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Africa-China Centre

The Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) is a Sino-African research and policy think tank based in Accra, Ghana, with teams in Morocco, Tanzania, Tunisia, the DRC, China, the UK, Ethiopia, and Botswana.

Through evidence-based research, strategic advisory, and multi-stakeholder dialogue, the Centre offers policy briefs, expert analysis, capacity-building programs, and forums that advance informed decision-making and sustainable partnerships.

With a pan-African outlook, ACCPA is committed to ensuring that Africa’s voice is at the forefront of international cooperation with China- championing shared development goals, policy coherence, and equitable cooperation.

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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.

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Leveraging China’s Global Security Initiative for Africa’s Regional Security Challenges.

Africa's security future hinges on blending resilience with global partnerships—GSI is a promising tool for such endeavours.

Private economy’s role in China: Driving stability and enhancing prosperity

The Chinese government’s effective partnership with the private sector has been central to the country’s economic success through enhancing prosperity,

March 2, 2025

The Waning Western Influence in Africa and the Rise of China.

The evolving balance of influence in Africa reflects broader global realignments. China's engagement presents substantial economic opportunities.

February 12, 2025

Deepening the Shift: China’s $51 Billion Pledge to Africa as a Model of Leadership.

China’s $51 billion commitment to Africa signifies a progressive approach to sustainability and knowledge transfer, highlighting collaboration rather than simple

January 29, 2025

FOCAC in the Green Industrialization Space: The Plan, Support, and Collaboration.

Through FOCAC, Africa is not only industrializing but doing so sustainably, setting the stage for a new era of growth

November 1, 2024

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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.