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The Debate
Debt trap? The allure of Chinese money in Africa
Is Africa locked in a debt trap? At a summit with African leaders, China's president dismissed claims of a new colonialism as he promised $60 billion in fresh funding for the…
China pledges $60 billion to Africa, says 'no strings attached'
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday pledged $60 billion in financing for projects in Africa in the form of assistance, investment and loans, as China furthers efforts to link…
Business Daily
China defends loan policy as third China-Africa summit kicks off
China rolls out the red carpet to welcome African leaders as it hosts the third Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit. Amid increasing criticism over its policy to lend…
‘No strings attached’ to Africa investment, says China’s Xi
Chinese President Xi Jinping told African leaders on Monday that China's investments on the continent have "no political strings attached" and are not for “vanity projects”, even…
Beijing hosts African leaders for summit amid criticism of China 'land grab'
FRANCE 24's Yena Lee and Selina Sykes report on the two-day China-Africa summit that is expected to focus on Xi Jinping's cherished Belt and Road initiative.
Eye On Africa
F24 exclusive: DR Congo's Judge Mbuyi says Kabila ordered his murder
In tonight's edition of Eye on Africa, we speak to the author of a new UN report on the tumbling inflows of foreign direct investment in Africa. Also, we bring you an exclusive…
Focus
Tunisia courts European investors
Tunisia is courting European Investors; offering tax breaks to companies and labour costs which are just a fraction of what businesses would have to pay in Europe. Investment…
Business Daily
Will Cuba's political transition attract more foreign investment?
As Cuba prepares for the departure of Raul Castro, foreign investors will be watching closely to see if his successor pushes for more economic reforms. French companies are among…
Business Daily
Trump unveils $1.5tn infrastructure plan
The White House has unveiled its proposals to make America's roads gleam again - and upgrade the country's crumbling infrastructure. Our Washington correspondent Philip Crowther…
Macron welcomes 140 business leaders to Versailles
President Emmanuel Macron's campaign for a "French Renaissance" kicked into overdrive Monday as his government welcomed 140 multinational business leaders before this week's…
Eye On Africa
Mixed reactions across continent as Trump recognises Jerusalem as Israel's capital
On tonight's show: Fierce protests in North Africa but more caution from Sub-Saharan nations on the continent following US president Donald Trump recognition of Jerusalem as…
Business Daily
Apple's iPhone 8 debuts to muted reaction and lower sales
Apple's new iPhone 8 goes on sale but is not exactly shredding sales records. The US and Canada are talking tough ahead of round three of NAFTA negotiations and Real Madrid star…
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