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China in Africa: soft power, hard cash

China has committed billions of dollars in development finance for Africa over the past decade as Beijing seeks to secure its political and economic clout on the continent
  • Still from When China Met Africa

    When China Met Africa - watch the film here

  • MDG China in Ethiopia

    Chinese firm steps up investment in Ethiopia with 'shoe city'

  • MDG China in Ghana

    Ghana plays ball as China splashes cash on gyms and stadiums

    Chinese arms manufacturer PTI has paid for stadiums and gyms but its interest in the African nation is more than sporting, writes Afua Hirsch
  • china earthquake

    Domestic critics carp over extent of China's munificence towards Africa

    Beijing stresses opponents of aid to Africa fail to grasp nuances of co-operation and mutual benefit
    • Africa's future leaders benefit from Beijing's desire to win hearts and minds

    • Chinese hospital heals sore spot in Zambia

    • China hopes to hit the right note with Algeria opera house

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