Africa is now in its rudimentary phase of industrialization, a stage that not only paves the way to economic development, but is the key to survival for most African workers. This year, as Chinese companies have invested in Africa they have played a positive role in accelerating that industrialization.
Africa Should use China Connection to Achieve continental shift in fortunes
As African economic prospects brighten, there is debate about which growth model would best suit its development.
Academic predicts development story of africa over next century will be more patchy than in Asia.
John Dramani Mahama, president of Ghana, says China is now playing a key role in the development of Africa.
The African continent has seen considerable growth over the past 10 years, after two lost decades at the end of the 20th century. It is now the second-biggest growth region in the world, largely due to increased global commodity prices, driven by demand in East Asia.
China has made great economic strides since its reform and opening-up in the 1970s, so it is natural for most countries in Africa to want to learn from the Chinese experience when pursuing their own development.
The relationship between China and the African continent is one of the most significant relationships in the world today.
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