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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 one of the world’s most consequential modernization journeys. For Africa, the value lies not in replicating China’s path, but in critically examining the experiences, policies and institutions that have contributed to its transformation.
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, refining, battery manufacturing and electric vehicle production. Today, Chinese companies are among the largest investors in Africa’s mining sector. However, China’s approach to overseas mining is also evolving after years of weak and limited regulation.
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.
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.
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 will require deliberate choices and sustained commitment from all stakeholders.
Zero tariffs have created a new opportunity. Turning it into industrialization will depend on the choices made today.
The Commercial Blind Spot: Why Eswatini Remains Outside China’s Preferential Tariff Framework
China’s decision not to extend preferential tariff treatment to the Kingdom of Eswatini is fundamentally a story of missing infrastructure, not physical roads or ports, but the institutional architecture that makes trade agreements function in practice. At the heart of this impasse lies a simple but consequential reality: China does not maintain an embassy in Mbabane.
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.
China’s Zero Tariff Policy: A New Model of South–South Trade Cooperation?
Effective May 1, 2026, China’s decision to grant zero-tariff access on 100% of taxable goods from 53 African countries marks a significant shift in the landscape of global trade relations. Beyond its immediate implications for China–Africa commerce, the policy stands out as one of the most expansive trade openings within contemporary South–South engagement.
ACCPA and CCAAPR Launch Africa–China–Canada Dialogue Series on Global Partnerships and Cooperation
ACCPA and the Canadian Centre for African Affairs & Policy Research (CCAAPR) have jointly announced the launch of the Africa–China–Canada Dialogue Series on Global Partnerships and Cooperation, a multi-month virtual convening set to run from April to December 2026.
From Market Access to Market Readiness: Making the Most of China’s Zero Tariff Opportunity
On May 1, China’s zero tariff policy for African countries entered full implementation, marking a significant milestone in Africa–China economic relations. For the first time, African exporters have near-complete tariff-free access to one of the world’s largest and most dynamic consumer markets.