An aerial drone photo taken on April 26, 2026 shows containers at an industrial hub in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Xinhua/Chen Wei) Amid rising global unilateralism and trade uncertainty, China’s zero-tariff treatment provides African countries with a relatively predictable trading partner, enhancing external resilience, said a senior researcher at the SouthContinue Reading
（by H.E. CONG Song, Ambassador of China to Ghana） On 14th February, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced in his congratulatory message to the 39th African Union Summit that China would implement zero-tariff treatment on all products from 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with China starting from 1st May,Continue Reading
An aerial drone photo taken on April 26, 2026 shows containers at an industrial hub in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Xinhua/Chen Wei) Observers say that China’s zero-tariff policy will further dismantle trade barriers, deepen China-Africa cooperation, and generate lasting benefits for the people of China and Africa, opening new avenues forContinue Reading
China’s decision to grant zero-tariff treatment to products from 53 African countries is expected to bolster African economies’ confidence and strengthen global trade stability, an industry leader has said. “China’s zero-tariff treatment can be a very constructive component of Africa’s trade toolbox, supporting resilience in uncertain times,” said Boitshoko Ntshabele,Continue Reading
In the rolling, lush fields of Ibiza Village in Kayonza District, eastern Rwanda, farmers are busy cultivating red chili peppers. Growing demand from the Chinese market is likely to keep them even busier, thus bringing higher incomes. For hundreds of farmers in Kayonza, expanding chili exports to China isContinue Reading
China on Friday expanded its zero-tariff treatment to cover all 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic ties, creating new opportunities for Africa to boost exports and industrialization amid the global headwinds of protectionism. In the early hours of Friday, 24 tonnes of apples from South Africa clearedContinue Reading
by Justice Lee Adoboe China’s zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries offers a major opportunity to strengthen agricultural value chains and boost exports, some stakeholders said, noting that realizing its full benefits will depend on targeted investment, skills development, and supportive policies. Kouka Zoungrana Yameogo, Burkina Faso countryContinue Reading
