Breaking the myth of Chinese debt trap in Africa

Chinese lending to Africa has increased fivefold since 2010. A 15-year lending spree has made Beijing the most significant source of finance for the continent. It has also been accused of dragging African borrowers into a debt trap. But how accurate is that narrative?

A riveting evening of discussion, food, and wine was held as we try and break the myth of Chinese debt trap in Africa with Eric Olander, Editor-in-Chief of the China Global South Project.

	Amit Jain Director, NTU-SBF Centre for African Studies
	Eric Olander Editor-in-Chief, China Global South Project