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Development Reimagined
Development Reimagined is an African-led international development consultancy with headquarters in China, and offices in Kenya and the UK.
The team have expertise in the fields of economic development, diplomacy, environment and public relations, and with a special focus on the relationships between African countries and China.
December 04, 2024
With Visit to Angola, Biden Claims the US Is ‘All in on Africa’
By Trevor Lwere
U.S. Africa policy is often viewed through the prism of competition with China. If so, the United States has a long way to go to catch up.
August 30, 2024
Africa, China, and the Race for Critical Minerals: A New Focus for FOCAC?
By Yixin Yu
Despite the broad scope of topics covered at FOCAC, one crucial area remains notably underrepresented: mining and critical minerals.
July 04, 2024
Is $20 Billion by 2030 Realistic? Evaluating China-Africa Agricultural Trade Ambitions
By Sena Voncujovi
Achieving the target requires more than doubling the current $9 billion in agricultural exports from Africa to China. This is ambitious, but attainable with strategic efforts.
June 12, 2024
South Korea-Africa Summit: A Disappointing Outcome?
By Ovigwe Eguegu
While South Korea’s interests were clear, what was evident from the summit was the lack of clarity on African governments’ joint, specific position on engagement with Seoul.
June 10, 2024
China and Equatorial Guinea: Why Their New ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ Matters
By Ovigwe Eguegu
Is Beijing’s rumored plan for a base in the African country moving closer to fruition?
March 19, 2024
Why Angola’s Latest Visit to China Is Good for the G7
By Ovigwe Eguegu
President Lourenço’s visit took place amid the talk of growing global competition between the United States and China in the Southern African region.
March 08, 2024
President Bio’s Visit Charts a More Holistic Path for China-Sierra Leone Relations
By Rosie Wigmore
The trend toward diversification could also be a bellwether for China’s relationship with other African countries.
February 13, 2024
What South African Rooibos Tea Can Tell Us About Africa-China Trade Flows
By Rosie Wigmore
The example of South Africa’s famous tea variety speaks to unfinished business in expanding African exports to China – including Beijing’s recognition of African Geographical Indications.
January 24, 2024
What the China-Maldives-India Triangle Tells Us About 21st Century Balancing
By Ovigwe Eguegu
Is India really “out” and China “in” for the Maldives? And what does this case tell us about the emerging approach of smaller states in great power competition?
January 13, 2024
Previewing the Chinese Foreign Minister’s Visit to Africa
By Yixin Yu and Ovigwe Eguegu
Wang Yi’s inaugural trip of 2024 will touch on diplomacy, economics, and security issues on the African continent.
January 11, 2024
What Lies Ahead for Chinese Lending to Africa?
By Trevor Lwere
Despite much talk of a slowdown, there is reason to believe that Chinese loans to African countries will increase in 2024.
November 03, 2023
What Did the 3rd Belt and Road Forum Mean for Africa?
By Trevor Lwere
There has been much talk of a perceived slowdown in BRI lending, but African leaders are still looking to China to advance development goals.
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