African countries can learn a lot from China in their quest for modernisation

A ship loaded with cranes from China arrives at Kribi Deep Seaport, Kribi, Cameroon, on 12 September 2024 (XINHUA)

For China, modernisation is a journey of hardship and perseverance. In modern times, the Chinese people tried to adopt modernisation formulas from the West, but none worked. Through its own efforts, China has modernised under the leadership of the Communist Party of China. It has transformed from an impoverished and backward nation into the world’s… Continue reading African countries can learn a lot from China in their quest for modernisation

AI takes centre stage during China’s annual Two Sessions

A visitor holds a robot baby at the Global Developer Conference in Shanghai on 21 February. Photo: ChinAfrica

Vigorous discussions surrounding DeepSeek’s artificial intelligence (AI) models, which began early this year, continued at the Two Sessions – the annual meetings of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) – held from 4 to 11 March. It shows how China is rapidly growing into… Continue reading AI takes centre stage during China’s annual Two Sessions

The rapid development of AI is unlocking new opportunities across industries and driving innovation

A doctor reviews imaging reports with the assistance of AI at the radiology department of Huzhou Central Hospital in Zhejiang Province on 21 February 2024 (VCG)

From AI-powered chatbots capable of deep reasoning to humanoid robots equipped with intelligent “brains” for complex services, technological advancements continue to astonish us at an unprecedented pace. The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, enhancing productivity, and offering new possibilities for an intelligent life.   Noting that China attaches great importance to the… Continue reading The rapid development of AI is unlocking new opportunities across industries and driving innovation

Interview: Guinea-Bissau seeks to deepen media cooperation with China to diversify int’l communication – minister

Guinea-Bissau's Minister of Social Communication Florentino Fernando Dias speaks during an interview with Xinhua in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, April 24, 2025.(Xinhua/Si Yuan)

BISSAU, April 26 — Guinea-Bissau places great importance on developing media cooperation with other countries, particularly with China, hoping to strengthen bilateral relations through deepening exchanges in the field of information dissemination, said Florentino Fernando Dias, Guinea-Bissau’s Minister of Social Communication. In an interview with Xinhua on Thursday, Dias said Guinea-Bissau faces challenges in international… Continue reading Interview: Guinea-Bissau seeks to deepen media cooperation with China to diversify int’l communication – minister

China adopts multiple measures to boost support for private companies

(250424) -- BEIJING, April 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Guest speakers exchange views at the recording site of the 15th episode of the China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency. (Xinhua/Li He)

China is implementing a series of targeted measures to foster a favorable environment for private enterprises and promote growth in the private sector, said an official with the country’s top economic planner. These initiatives focus on easing financing constraints, boosting investment, promoting trade, enhancing talent development and encouraging innovation, said Liu Min, deputy head of… Continue reading China adopts multiple measures to boost support for private companies

Chinese company contributes to the technological revolution in Zambia’s mining sector

Chiba Chengo (standing) and a colleague discuss the distribution of current production via the mobile Manufacturing Execution System (NFCA)

In the digital control centre of the Chambishi copper mine’s southeast deposit in Zambia, a massive screen displays the status of various mining activities in real time: extraction, digging, machine operation, and transport.   Although machinery sounds can still be heard in the underground galleries, this “digital mine” relies more on an integrated computerised system than… Continue reading Chinese company contributes to the technological revolution in Zambia’s mining sector

South Africa is looking forward to cooperating with China in the development and application of artificial intelligence

People visit Chinese pavilions at the AfricaCom exhibition during the Africa Tech Festival 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa, on 11 November 2024 (XINHUA)

Artificial intelligence (AI) was a hot topic at this year’s annual meetings of the National People’s Congress and the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, also referred to as the Two Sessions. The recently released AI chatbot DeepSeek has quickly gained global attention and users with its rich features.  Daan du Toit,… Continue reading South Africa is looking forward to cooperating with China in the development and application of artificial intelligence

China, Zimbabwe celebrate 45 years of fruitful partnership, aiming to expand cooperation across all areas

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa (left) shakes hands with a staff member from China’s Sinomine Resource Group at Bikita Lithium Mine in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe, on 29 November 2023 (XINHUA)

The year 2025 marks the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Zimbabwe. During this period, China-Zimbabwe economic cooperation has deepened, especially in the fields of infrastructure construction, mineral resource development, and agriculture. The two sides have maintained a high degree of political mutual trust and have cooperated closely in international… Continue reading China, Zimbabwe celebrate 45 years of fruitful partnership, aiming to expand cooperation across all areas

The No. 1 Central Document, the cornerstone of China’s agricultural policy, sets out the roadmap for a rural revitalisation

(250416) -- BEIJING, April 16, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Feb. 18, 2025 shows farmers operating agricultural machines to carry out field management in Qiaocheng District of Bozhou City, east China's Anhui Province. (Photo by Liu Qinli/Xinhua)

Farmer Luo Baozhen receives regular weather updates on her smartphone, which help her to better manage her tea farm. Once living in precarious conditions and struggling to make ends meet, Luo now earns as much as 28,000 yuan ($3,868) annually from tea plantation on her 8 mu (0.53 hectares) of land in Pu’er, Yunnan Province. The modernisation… Continue reading The No. 1 Central Document, the cornerstone of China’s agricultural policy, sets out the roadmap for a rural revitalisation

China, Kenya elevate ties as Xi, Ruto hold talks

Chinese President Xi Jinping holds a welcome ceremony for Kenyan President William Ruto at the square outside the east gate of the Great Hall of the People prior to their talks in Beijing, capital of China, April 24, 2025. Xi held talks with Ruto, who is on a state visit to China, in Beijing on Thursday. (Xinhua/Yue Yuewei)

China and Kenya decided on Thursday to elevate their ties to a China-Kenya community with a shared future for the new era. The decision was made during talks between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kenyan President William Ruto in Beijing. Xi said that elevating bilateral relations to a China-Kenya community with a shared future for… Continue reading China, Kenya elevate ties as Xi, Ruto hold talks

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