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The China in Africa Podcast

The China-Global South Project
China
Africa
FOCAC
Belt and Road Initiative
Zambia
Ghana
Trade
Infrastructure
Global South
Renewable Energy
Elections
African Diaspora
China-Africa Relations
Debt Management
Illegal Mining
Aisha Huang
Galamsey Mining
Chinese Arms Sales
United States
Sino-Congolese Mining Deal

Twice-weekly discussion about China's engagement across Africa and the Global South hosted by journalist Eric Olander and Asia-Africa scholar Cobus van Staden in Johannesburg.

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Kenya and China have reached a groundbreaking agreement to restructure $3.5 billion in railway loans, converting them from U.S. dollars into Chinese yuan. The move could save Kenya $215 million in debt servicing costs and marks the first time an Afri... more

More than six months after 50,000 liters of toxic water from a Chinese-run mining site spilled into Zambia's Kafue River, there's still no resolution to what's become a massive environmental crisis. 

The government is siding with the company, Sino-... more

In the weeks since Chinese President Xi Jinping announced the new Global Governance Initiative (GGI) during a speech at the SCO summit in Tianjin, Beijing’s propaganda apparatus has been working overtime to build support for the new plan, particularl... more

China-Africa trade in the first eight months of the year increased by 15% to more than $220 billion, on track to break another annual record. A significant portion of that growth, however, stemmed from a surge in Chinese exports to African countries,... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Wong
Assistant Professor at the University of Hong Kong, author
University of Hong Kong
Episode: China's Play for Global Governance Leadership
Lungani Hlongwa
Newly minted Ph.D. and the author of China-Africa Security Radar
Episode: China’s Gradual but Growing Security Influence in Africa
Aggrey Mutambo
Africa Editor at The Nation newspaper in Nairobi; expert on China-Kenya relations
The Nation
Episode: Kenya Caught Uncomfortably Between the U.S. and China
Natsuko Imai Kanayama
Research officer at the Japan International Cooperation Agency Ogata-Sadako Research Institute for Peace and Development
Japan International Cooperation Agency
Episode: How Zambian Media Frames China, the U.S., Japan, and South Africa
Raphael Mweninguwe
Independent journalist based in Malawi
Episode: If You Want to Get Rich, Build a Road. Testing China’s Theory in Africa
Dr. Naa Adjekai Adjei
Non-resident fellow for Africa at CGSP and PhD holder in Business Administration
China-Global South Project
Episode: China’s Vital, Yet Poorly Understood Role in Africa’s Energy Sector
Anna Gelpern
Professor of Law at Georgetown University and non-resident Senior Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics
Georgetown University
Episode: How China Really Secures Its Loans to Developing Countries
Brad Parks
Executive Director at AidData
AidData
Episode: How China Really Secures Its Loans to Developing Countries
Solange Guo Chatelard
Research associate at the Université Libre de Bruxelles and executive director of the CAAC Network.
Chinese in Africa, Africans in China Research Network
Episode: The Evolution of China-Africa Research and Where It’s Headed

Hosts

Eric Olander
Host and Co-host of the series with a focus on China-Africa relations and regional issues.
Cobus van Staden
Co-host and managing editor, with expertise in Asia-Africa dynamics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 529 ratings
  • Host quality differences

    I like Gerraud as a member of the team. And he leads some really interesting research on minerals. But he’s just not a very good host. I skip or fast forward through episodes with him alone talking to a guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lrhhrl
    United States5 months ago
  • Overall feeback

    Insightful conversations speaking about today’s realities and challenging our thinking ! 👏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sakura.Suzette
    Belgium6 months ago
  • Good Information

    It’s likely to challenge some of your ideas, but the hosts make a real effort to get to the truth about PRC investments in Africa, along with those of the West.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listener88888
    United States7 months ago
  • Great informative pod cast

    This is a great informative podcast. Can someone tell me did China Africa pod cast stop for a short time?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chunkybutt72
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Cobus the lefty

    Is anything fair in Cobus’ mind? Risk premiums in Africa are unfair? Geeze. I guess a socialist can’t ever fairly analyze a financial transaction but cmon. Maybe Kenya deserves debt relief but not because the situation they got themselves into is unfair.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lrhhrl
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Despite high quality, some episodes may feel repetitive with similar themes and arguments being revisited.
There's an ongoing discussion about the need for more representation of African voices among guests.
Hosts exhibit strong knowledge and present diverse perspectives highlighting the complexities of geopolitics.
Covers a wide range of issues, making it a valuable resource for understanding China-Africa relations.
Insightful conversations challenging conventional thinking regarding PRC investments in Africa.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#41
China/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#107
Singapore/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#111
South Africa/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#113
Finland/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#118
Hong Kong/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#176
Brazil/News/Politics

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

China’s Gradual but Growing Security Influence in Africa
Q: What are the practical benefits for African countries to endorse the Global Security Initiative?
Sustained military support and fostering of South-South initiatives are major benefits of endorsing the GSI.
China’s Gradual but Growing Security Influence in Africa
Q: How would you describe the current state of the China-Africa security relationship?
The engagement is multifaceted, involving military donations and complex military exercises.
Kenya Caught Uncomfortably Between the U.S. and China
Q: If the United States forces Kenya to choose between China and the US, which way would Kenya lean?
Nairobi is unlikely to make a clear choice due to the risks involved, as both relationships provide crucial benefits.
Kenya Caught Uncomfortably Between the U.S. and China
Q: What's the basis of the US-Kenya relationship today?
The relationship is primarily based on security cooperation, aid, and programs that have historically supported various sectors, including health and education.
Kenya Caught Uncomfortably Between the U.S. and China
Q: What has Kenya gained from being a Non-NATO Ally?
The benefits have been largely minimal, focused on security support and cooperation in areas like counter-terrorism, but the relationship has lacked significant depth compared to past administrations.

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What is The China in Africa Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast offers insightful conversations focusing on China's multifaceted engagement across Africa and the Global South, reflecting on the geopolitical implications and nuances of this relationship. With expert guests from diverse backgrounds, the discussions cover critical topics such as security strategies, economic partnerships, infrastructure projects, and media narratives surrounding Chinese investments and influence in Africa. The hosts, Eric Olander and Cobus van Staden, bring a robust journalistic lens and academic insight to these discussions, making it a vital resource for listeners interested in understanding the dynamics of China-Africa relations and the broader implications for global politics.

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