African journalists explore China cooperation in energy and industry
A delegation including a journalist from Equatorial Guinea visited Hunan province to identify opportunities in clean energy, sustainable industrialization, and cultural tourism.
A delegation of African journalists, including Quisito Santos Bacale Asumu Abeso from Real Equatorial Guinea, visited China's Hunan province from October 26 to explore cooperation in clean energy, industrial modernization, infrastructure, and cultural exchange. The visit aims to identify solutions for expanding electricity access, strengthening productive capacities, and diversifying economic alliances for African nations.
In Hengyang, journalists saw energy storage solutions for renewable energy with potential applications in markets like South Africa and Zambia, which could improve electricity supply in areas with limited grid access. They also visited metallurgical companies that have improved processes through waste reuse and energy saving, offering models for African countries promoting sustainable industrialization and production efficiency.
The exchanges also covered raw material supply and industrial chain development, relevant for exploring new collaboration avenues between Chinese and African businesses. In the cultural sphere, journalists learned about initiatives combining tradition with gastronomy, crafts, and tourism, providing references for African countries seeking to protect heritage and boost local economies.
Why it mattersJournalists from Equatorial Guinea and other African nations are exploring opportunities for cooperation with China in energy, industry, and culture.