FOCAC
Welcome to Our FOCAC Hub
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) is a pivotal platform established in 2000 to foster diplomatic, economic, and social relations between China and African countries. FOCAC serves as a strategic avenue for dialogue and collaboration, addressing mutual interests and advancing the common goals of development, peace, and prosperity.
Through regular summits and ministerial conferences, FOCAC facilitates extensive cooperation in various sectors including infrastructure, trade, investment, education, and health. The forum emphasizes sustainable development and is instrumental in channeling significant Chinese investments into Africa, boosting the continent’s economic growth and modernization efforts.
FOCAC’s initiatives have led to the development of major infrastructure projects, enhancement of trade partnerships, and substantial progress in healthcare and educational exchanges. By prioritizing mutual benefits and shared growth, FOCAC continues to play a crucial role in strengthening the partnership between China and Africa, fostering an inclusive and prosperous future for both regions.
Our Vision
Our vision is to establish a comprehensive and authoritative hub for all things FOCAC, providing complete and up-to-date information on the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. We aim to make this page the premier destination for anyone seeking detailed knowledge, insights, and updates about FOCAC, including the upcoming summit in September and all future events. By ensuring every piece of relevant information is readily accessible, we strive to be the ultimate resource and one-stop shop for FOCAC, fostering greater understanding and engagement with this critical platform for China-Africa collaboration.
Reimagining the Africa-China relationship
DR EXPERTS IN THE NEWS
06/09/2024
Panel: How will the 2024 FOCAC summit direct future China-Africa relations? – CGTN
Hannah Ryder joins the panel to discuss the Beijing Declaration and its implications for the future of China-Africa relations.
10/09/2024
China-Africa ties at “best period in history” – TRT world
Our Peace and Security Policy Lead,Ovigwe Eguegu , shares insights in this exclusive TRT World interview.
06/09/2024
KENYAN YOUTH JUSTIFIABLY TARGET IMF AND GOVERNMENT IN ANGER – Ventures
Youth-led protests swept Kenya, fueled by anger at the 2024 Finance Bill and the perceived influence of the IMF on government policies.
06/09/2024
Xi Jinping reiterates China’s commitment to Africa amid economic slowdown – The Straits Times
Sena said China’s announcements are positive, as there have been worries that China is scaling back its investments or infrastructure projects on the continent given its own economic slowdown.
06/09/2024
What does China’s $50B package mean for Africa and the West? – AI Jazeera
Hannah Ryder joins Al Jazeera to discuss China’s pledge of $50 billion in loans and funding for African nations.
06/09/2024
China pushes smaller, smarter loans to Africa to shield from risks – France 24
"The reality is some (African) countries have had a tough time fulfilling their debt repayment commitments due to a multiplicity of factors," says Ovigwe Eguegu.
05/09/2024
Africa-China cooperation and trade deficit – France 24
DR analyst Sena discusses the Africa-China trade deficit and the importance of increasing African value-added goods in an interview with France 24.
05/09/2024
Is Japan’s involvement in Africa’s development outdated? – The Japan Times
Sena pointed out that Japan’s approach needs a shift to better align with Africa's aspirations.
05/09/2024
China-Africa Summit 2024: Is the 9th a turning point? – Africa News
Economic advisor Rugare Mukanganga discussed recent developments in economic relations between China and Africa.
05/09/2024
Analyst: China key partner in developing renewable energy capacity in Africa – CGTN
Hannah Ryder says China is a great partner in developing African countries' renewable energy capacity.
05/09/2024
What does China’s $50bn package mean for Africa and the West? – Aljazeera
What does this investment mean for Africa, China and its Western rivals?
04/09/2024
China-Africa cooperation: African leaders in China for 2024 FOCAC – CGTN
Hannah joined the CGTN podcast to share her views on the updated FOCAC agenda.
04/09/2024
Trade ‘green lanes’ to boost high-value African goods to enter Chinese market: African experts – Global Times
Given the BRI's alignment with Africa's development goals, trade and infrastructure are likely to be key themes, Sena Voncujovi, told the GT.
04/09/2024
Chinese loan resurgence sets up Africa summit – SEMAFOR
China has demonstrated interest in African peace and security and there could be announcements in that regard, particularly to mediate in the Sudan war, said Ovigwe Eguegu.
03/09/2024
China-Africa Cooperation continuously expanding into emgering fields – CGTN
DR analyst Sena shares his expectations and thoughts on FOCAC9.
03/09/2024
The new power struggle for Africa and what it means for Europe – Handelsblatt
"What we are seeing right now are more and more opportunities for investment, trade and economic development," says DR analyst Ovigve Eguegu.
03/09/2024
China kicks off major African summit as it seeks to woo leaders amid pressure from the West – CNN
“China-Africa relations is going back to the basics in the sense that it started as a political relationship,” said Ovigwe Eguegu.
02/09/2024
Interview: FOCAC summit key means to leverage China-Africa partnership, says consultancy chief – People’s Daily
Hannah Ryder sees China’s shift towards sustainability and high-value production as an opportunity for African nations and encourages other South-South cooperation partners to adopt similar models.
02/09/2024
FOCAC 2024: Elevating African interests beyond the Africa-China summit – The Independent
The article highly appreciated DR's work on FOCAC tracking and related research.
