China Comes Calling
Africa’s friend indeed or a new coloniser?
At the World Political Parties Summit on July 6, one African leader after another spoke highly about the importance of the continent’s relationship with the Communist Party of China (CPC).
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The Summit reignited debate about whether China is a genuine development partner or is an emerging neo-colonial power seeking to replace Europe and the United States when it comes to exploitation of Africa’s resources.
Presidents Felipe Nyusi (Mozambique), Hage Geingob (Namibia), Cyril Ramaphosa (South Africa), Edgar Lungu (Zambia) and Emmerson Mnangagwa (Zimbabwe) were among Southern African leaders who interfaced with China’s President Xi Jinping at this week’s Summit.