Inside China's expanding partnership with Africa Beyond bridges and rails, collaboration widens through zero-tariff policy, reinforcing South-South trade amid global protectionism By EDITH MUTETHYA and SHARON NAKOLA in Nairobi | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2026-01-15 09:26

Inside China's expanding partnership with Africa Beyond bridges and rails, collaboration widens through zero-tariff policy, reinforcing South-South trade amid global protectionism By EDITH MUTETHYA and SHARON NAKOLA in Nairobi | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2026-01-15 09:26 https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202601/15/WS6968425ea310d6866eb33d2d.html As Belt and Road Initiative projects gather pace across Africa — upgrading transport networks, strengthening energy systems and expanding digital connectivity — the scope of China-Africa cooperation is broadening beyond infrastructure.