Tuesday, January 18, 2022

China and Africa: Loans versus Investment

 The Africa Report published on 14 January 2022 an article titled "Africa's Debt Situation Remains Worrying . . . .  But There Is Good News."

China now accounts for about one-fifth of all lending to Africa.  It is an essential player in any solution to Africa's debt.  China is moving to a new development paradigm with a focus on supporting SMEs, human capital investment, green development, and an emphasis on FDI rather than loan financing.