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Africa Looks to China for Search, Rescue Know-How

China Daily Kenya has called for more international cooperation with partners, including China, to strengthen Africa’s search and rescue capabilities through better training and…

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HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Sino-Africa Cooperation to Enhance Infectious Disease Control

China Daily China and Africa are poised to deepen cooperation in public health, with plans to strengthen infectious disease surveillance and laboratory capabilities across…

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Focus On China

CPC Launches Election of 2,360 Delegates for 21st National Congress

Global Times The Communist Party of China (CPC) has launched the process of electing 2,360 delegates to its 21st National Congress, scheduled to convene…

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Business & Economy

Beyond Shopping, China’s Traditional Markets Enjoy Youth-Driven Revival

Xinhua Markets have served local people in China for thousands of years. Now they are enjoying a revival among young people, offering far more…

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AFRICA FOCUS

Chinese Automakers in Africa: Shaping Future of Automotive Industry

Xinhua The transition to new energy vehicles (NEVs) offers significant opportunities for Africa, but the continent needs solutions tailored to local conditions that also…

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Global South

Global South Delegates Seek Stronger Voice at World Media Summit in Beijing

Senior media professionals from the Global South have called for closer cooperation at the 7th World Media Summit in Beijing to give their countries…

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Politics & Governance:

China Marks 55th Anniversary of Restoration of UN Lawful Seat at Vienna Event

Xinhua The Permanent Mission of China to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Vienna on Friday hosted an event to mark the…

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Business & Economy

China to Issue First Yuan-Denominated Sovereign Bonds in Canada

Global Times China is set to issue its first yuan-denominated sovereign bonds in Canada next week, marking another step in expanding the Chinese currency’s…

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WORLD FOCUS

Aramco Building in Riyadh Targeted in Attempted Attack

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World Summit Highlights Transformation and Collaboration of Global Media in AI Era

By Lawal SaleNovember 7, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

China Urges Vigilance Against Japan’s Remilitarization, Revival of ‘war Machine’

By Lawal SaleNovember 7, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

Iran Shoots Down US Drone Over Qeshm Island — Media Report

By Lawal SaleNovember 7, 2026

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CHINA-AFRICA

From Yiwu to Africa: How China’s Market Opening is Creating New Opportunities

By Lawal SaleNovember 7, 2026

Pakistani Astronaut Set to Join Chinese Space Station

November 7, 2026

China, Gabon Elevate Bilateral Ties

November 7, 2026

Kenyan Officials Laud China’s Zero-Tariff Policy, Eye More Cooperation at CIIE

November 7, 2026

Tegbe Promises Improved Power Supply Within 72 Hours

November 7, 2026

Business & Economy

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Business & Economy

China’s “Importathon” at Nine — What Keeps it Running?

Lawal SaleNovember 6, 20267 min read

Business & Economy

Tegbe Commissions Solar Mini-Grids, Breaks Ground on 36 Others in Zamfara

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Business & Economy

9th China International Import Expo Opens in Shanghai

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Business & Economy

Interview: CIIE Offers “Gateway” for Shared Growth, says Indonesian Expert

Lawal SaleNovember 1, 20263 min read

Business & Economy

Column: China International Import Expo Widens Gateway for African Products to Chinese Market

Lawal SaleNovember 1, 20263 min read

Business & Economy

World Bank Calls for Translating African Urbanization Into Growth, Jobs

Lawal SaleNovember 1, 20262 min read

Business & Economy

Chinese Yuan Strengthens to 6.7138 Against USD Friday

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Business & Economy

Nigeria’s Dangote Oil Refinery Closes ‘Historic’ IPO

Lawal SaleOctober 30, 20262 min read

Focus On China

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CPC’s Self-Governance Offers New Insights for Global Political Civilization

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

Focus On China

How is the CPC Addressing Challenges of Long-Term Governance?

