By [Akshat Maheshwary], Global Affairs Correspondent Over the past two decades, China has become Africa’s largest trading partner and one of its most influential investors. From glittering highways in Kenya to sprawling industrial parks in Ethiopia, the footprint of Chinese capital is unmistakable. On paper, it’s a win-win relationship: China needs resources and new markets, while Africa needs infrastructure and investment. But as the scope of Beijing’s involvement deepens, so too does the debate: Is China empowering the continent—or reasserting a new form of colonial influence? 🏗️ The Promise of Partnership The numbers are staggering. As of 2025, Chinese investment…