Home | Africa-China Centre

Research | Policy | Advisory

FIND OUT MORE

Unparalleled Africa – China Insights

GET ACCESS TO MORE INSIGHTS

Lead the future, understand Africa-China today.

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER

WHO WE ARE

Africa-China Centre

The Africa-China Centre for Policy & Advisory (ACCPA) is an independent Africa-based research and policy think tank headquartered in Accra, Ghana, with a growing network of researchers and associates across Africa, Asia, and beyond.

The Centre advances evidence-based research, strategic advisory, and multi-stakeholder dialogue on Africa’s strategic engagement with the world, producing policy analysis, capacity-building programs, and high-level convenings that support informed decision-making, sustainable partnerships, and inclusive development.

Building on its deep expertise in Africa-China relations, ACCPA champions African perspectives in global policy discussions and works to strengthen partnerships that promote economic transformation, policy coherence, and shared prosperity.

Research

Policy

Advisory

Climate & Sustainability

ACCPA is examining Africa-China relations through the lens of climate and sustainability, identifying ways to promote sustainable cooperation.

Food Security & Agriculture

Understanding the dynamics of Africa-China relations in agriculture is essential for evaluating their impact on food production, distribution, and access in Africa.

Natural Resources Governance

Understanding China’s role in balancing between resource extraction and long-term sustainable development is crucial for sustainable resource utilization.

Youth, Governance & Education

ACCPA, as a think tank, places a strategic focus on the intersecting realms of youth, governance, and education within the context of Africa-China relations.

Technology & Innovation

Our work seeks to examine critical areas such as technology transfer, digital infrastructure development, and collaboration in research and development.

Energy & Health

Tracking, analysing and reporting on the transformative impact of investments in Africa’s energy and healthcare infrastructure.

Insights

View All

China’s Zero-Tariff Policy: Can Ghana Compete Beyond Cocoa?

China’s zero-tariff initiative presents Ghana with an important opportunity to expand its exports into one of the world’s largest consumer

Africa’s Green Taxonomies compatibility with MSMEs: What can be improved with learnings from Europe and Asia

African countries are moving fast on green finance taxonomies. South Africa published its Green Finance Taxonomy in 2022. Rwanda's Cabinet

July 14, 2026

Reflections on China’s Modernization Journey at 105: Perspectives for Africa

As China marks the 105th anniversary of the Communist Party of China, the occasion presents an opportunity to reflect on

July 7, 2026

China’s Emerging Sustainability Framework & Africa’s Critical Minerals Future

China has emerged as the dominant player in global critical mineral supply chains, controlling substantial share of extraction, mineral processing,

June 29, 2026

Beyond Trade: Can Zero Tariff Trigger Industrialization in Africa?”

The opportunity is real, but its success is not guaranteed. Turning trade advantages into manufacturing capacity, jobs, and economic diversification

June 22, 2026

Send us an email directly via info@africachinacentre.org

We are thrilled to work with you.

You can as well reach us Directly

Phone #

+233 303 965259

support@thechinacentre.org

contact form

Vision

We seek to become the premier policy research think tank and advisory firm focusing on China and Africa, fostering the diversity of ideas through open, unbiased, and informed debate on Africa-China public policy issues.

Our Mission

Launched in 2022, the Centre is committed to supporting partners and clients globally by promoting and providing unparalleled policy research, and evidence-based analysis, and fostering positive collaborations between Africa and China.

Advisory

Our advisory division provides practical ideas, insights and support on Africa-China relations in the areas of trade, investment, public policy, business intelligence, financial feasibility, market research, economic development, ESG, etc.

Key Areas

Featured In

Our insights are constantly helping to shape global perspectives on Sino-African relations.

our blog

News & Media

View all posts

The Media Must Inform, Question, and Hold Power Accountable in Ghana–China Relations — Paul Frimpong

The Executive Director of the Africa–China Centre for Policy & Advisory (ACCPA), Paul Frimpong, has underscored the critical role of the media in shaping public understanding of Ghana–China relations and ensuring accountability in the management of Ghana’s international partnerships.

June 23, 2026

ACCPA Launches Second Cohort of the Ghana–China Media Fellowship 2026

The Africa–China Centre for Policy & Advisory (ACCPA) has officially commenced the second edition of the Ghana–China Media Fellowship (GCMF), welcoming a new cohort of journalists, media professionals, and content creators from across Ghana for a twelve-week learning and exchange programme.

June 23, 2026

ACCPA Launches Call for Applications for the Second Cohort of the Ghana–China Media Fellowship

The Africa-China Centre for Policy & Advisory (ACCPA) has officially opened applications for the second edition of the Ghana–China Media Fellowship (GCMF) 2026, a flagship capacity-building initiative designed to strengthen Ghanaian media understanding of China, Ghana–China relations, and emerging global developments shaping Africa–China engagement.

May 27, 2026

Our Partners

Subscribe to our
Newsletter

Join our subscribers to unlock limitless access to all news content, analysis, reports, data, and event updates.

WHO WE ARE

Africa-China Centre

Research

Policy

Advisory