The Stream

How China is changing Africa

Why some in the continent question their deepening economic relationship with the Asian superpower.

China has been a major force in building economic growth for many African nations. In addition to being the continent’s largest trading partner, China finances infrastructure projects and government loans in exchange for resources.  But as business ties deepen, critics say in some cases benefits aren’t felt by average citizens, causing more Africans to question the terms of China-Africa relations. 

In this episode of The Stream, we speak with:

Richard Poplak @Poplak 
Correspondent, Daily Maverick
richardpoplak.com 

Buddy Buruku
Co-founder, KukuQuality
kukuquality.com 

Jinghao Lu @JinghaoLu 
Project manager, Sino-Africa Centre for Excellence Foundation
sacefoundation.org 

Samlara Baah @Hundt
Founder, Loo Works

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