China's Consumption-led Growth and Impact on Africa

The New African published on 4 July 2018 an article titled "What Impact in Africa as China Shifts To Consumption-led Growth?" by Regina Jane Jere.

Based on a recent Moody's report, the author says China's shift from consumption-led growth will have mixed credit implications for African states, flattening the trade volumes of oil and iron ore exporters while benefiting the exporters of non-ferrous metals (copper, cobalt and aluminum) and tourist destinations in Africa.

China Makes Major Play for West African Bauxite

World Politics Review published on 22 September 2017 an article titled "China Races into West Africa's Mineral Rush, and the Environmental Costs Rise" by Matthew C. DuPee.

China recently signed a $20 billion loan agreement with Guinea for concessions and access to its bauxite deposits. It is also negotiating with Ghana for access to bauxite. The question is whether these deals can overcome rampant corruption and careless environmental practices.