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Africans want fair shake from Chinese investors

Development & Education

China’s investment in Africa is vast and growing, but in Zambia many are critical of China’s approach and are concerned that they’re not benefiting from investments.

Bamboo bicycles for eco-conscious consumers

Business, Economics and Jobs

China looks to invest in Africa

Hugh Masekela Enjoys Playing @ Work

Global Hit
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‘The Rough Guide to the Music of Madagascar’

Arts, Culture & Media
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Zambia Wins Africa Cup of Nations

Sports

Zambians gave their national soccer team a heroes welcome Monday after they won the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time.

Zambia’s Population Boom

The United Nations says that by the end of October, the world’s population will surpass seven billion. The world population is now growing by roughly 80 million people per year. The tiny African nation of Zambia is among many nations around the world experiencing a population boom. Thirteen million people now live in Zambia, compared […]

Mining in Zambia — One Year After Collum Coal Incident

Conflict & Justice

One year ago, managers at a Chinese-owned coal mine in the African country of Zambia opened fire on local workers demanding better pay.

Chinese Investment at the Cost of Respect in Zambia?

Zambia is one of those rare places where, when people ask, ‘how are you?,’ they expect an answer. And just about everyone asks. It’s a form of greeting, not completed until you answer and ask the same […]

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China’s Investment in Zambia

Business, Economics and Jobs

Zambians don’t always like the way Chinese businesses operate in their country. They’d like to see a more equal relationship which is what their newly elected president is promising.