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

Focus On China

CPC: BEDROCK OF CHINA’S DEVELOPMENT, GOOD GOVERNANCE

By Lawal SaleNovember 2, 2026

Focus On China

Xinhua Headlines: CPC Advances Party Self-Governance with Resolute Anti-Graft Efforts

By Lawal SaleNovember 1, 2026

Focus On China

The Uniqueness of the Communist Party of China in Governance and in Crafting the Path to development

By Lawal SaleNovember 1, 2026

DIPLOMACY

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DIPLOMACY

Xi holds talks with Sultan of Oman

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

DIPLOMACY

Chinese Special Envoys to Make Shuttle Vsits to Middle East, Africa

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

DIPLOMACY

Xi Meets President of Swiss Confederation

By Lawal SaleNovember 1, 2026

DIPLOMACY

Chinese Premier Says China, Russia Serve as Valuable Force for Stability in Turbulent World

By Lawal SaleOctober 22, 2026

DIPLOMACY

China, Russia Prepare for Meeting Between Heads of Gov’t

By Lawal SaleOctober 21, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

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CHINA-AFRICA

Kenyan Chili Farmers Eye Chinese Market

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

African Union Expresses Firm Support to one-China Principle

By Lawal SaleOctober 26, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

African Countries Host Photo Exhibition Marking Taiwan’s Restoration to China

By Lawal SaleOctober 26, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

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WORLD FOCUS

Global Media Discuss Mass Communication in AI Era

By Lawal SaleNovember 6, 2026

Vance Blames Iran War for Republican Losses in Midterm Elections

November 5, 2026

Trump Says Conflict with Iran Will “End Very Soon”

November 1, 2026

Ukraine Pauses Strikes on Russian Refineries Under US Pressure – Report

October 30, 2026

China Urges US to End blockade against Cuba

October 30, 2026

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Anti-Netanyahu Parties Secure 67 Seats with Over 85 pct of Israeli Votes Counted

Lawal SaleOctober 28, 20262 min read

Politics & Governance:

Xi Congratulates Lula on Re-Election as Brazilian President

Lawal SaleOctober 27, 20261 min read

Politics & Governance:

Lula Wins Reelection in Brazil

Lawal SaleOctober 26, 20262 min read

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Serbia’s Vucic Concedes Election Defeat as Student-Led Movement Claims Victory

Lawal SaleOctober 26, 20264 min read

Politics & Governance:

Japanese Media Question Takaichi’s Military Push, Governance After 1 Year in Office

Lawal SaleOctober 22, 20263 min read

Politics & Governance:

Moroccan Minister Delegate Dismissed Two Days After Appointment

Lawal SaleOctober 21, 20261 min read

Politics & Governance:

Canada Looks to China as Trade Diversification Gains Momentum – Expert

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Politics & Governance:

Trump says Russia Willing to Reach Ukraine Peace Deal, Criticizes Zelensky

Lawal SaleOctober 11, 20262 min read

BRI/BRICS & SCO

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BRI/BRICS & SCO

Fourth Council Meeting of Belt and Road News Network Held in Fuzhou

By Lawal SaleNovember 5, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

SCO Helps Boost Cooperation Between Asia, Africa — Experts

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

2026 Belt and Road Media Cooperation Forum Held in Fuzhou

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

Africa Seeks Closer BRI Cooperation in Trade, Financing

By Lawal SaleOctober 22, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

China-Europe Freight Train Service Tops 140,000 Trips

By Lawal SaleOctober 22, 2026

Global South

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Global South

China-Pakistan Information Corridor Launched to Strengthen Media Ties

By Lawal SaleOctober 27, 2026

Global South

From Infrastructure to Tech Cooperation: How China is Advancing South-South Cooperation

By Lawal SaleOctober 18, 2026

Global South

Chinese Premier says Beijing Ready to Ensure High-Quality China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway

By Lawal SaleOctober 17, 2026

AFRICA FOCUS

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AFRICA FOCUS

Climate Shocks Increase Health Risks for Africa’s Most Vulnerable

Lawal SaleOctober 30, 20265 min read

AFRICA FOCUS

Kenya Launches $160 Million Initiative to Fund Wildlife Conservation

Lawal SaleOctober 22, 20262 min read

AFRICA FOCUS

Zimbabwe’s Ruling Party Nominates Mnangagwa as Candidate for 2029 Presidential Election

