June 24, 2026
4 developments
AidData puts Chinese finance to the DRC at $22 billion
112 loans and 169 grant commitments from 2000 to 2023 make it China's largest African portfolio.
Zambia's ZCCM signs a lime joint venture
A $30 million deal with China's Wonderful Group revives the Ndola Lime plant.
Tanzania's minerals deal reframes resource governance
The agreement mandates local processing and state participation rather than only higher royalties.
Zero-tariff access takes effect
China removed tariffs on 100% of tariff lines for 53 African countries.