01/09/2024
African leaders in Beijing target significant financial deals and investments – Bol News
Ovigwe told the news that African countries are “looking to tap the opportunities in China for growth.”
01/09/2024
African leaders in Beijing eyeing big loans and investment – VOA
African countries were "looking to tap the opportunities in China for growth," DR analyst Ovigwe Eguegu told AFP.
21/08/2024
What Transsion tells us about Chinese investment in Africa？ – African Business
Sena Voncujovi took Transsion as an example and shared his insights around the likely shape of Chinese foreign investment in Africa going forwards.
15/08/2024
Is China’s overcapacity in renewable energy good for Africa? – African Business
Can Africa learn from China to become a major environmental goods manufacturer, despite plummeting prices? Yike Fu discusses lessons the continent could learn.
16/08/2024
After $300bn promise, what next for Africa’s exports to China? – African Business
DR’s Global Trade Lead, Rosie Wigmore in this article explores the progress and challenges of China's $300 billion pledge to increase African exports, highlighting the need for more diversified and value-added exports from Africa to reduce the growing trade imbalance.
WHAT WE DO
Keeping you one step ahead of key policy trends
Our team analyzes and provides timely and comprehensive insights for FOCAC and broader Africa-China ties. This involves data-driven policy research, providing bespoke “China Strategies” for various stakeholders, and delivering strategic recommendations based on our unique in-house databases.
We organize high-level meetings and webinars using our unique network of key African and Chinese diplomats, policymakers, practitioners and enterprises, along with numerous subject matter experts, to explore key Africa-China topics, provide training on specific lessons from China’s development path, or organize bespoke training and presentations on African countries’ economic conditions and future prospects.
Equipping key decision-makers with insights
Connecting you with diverse and powerful partners
We convene regular and impactful dialogues between African diplomats, policy-makers and businesspeople in different countries and settings – particularly African organizations on the ground in China – and we are proud to support African organizations in developing SDG-related or Agenda 2063-aligned partnerships in China (and vice versa).
Our Events
Keeping you one step ahead of key policy trends
Equipping key decision-makers with insights
Keeping you one step ahead of key policy trends
BROWSE Our WORK on Africa-China
Speech: China-Africa Green and Low-Carbon Cooperation: Policy Recommendations
Remarks as delivered by Development Reimagined CEO Hannah Ryder during the FOCAC Dialogue on Environment & Climate Change – “Sino-African Cooperation on Green and Low-Carbon Development:
Report: Africa-China Cooperation in the Post-Covid Era
The past two decades have seen significant progress in Africa-China cooperation with the creation of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). From an early emphasis
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation: All You Need to Know Before FOCAC 9
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has been a significant cooperative mechanism between China and African states since its creation in 2000. The mechanism is
Event: UN Symposium on China-Africa Cooperation Priorities for the 2024 Beijing FOCAC Summit
Beijing, China – July 9, 2024 The UN Country Team in China, in collaboration with the Embassy of Senegal (FOCAC Co-Chair) and the Permanent Mission
Database: Tracking China Africa Climate Actions since FOCAC 8
Development Reimagined’s China Africa Climate Action Tracker is an interactive database tracing China’s climate footprint in African countries since the announcement of the China-Africa Climate
Event: 4th African Ambassadors in China Retreat
The 4th African Ambassadors in China Retreat, jointly organized by Development Reimagined and the African Union Representative Office in China, took place on April 23-24,
Database: Understanding the progress of China-Africa climate actions since FOCAC 8
Since the announcement of the China-Africa Climate Declaration during the 8th FOCAC in November 2021, there has been a surge in efforts to comprehensively document
Policy Brief: FOCAC 8 At 1 – What Has Changed in Africa-China Trade so far?
The 8th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) was recently held in Dakar, Senegal, bringing together high-level officials from China and African countries to discuss cooperation
Brief: What is FOCAC8 and what does it mean for Africa-China trade and African-based businesses?
Who We Are? On November 29th, the Africa Reimagined team (some in Dakar and some in China) were eagerly awaiting President Xi Jinping’s speech at
Speech: Five Steps for Africans to seize the FOCAC 2021 Opportunity
Speech by Development Reimagined CEO, Hannah Ryder, at the 2nd China and International Development Forum, hosted by CAITEC. Full Speech Below Distinguished guests, Your excellencies,
Webinar: The Outcomes of FOCAC8
This week, the 8th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) was held in Dakar, Senegal from November 29th through to the 30th. The event saw several
Key Facts and Projects: Reimagining FOCAC engagement in a post-COVID-19 world
FOCAC 2021- Bridging Partnerships for Deeper Cooperation Since the first Forum on China Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in 2000, the China-Africa relationship has grown significantly, both
Report: Health Cooperation Under the FOCAC Umbrella
With the 8th Forum on China Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Ministerial Conference due to be held at the end of November 2021, Development Reimagined has been
Report: Reimagining FOCAC Going Forwards
How can both African and Chinese policy makers ensure that the Forum on China Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) contributes to supporting African countries to achieve their
Report: Agricultural Cooperation Under the FOCAC Umbrella
For the first time in a global context dramatically changed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 Forum on China Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Ministerial Conference will
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