China-Africa Tech & Trade Forum - Zero Tariffs, Infinite Possibilities
ZERO TARIFFS, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES - CHINA OPENS ITS MARKET TO AFRICA
The China–Africa Tech and Trade Forum arrives at a pivotal moment for Africa–China relations. Across the continent, economies are driving sustainable industrialization, diversification, and deeper integration into global value chains. Meanwhile, China’s zero-tariff policy opens unprecedented opportunities for African entrepreneurs in sectors ranging from agriculture to manufacturing, digital services, and e-commerce.
This Forum is designed to translate access into real growth by:
Showcasing innovation and trade opportunities between Africa and China
Providing on-the-ground support for businesses operating across both regions
Building connections with global ecosystem and investment partners
Program Structure (2 Hours)
Section 1: From Policy to Action (1 hour)
Xiaotao Zhang, PhD (China) – China’s macro trade policy and opportunities for Africa (10 mins)
Bernard K. Mulenda (DRC) – Technology and workforce needs from a DRC perspective (10 mins)
Michelle Taohong Li (China/US) – Global tech transfer and trends shaping emerging markets (10 mins)
Joram Mwinamo (Kenya) – African perspectives on China-Africa tech & trade collaboration (10 mins)
Case Studies: Cross-Border Innovation & Entrepreneurship (20 mins)
Lily Li (China) – The Niels Story across China and Africa (10 mins)
Tonee Ndungu (Kenya) – Entrepreneurship across continents: Challenges and solutions (10 mins)
Section 2: AI, Tools & Platforms (50 mins)
AI-Enabled E-Commerce (20 mins)
Beiping Tan (China) – How AI empowers cross-border commerce (10 mins)
Margaret Kyerematen-Debrah (Ghana) – AI in African e-commerce (10 mins)
Emerging Tools & Trade Platforms (20 mins)
Jianchao Ge, PhD (China) – New trade tools and innovation platforms (10 mins)
Bern Njathi (Kenya) – Opportunities and outcomes enabled for Africa (10 mins)
Closing Remarks (10 mins)
Jerry James (UK & Ghana) – How these resources support entrepreneurs (5 mins)
Summary of key takeaways
Acknowledgments and next steps
Primary Audience
African and Chinese Entrepreneurs
Chinese Importers & Distributors
Government & Trade Officials
Investors & Financial Institutions
E-commerce & Logistics Platforms
Chambers of Commerce & Trade Associations
Academics & Policy Think Tanks
NGOs & Capacity-Building Organizations
Media & Influencers