Xinhua published on 13 October 2024 an article titled "Chinese, Zimbabwean Universities Launch Research Center on Civilization Exchanges."
The China-Africa Joint Research Center for Exchanges and Mutual Learning between Civilizations opened on 11 October at the University of Zimbabwe in collaboration with Renmin University of China. The spokesperson for the University of Zimbabwe emphasized joint research projects and exchange programs that focus on innovation and industrialization. The spokesperson from Renmin University said the center will promote exchanges and research in education and scientific cooperation.