An agricultural revolution is taking place in the green fields of Uganda, and thousands of local farmers are cashing in. A South-South cooperation (SSC) project, a joint initiative aimed at boosting agricultural productivity and improving livelihoods, is in full swing.   As part of the project, hundreds of Chinese agriculture experts are in Uganda upskilling local farmers with the intricacies of modern agriculture.   The coordinator of the project in Uganda, Peter Muyimba, recently told ChinAfrica that there are 11,000 farmers in…

Caleb Munyao, a 48-year-old middle-scale farmer from Kenya’s eastern region, understands the importance of water better than most. On his 13-hectare farm, where he grows maize, yellow beans, and mangoes, every drop of water is precious.   Kenya, like many countries in Africa, faces significant challenges in managing its water resources. The country’s water scarcity issues are exacerbated by climate change, rapid urbanisation, and inconsistent rainfall patterns.   However, amid these challenges, innovative solutions are emerging, driven by partnerships with international companies.…

When Tom Dambudzo was bedridden due to ill health in his rural village, taking painkillers was the only option for him to relieve pain. “I couldn’t walk properly when I had severe backache for six months and my dependence on anaesthetic drugs was quite stressful,” Dambudzo told ChinAfrica.  Dambudzo’s decision to relocate from his rural home on the outskirts of Bulawayo to Harare, Zimbabwe’s capital, in search of quality health care turned out to be a roll of the dice…

Digital avatars have become a standard feature on e-commerce platforms. As virtual hosts, they emulate human behaviour, broadcast live programmes without interruption, and present “Made in China” products to foreign consumers, thanks to their proficiency in multiple languages. The impressive efficiency of these digital avatars is made possible by the colossal computing power that enables them to perform their functions.  “This year, the storage requirements of the digital avatars have increased significantly, by approximately 500 times compared to last year.…

In the view of Vertu Ikombo Otoka, life in the Republic of the Congo has transformed greatly since the completion of the No.1 National Highway. Born in Brazzaville, the country’s capital, he has witnessed firsthand the significant impact of this highway on the nation’s economic development, particularly in the rural regions it connects.   “When I was young, it was hard to imagine there would be a road linking Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire, the country’s financial centre, due to the complex geographical…

In today’s world, the development gap between the North and South remains significant. China, as the world’s largest developing country and a natural member of the Global South, is promoting the common prosperity of Global South countries through concrete cooperation schemes and actions. African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency

How does China’s green transformation deliver accessible and sustainable benefits to its people? And how do its wisdom and commitment contribute to building a community of all life on Earth? African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency

Chinese Premier Li Qiang pledged to open the country’s huge market further to share more growth opportunities with the rest of the world on Tuesday as the seventh edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE) opened in Shanghai. The business exhibition of the world’s first national-level exposition dedicated to imports has attracted about 3,500 exhibitors from 129 countries and regions this year. Notably, a record high of 297 Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders are attending the six-day expo.…

Global investors are eyeing fresh opportunities in China as the world’s second-largest economy accelerates its intelligent, green transformation. With the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) set to open on Tuesday, multiple industry leaders from across the world are gearing up to showcase their latest innovations and technologies, aiming to tap into China’s vast market potential. TAPPING SMARTER MANUFACTURING Aptiv, a multinational developing automobile parts, made its debut at the seventh CIIE, exhibiting software and hardware products featuring intelligence and…

With the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) in full swing in Shanghai, global companies are unveiling their latest technological innovations, capitalizing on the opportunities arising from China’s commitment to further opening up both its market and manufacturing industry. GE Healthcare, a regular exhibitor at the CIIE, has brought an unprecedented lineup to Shanghai this year. The U.S. medical technology company is showcasing multiple products either making their global or Chinese debut. Eyeing China’s growing demand for advanced medical technology,…