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The Latest Chinese Tech News & Trends in Africa

Chinese technology in Africa is ubiquitous. The bulk of the continent’s 4G networks were built with Huawei networking equipment, more Transsion phones are sold every year across the continent than from any other brand and now Chinese companies are playing an increasingly dominant role in online services from mobile money (OPay) to music (Boomplay) to short-form video-sharing platforms (Vskit & TikTok). But Chinese technology in Africa is also very controversial amid mounting concerns over espionage, surveillance, and data management. No one covers China-Africa tech more than CAP. Subscribe for daily updates and bookmark this page to stay current with the latest trends.

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Map of suspected debris from China’s Long March 12 rocket fell near the Philippines, prompting condemnation from officials and raising concerns over maritime and aviation safety.

Indonesia Goes Nuclear, Taps China and Russia for Modular Reactors

The Philippine government has issued a formal condemnation of China following the suspected descent of China’s rocket debris from a Long March 12 launch into waters near Philippine maritime territory. The incident, which occurred late Monday, has triggered public concern and renewed scrutiny over ...

Chinese Commentators Cheer Over Iran Ditches GPS for Beidou

China Plans Global AI Coordination Body

Singapore Calls in Military as Alleged China-Linked Hackers Target Critical Systems

Singapore Facing ‘Serious’ Cyberattack by Espionage Group With Alleged China Ties

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