UJ Centre for Africa-China Studies - CACS

RADIO INTERVIEW | 702

Professor David Monyae joined 702’s Africa Melane to discuss whether the China-US Summit marks a turning point in superpower relations or signals an intensifying global rivalry.

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https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/high-stakes-us-china-summit-set



David Monyae

High-stakes US-China summit set - Early Breakfast with Africa Melane Trump has arrived in Beijing for pivotal talks with Xi Jinping as the US and China confront rising tensions over trade, AI dominance, Taiwan, and the Iran crisis. Professor David Monyae joins Africa Melane to unpack whether this summit signals a reset in superpower relations or a deepening global ri...

THE ASIAN FRONT | EPISODE 3

Our third episode on ‘The Asian Front’ focused on the China-US Summit and the implications for the summit in light of the US-Israel war on Iran

Listen here: https://youtu.be/bzvebfLVXlE?si=b6r0szUNsnOFVI-y

The Asian Front | 28 April 2026 | Radio 786 The China-US Summit: How could they play out as the US-Israel war on Iran affects global trade and energy?Guest:Dr Emmanuel Matambo. Research Director at the...

FROM BRI TRACKS TO GLOBAL MIX: TIME TO DETACH THE BRAND FROM BEIJING’S BALANCE SHEET | DR CLIFF MBOYA

Detaching BRI from Chinese dominance benefits all. For Beijing, it sheds “debt trap” stigma, validating its multilateral rhetoric evident in connectivity projects that are BRI aligned but Multilateral Development Banks led.

For recipients, it means alternative and faster delivery. Globally, it fosters true “multilateralism,” pooling BRI infrastructure financing risks via diverse funders and models.

Read here: https://www.the-star.co.ke/siasa/2026-04-27-mboya-time-to-detach-the-brand-from-beijings-balance-sheet-siasa

MBOYA: From BRI tracks to global mix: Time to detach the brand from Beijing's balance sheet Critics might argue this dilutes BRI’s essence, however, China’s own words counter this argument

HOW THE US-IRAN WAR RESHAPES CHINA’s GEOPOLITICAL STRATEGY | PROF DAVID MONYAE & DR SHENGYONG QIN

The geopolitical turbulence of 2026 is posing a pointed question. For China, this is not merely a major external environmental shock, but a fundamental test concerning strategic approaches and development paths. When the carriage is still pondering how to accelerate by relying on stronger horses, the sudden appearance of the automobile completely upends the situation.

Read here: https://theafrican.co.za/tvbox/2026-04-28-how-the-us-iran-war-reshapes-chinas-geopolitical-strategy/

David Monyae

How the US-Iran War Reshapes China's Geopolitical Strategy This article explores the multifaceted impacts of the US-Iran War on China's strategic environment, examining how military actions and geopolitical shifts affect China's energy security, partnerships, and global standing.

STRENGTHENING TIES: SOUTH AFRICA AND CHINA’s NEW EXPORT AGREEMENT | PROF DAVID MONYAE

The South Africa-China relationship, continues to grow from strength to strength. This was after the two countries signed an amendment to the “Supplementary Phytosanitary Requirements for the Export of South African Citrus to China”.

The new amendments will see new treatment options and regulatory stipulations come into place, which are expected to reduce supply chain costs, and enhance the efficiency of trade flows between China and South Africa.

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https://theafrican.co.za/tvbox/2026-04-17-strengthening-ties-south-africa-and-chinas-new-citrus-export-agreement/



David Monyae

Strengthening Ties: South Africa and China's New Citrus Export Agreement South Africa and China have strengthened their economic ties with a new phytosanitary agreement that will enhance citrus exports, reduce costs, and create job opportunities in the agricultural sector.

THE ASIAN FRONT | EPISODE 2

Our second episode explored the following topics:

1. China’s fuel exports to South East Asian countries
2. Recent developments in West Asia
3. Strengthening agricultural trade ties between South Africa and Asia

Listen here: https://youtu.be/ntjMkmF4wZI?si=RiMLcTSg4gz8i0Ch

Radio 786 The Asian Front | 14 April 2026 | Radio 786

📻 NEW MEDIA SEGMENT | THE ASIA FRONT

The Centre for Africa-China Studies is proud to be collaborating with Radio 786 on a new weekly feature titled “The Asian Front”, airing every Tuesday at 07h10.

Our first episode aired on 7 April 2026 and explored key developments shaping Asia and its global linkages, including:

1. China’s fuel exports to South East Asian countries
2. Recent developments in West Asia
3. Strengthening agricultural trade ties between South Africa and Asia

Stay tuned each week as we unpack important geopolitical and economic trends connecting Asia and Africa.

Listen here: https://youtu.be/D_2sF1NbMe8?si=I2gmZptt6Qijel_D

Radio 786 The Asian Front | 7 April 2026 | Radio 786

JOURNAL ARTICLE | PERSONAL ENRICHMENT VERSUS SOCIAL WELFARE: THE IMPACT OF PUBLIC PROCUREMENT IN SOUTH AFRICA

Dr Chibukem Nnaeme’s (PDRF) recently published journal article titled: Personal Enrichment versus Social Welfare: The Impact of Public Procurement in South Africa.

This paper explores the relationship between affirmative action, such as Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE), and social welfare, with a specific focus on the Gauteng Department of Health's public procurement of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the Life Esidimeni tragedy.

This study grapples with the question of the extent to which affirmative action in public procurement impacts social welfare. A literature review and analysis of relevant documents are conducted to achieve the research aim.

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RADIO INTERVIEW | SAFM

Dr Emmanuel Matambo was featured on SAfm to reflect on the appointment of Roelf Meyer as South Africa’s ambassador to the United States.

Meyer was an unproblematic choice, he says, as he hails from the Afrikaner minority group that President Donald Trump said is facing genocidal violence in South Africa

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https://omny.fm/shows/first-take-sa/mixed-reactions-as-president-cyril-ramaphosa-appoints-veteran-politician-roelf-meyer-as-south-africas-new-ambassador-to-the-united-states.

Mixed reactions as President Cyril Ramaphosa appoints veteran politician Roelf Meyer as South Africa's new ambassador to the United States. - First Take SA President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed veteran politician Roelf Meyer as South Africa's new ambassador to the United States. The move comes as Pretoria seeks to repair ties with Washington following a challenging period of strained relations. Meyer, 78, replaces Ebrahim Rasool in the role. Meyer pl...