China in Sub-Saharan Africa

In Kenya, purchasing a new Chinese EV remains out of reach for many. Nonetheless, innovative entrepreneurs are developing solutions to help bridge the gap and enable the transition from costly ICE vehicles.
Kenya’s taxi market is predominantly made up of secondhand fossil fuel-powered vehicles, each emitting approximately 20 kilograms of carbon dioxide per 100 kilometers. Replacing fuel-powered cars with EVs will systematically upgrade the country’s green transport operations.
E-Waste...a mountain of solar batteries backed with concrete, sand, glass and other matter. @FairPlanet
By just looking at a picture sent to his iPhone of a large solar battery, Phillip December could tell why his client was having problems with his solar system. “The battery is fake. Get another one if you can,” he wrote.
The Nigerian government has secured a commitment for the establishment of a world-class mini-grid simulation and technical standardization centre in a significant outcome of the presidential visit to china. The simulation centre will feature advanced simulation laboratories equipped with cutting-edge simulation technologies.
China has been criticised for abandoning African interests by adding value in China and not in Africa. Many people and industries on the African continent lack access to reliable and affordable energy – and local industry is keen to capture that market.
China-Africa relations have deepened over the past two decades, characterised by increased economic cooperation, investment and infrastructure development. China is now Africa’s largest trading partner, with partnerships focused on building roads, railways and energy projects.