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News & Updates

Latest media coverage, expert commentary, and developments in technology policy, AI governance, and Africa-China relations.

Recent Media & News

Africanising Chinese Surveillance Technology

May 2025

East Asia Forum

Analysis of how African nations are adapting Chinese surveillance technologies to local contexts

Chinese Startups Supported by Microsoft and Google Incubator Programs Worked with Police

November 2024

Rest of World

Investigation into tech company relationships with surveillance infrastructure

China in the Global South: Development and Influence in a Shifting Global Order

February 2024

Atlantic Council

Comprehensive analysis of China's growing influence in developing nations

Kenya Must Update its Regulatory Frameworks to Keep Pace with AI

October 2023

Tech Policy Press

Policy recommendations for AI governance in Kenya

How India is using Digital Technology to Project Power

June 2023

The Economist

Analysis of India's digital diplomacy and technology strategy

Is CISA Stretched Thin on Critical Infrastructure?

October 2022

Politico

Assessment of cybersecurity infrastructure and resource allocation

Expert Commentary

“He writes the most insightful work on these issues”

Eric Olander, Editor in Chief of the China-Global South Project

On Chinese surveillance technology in Africa

Previous Coverage

Charting the Future of China's Infrastructure Projects in Africa After a Decade of Lending

December 2021

Voice of America

The Spread of Surveillance Technology in Africa Stirs Security Concerns

December 2020

Africa Center for Strategic Studies

Locating African Agency in Africa-China Relations

April 2020

Africa is a Country

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