UJ Centre for Africa-China Studies - CACS

This Centre is primarily concerned with analysing Africa’s relationship with China and producing evidence based papers, and seminars.

[University of Johannesburg @go2uj]

June 16 Special Tribute Episode | VC Chilling with Hoepie | The Hot Talk

In this special June 16 tribute episode of VC Chilling with Hoepie, University of Johannesburg Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Prof. Letlhokwa Mpedi, joins Hoepie in a solemn commemoration of the brave young men and women who participated in the historic 1976 Soweto Uprising.

🔗 https://t.co/qqmDsWgt4t

#YouthDay #YouthMonth

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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.

Listen here:
https://t.co/MGvpCHw7TP

#China #USA

@DavidMonyae

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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://t.co/QugjfkGqq1

#TheAsianFront #CACS #Radio786 #AfricaAsiaRelations

@EKMatambo

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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.

Read here: https://t.co/Ea3EMRCmPM

#multilateralism #BeltAndRoadInitiative #Africa #China

@C4Mboya

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

The geopolitical turbulence is posing a pointed question. For China, this is a test concerning approaches and development paths.

Read here: https://t.co/2Vq2rjxcr5

#China #USIranCrisis #Geopolitics

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

The South Africa-China relationship, continues to grow from strength to strength…

Read more here:
https://t.co/N8An8ubwfL

#SouthAfrica #China #Economicdiplomacy #Agriculture

@DavidMonyae

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THE ASIAN FRONT | EP 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 SA & Asia

Listen here: https://t.co/eIsnzsJQBQ

#CACS #Radio786

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NEW MEDIA SEGMENT | THE ASIA FRONT

CACS is proud to be collaborating with Radio 786 on a weekly feature airing every Tuesday at 07h10. Our first episode aired on 7 April 2026 and explored key developments shaping Asia.

Listen here: https://t.co/kIV0OYINkq

#TheAsianFront

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JOURNAL ARTICLE | PERSONAL ENRICHMENT VERSUS SOCIAL WELFARE

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

#publicprocurement #developmentalstate

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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.

Listen here:
https://t.co/YbFf1ipNmq.

#SouthAfrica #USA

@EKMatambo

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INTERVIEW | SABC NEWS

Prof. @DavidMonyae provided commentary, offering insights into the implications of the escalating United States–Israel conflict with Iran and its geopolitical impact.

Watch here: https://t.co/Uwxs6pgF5x

#Geopolitics #MiddleEast #Iran #US #Israel

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WATCH | Professor David Monyae, Director of the Centre for Africa-China Studies at the University of Johannesburg, says: “The war is bringing enormous cost on the markets,” as he unpacks the impact of the escalating US-Israel war on Iran.

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INTERVIEW | SABC NEWS

Professor David Monyae provided commentary on the latest developments pertaining to the conflict in the Middle East.

Watch here:
https://t.co/r9NWoc2XH0

#Iran #MiddleEast #StraitofHormuz #USA

[University of Johannesburg @go2uj]

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has been selected as one of only four universities worldwide and the only one in Africa to serve as a repository for the Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings, a prestigious scholarly archive donated by Zhejiang University.

Our Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Mpedi shares more in this video.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/06Ngm6mzq4

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UJ MAKES HISTORY 🎊

UJ, through CACS, has made history by receiving the full 232-volume Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings from Zhejiang University, valued at approximately R2.2 million.

Watch here: https://t.co/d83VpJON7Z

#UJ #Zhejiang #CACS

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TV INTERVIEW | CGTN AFRICA

Prof @DavidMonyae provided commentary on CGTN Africa outlining the main factors that have allowed the China–Africa partnership to endure despite changes in the global landscape.

Watch here:
https://t.co/wcLLgF187o

@cgtnafrica

#Africa #China

[UJ Centre for Africa-China Studies - CACS @UjCacs]

SHIFTING US PERSPECTIVES ON CHINA | PROF DAVID MONYAE & PROF VICTOR QIN

For more than three decades, U.S. policy toward China has evolved through a clear three-stage trajectory.

Read here: https://t.co/AW8AoeqXYT

#China #US #Capitalism #Globalisation #Competition

@DavidMonyae

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SEMINAR RECAP

On 3 March 2026, we convened for a powerful discussion on Africa’s path toward self-determination and modernization.

Our keynote speakers were Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma and Mr. Luc Youlouka Damiba.

Thank you to all who joined.

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📢 SEMINAR UPDATE

Our upcoming seminar will now be a hybrid event.

🗓 3 March 2026
⏰ 10:00–12:00
📍 School of Tourism and Hospitality (STH), University of Johannesburg – Bunting Road Campus

💻 Zoom:
🔗 https://t.co/DgQPnfAWTp
Meeting ID: 891 8319 4124
Passcode: 569306

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SEMINAR: DECOLONIZATION, AFRICAN AGENCY AND MODERNIZATION

Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation on Africa’s path toward self-determination and sustainable modernization.

#Decolonization #AfricanAgency #AfricanModernization #PanAfricanism #ThomasSankara

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CHINA’s ZERO-TARIFF POLICY: A GAME CHANGER FOR AFRICA’s TRADE | PROF @DavidMonyae

China-Africa trade is mutually beneficial. Its zero tariffs and trade policies unlock markets, the Yuan tools cut risks and costs.

Read here: https://t.co/7OJdpGzAmP

#Africa #China #ZeroTariff