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China Africa Talk

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Africa
Belt and Road Initiative
Economic Development
China-Africa Relations
Cultural Exchange
Zimbabwe
Infrastructure Development
China Africa Economic and Trade Expo
Agriculture
South Africa
Tourism
Kenya
China-Africa Cooperation
Education
Artificial Intelligence
United Nations
Global South
Digital Economy
China-Africa Economic and Trade Cooperation

China Africa Talk is a weekly podcast dedicated to bringing a better understanding of what is happening on the African continent and in China from both an African and a Chinese perspective. Be sure to pick up news, views and discussions on what’s happening between China and Africa pertaining to diplomatic, trade and economic, as well as social and cultural relations when you tune into China Africa... more

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Latest Episodes

Young Africans are viewing China more positively than ever. The African Youth Survey 2026 finds that 95 percent of young people who see China as influential view that influence positively, the highest rating among all countries surveyed. What is driv... more

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How do you choose between passion and financial security? What skills matter most in today's rapidly changing workplace? Drawing on their own career journeys, four experienced CGTN Africa journalists answer questions from university students in Kenya... more

During her state visit to China, Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah shared the priorities of her visit and her vision for advancing bilateral ties. China Africa Talk spoke with the president about cooperation in industrialization and people-to... more

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Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
President of Namibia
Office of the President, Namibia
Episode: Inside President Nandi-Ndaitwah's Beijing press conference
Kaire Mbuende
Director General of Namibia's National Planning Commission
Namibia National Planning Commission
Episode: The new chapter of China-Namibia ties
David Mbewa
CGTN Africa's Sports on the Go analyst
CGTN Africa
Episode: Historic, heartbreaking, hopeful: Has Africa taken the next step at the 2026 World Cup?
Mohamed Aboubakar
CGTN Africa's Sports on the Go analyst
CGTN Africa
Episode: Historic, heartbreaking, hopeful: Has Africa taken the next step at the 2026 World Cup?
Mehiya Mutua
CGTN Africa's Sports on the Go analyst
CGTN Africa
Episode: Historic, heartbreaking, hopeful: Has Africa taken the next step at the 2026 World Cup?
Alfred Burimaso
First counselor at the Embassy of Burundi in China
Burundi Embassy in China
Episode: Burundi promotes culture, investment and cooperation in China
Elias Sentamba
Professor of political science at the University of Burundi
University of Burundi
Episode: Burundi promotes culture, investment and cooperation in China
Mohamed Ababaka
Sports reporter
Unnamed African sports media outlet
Episode: Africa's World Cup revolution: History made, and the journey continues
Matthew Smutai
Colleague conducting the discussion
China Africa Talk
Episode: Africa's World Cup revolution: History made, and the journey continues

Hosts

Gao Junya
Host of China Africa Talk
Bridget Mutambirwa
Host of the program / CGTN affiliated broadcaster, often guiding discussion and topics

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Best podcast for news regarding China & Africa

    Political Science & IR students need to listen to this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BabyIshhh
    United States3 years ago
  • Propaganda from the CCP

    One sided podcast that sounds more like a proper propaganda from the CCP with bias and rewritten history to fit narrative of the CCP.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Pierre Ervais
    Singapore5 years ago

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Guest diversity helps cover multiple perspectives on development
Insightful coverage of China–Africa relations with practical policy angles
Some listeners feel occasional bias or propagandistic framing could arise

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#218
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Inside President Nandi-Ndaitwah's Beijing press conference
Q: What important role do you think people-to-people and cultural exchanges play in enhancing mutual understanding?
People-to-people exchanges, including tourism and education, deepen mutual understanding and trust, support cultural exchange, and in turn reinforce industrial and economic collaboration by creating a broader, more resilient foundation for bilateral relations.
Inside President Nandi-Ndaitwah's Beijing press conference
Q: So what role has China played and can China play in Namibia's industrialization?
China can play a big role by combining Namibia's natural resources with Chinese technology, possible finance, and Namibian entrepreneurship to develop resources into processed goods for export, including tourism-driven growth that supports infrastructure and job creation.
The new chapter of China-Namibia ties
Q: Can you talk about the uranium collaboration and the training plans for nuclear capacity?
Namibia will start with training nuclear experts and establishing modular nuclear facilities, supported by a nine-agreement for training between the University of Namibia and Chinese universities, before expanding into broader applications in energy and medicine.
The new chapter of China-Namibia ties
Q: Which sectors would you prefer Chinese investment to focus on?
Priorities include mining of critical raw materials (like lithium), agriculture and agro-processing, energy—especially green energy and related equipment—education and health, and financing development to support broad industrial transformation.
The new chapter of China-Namibia ties
Q: What have been the key outcomes of the visit? What will define the next chapter of China-Namibia ties?
The visit has strengthened the strategic partnership and elevated bilateral ties, with a clear push to translate commitments into investments and concrete cooperation across mining, agriculture, green energy, and infrastructure, while emphasizing rapid licensing and training to enable local capacity.

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What is China Africa Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on China–Africa relations through policy, diplomacy, trade, development, and culture, often featuring panels and individual voices that illuminate ground realities in Africa and China. Episodes frequently explore how narratives, media collaboration, and regional initiatives shape understanding, with topics ranging from zero-tariff policies and blue economy to education exchanges, conservation, and governance. A distinguishing trait is a strong emphasis on human stories, practical implications for policy and business, and cross-border collaboration that translates macro diplomacy into on-the-ground impact.

Notable strengths include a multi-perspective approach (scholars, journalists, government officials, and industry p... more

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Recent guests on China Africa Talk include:

1. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
2. Kaire Mbuende
3. David Mbewa
4. Mohamed Aboubakar
5. Mehiya Mutua
6. Alfred Burimaso
7. Elias Sentamba
8. Mohamed Ababaka

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