Lawal SaleOctober 21, 20261 min read

AFRICA FOCUS

IMF Official Warns of Exacerbated Food Insecurity in Sub-Saharan Africa

Lawal SaleOctober 19, 20264 min read

AFRICA FOCUS

Sahel States Restart Dialogue with West Africa Bloc

Lawal SaleOctober 18, 20262 min read

AFRICA FOCUS

African Energy Week Opens in Cape Town with Call for African Energy Cooperation

Lawal SaleOctober 15, 20263 min read

AFRICA FOCUS

African Nations Discuss UN Security Council Reform in Libya

Lawal SaleOctober 14, 20261 min read

AFRICA FOCUS

AU-Mandated Africa Credit Rating Agency Officially Launched in Mauritius

Lawal SaleOctober 8, 20263 min read

XI IN FOCUS

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XI IN FOCUS

Xi Stresses Party Self-Governance to Ensure CPC Remains Strong Leadership Core

By Lawal SaleOctober 30, 2026

XI IN FOCUS

Xiplomacy: Xi’s Remarks on Upholding Authority, Role of UN

By Lawal SaleOctober 26, 2026

XI IN FOCUS

Xi sends Message to 2026 Global Governance Forum (Xiongan)

By Lawal SaleOctober 24, 2026

XI IN FOCUS

Xi Urges Drawing on Long March Spirit

By Lawal SaleOctober 22, 2026

XI IN FOCUS

Xi’s Decades-Long Commitment to Poverty Reduction

By Lawal SaleOctober 18, 2026

NIGERIA-CHINA

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NIGERIA-CHINA

China, Nigeria Sign $30m Grant Agreement for Development Projects

By Lawal SaleOctober 29, 2026

NIGERIA-CHINA

Business Leaders Meet in Beijing to Strengthen Nigeria–China Financial Corridor

By Lawal SaleOctober 23, 2026

NIGERIA-CHINA

Chinese Ambassador Pays Courtesy Visit to Nigeria’s First Lady

By Lawal SaleOctober 22, 2026

CHINA/US SUMMIT

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

China, US Reach Consensus on Eight Outcomes in Xi’s Visit

By Lawal SaleSeptember 27, 2026

Public’s View of China Improving in the US

September 27, 2026

Xinhua Headlines: Xi-Trump Summit Provides New Strategic Guidance for China-U.S. Ties

September 27, 2026

China, U.S. Agree on Constructive Strategic Stability Based on Respect, Fairness and Reciprocity

September 27, 2026

Xi Wraps up State Visit to US

September 26, 2026

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

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DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

Trump, AI CEOs Sign Voluntary Safety Pact, Back Data Center Expansion

By Lawal SaleSeptember 30, 2026

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

China’s World Internet Conference Summit to Focus on Open-Source AI

By Lawal SaleSeptember 29, 2026

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

Radda Approves Joint NCC-MTN Committee on Digital Infrastructure Development in Katsina

By Lawal SaleSeptember 18, 2026

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

NCC Unveils Zero-Rated Digital Learning Initiative

By Lawal SaleSeptember 12, 2026

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

NCC Strengthens Type Approval Compliance for SIM-Enabled Devices in Nigeria

By Lawal SaleSeptember 11, 2026

RUSSIA/AFRICA

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

Nigerian Vice President to lead Country’s Delegation at Russia–Africa Summit

By Lawal SaleOctober 7, 2026

Russia Africa Summit to Define New Areas of Partnership in Future – Official

October 3, 2026

Russia Bases its Engagement with Africa on Shared Development — Putin

October 2, 2026

West Pressuring African Countries to Prevent Participation in Summit — Russian Foreign Ministry

October 1, 2026

Preparations for Russia–Africa Summit in Full Swing – Zakharova

September 30, 2026

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

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EXPLAINER: NCC DEVICE CHECKER AND TYPE APPROVAL

Lawal SaleOctober 15, 20267 min read

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

Eighty-Five Years on, the Spirit of the Flying Tigers Continues to Inspire China-U.S. Friendship

Lawal SaleSeptember 29, 20265 min read

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

A century-old Bond Between an American Family and NW China’s Qinghai

Lawal SaleSeptember 29, 20267 min read

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

BRICS’s “China Year” as Game Changer for the Global South

Lawal SaleSeptember 17, 20269 min read

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

GGI AT 1: DESPITE GLOBAL TURBULENCE, MULTIPOLAR WORLD PREVAILS

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COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

People-to-People Exchanges Enduring Bridge

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COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

Green Computing Drives China’s Digital Future as Horinger New Area Enters ‘Millisecond Computing Circle’

Lawal SaleAugust 21, 20262 min read

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

Inside China’s First Quantum-Powered Demonstration Substation

Lawal SaleAugust 21, 20265 min read

NIGERIA UPDATE

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NIGERIA UPDATE

Nigeria Declares 3-day Mourning for 32 Military Personnel Killed in Plane Crash

By Lawal SaleOctober 7, 2026

FG, Lagos Deepen Partnership to Improve Electricity Reliability in State

October 6, 2026

FG Moves to Operationalise 112 National Emergency Number

September 8, 2026

Tegbe Highlights Nigeria’s Power Sector Reform at 50th Middle East Energy Leadership Summit

September 2, 2026

DEMOGRAPHY, DESTINY AND DISORDER; A Malthusian-Ricardian Reply to Nigeria’s Population, Land and Urban Planning Question

August 31, 2026

RUSSIA & EURASIA

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RUSSIA & EURASIA

Russia Warns Lithuania Against Possible NATO Base, Nuclear Weapons Deployment

By Lawal SaleOctober 7, 2026

RUSSIA & EURASIA

Russia Thwarts Over 100 mln Cyber Threats During State Duma Elections — Official

By Lawal SaleSeptember 21, 2026

RUSSIA & EURASIA

Russia’s Easternmost Regions Begin Voting for 9th State Duma

By Lawal SaleSeptember 18, 2026

RUSSIA & EURASIA

Explainer: The Story Behind Russia Day and the Significance of 12 June

By Lawal SaleJune 12, 2026

RUSSIA & EURASIA

Russia’s Flagship Economic Forum Opens in St. Petersburg

By Lawal SaleJune 4, 2026

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

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CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Panda Conservation Strengthens Global Ties

Lawal SaleOctober 16, 20264 min read

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

China Advances Ecological Governance Under the Rule of Law

Lawal SaleAugust 27, 20265 min read

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Beijing Designated as UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture 2029

Lawal SaleAugust 6, 20262 min read

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

BRI Injects Impetus into Green Transition Efforts

Lawal SaleAugust 6, 20264 min read

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Moscow Records Heaviest Snowfall in Over 200 Years

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CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Ethiopia to Host COP 32 Climate Summit in 2027

Lawal SaleNovember 17, 20252 min read

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

At Least 7 Killed as Hurricane Makes Landfall in Jamaica

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Politics & Governance:

Economy, Inflation and Debt May Dominate Malawi’s 2025 election Choices

Lawal SaleSeptember 6, 20252 min read

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XIPLOMACY

President Xi’s Diplomatic Style, Artistry in Nigeria

By Isah MukhtarNovember 6, 2026

Perception of President Xi Jinping’s Diplomatic Style and Artistry in Nigeria A 2026 Report By Center for Contemporary China-Africa Research in Nigeria: China as…

Education & Culture

France’s Blood Bank Hit by Cyberattack

By Lawal SaleNovember 5, 2026

The cooling system of France's blood bank has been hit by a cyberattack, French blood bank authorities (EFS) said on Wednesday. The refrigeration systems…

OPINION

AI as Election Bogey

By Lawal SaleNovember 4, 2026

By Okoh Aihe As he walked across the stage to address the gathering, the young MC joked on Monday morning that Prof Joash Amupitan…

OPINION

Leading Chinese Modernization Steadily Forward Through the Party’s Self-Revolution

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

By H.E Ambassador Yu Dunhai Days ago, the Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China concluded in…

OPINION

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Leading Chinese Modernization Steadily Forward Through the Party’s Self-Revolution By H.E Ambassador Yu Dunhai Days ago, the Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th Central…

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Nigeria and Ethiopia: What the Rail and Road Comparisons Leave Out

By Lawal SaleNovember 2, 2026

A rejoinder to an undated, untitled message circulated by Suleman Ndanusa, with project comparisons attributed to Meta AI. By Tanimu Yakubu Corruption takes money…

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