Also known as: Forum on China–Africa Cooperation
Framework for trade and economic cooperation between China and African nations, referenced in context of zero-tariff access and people-to-people exchanges initiated in 2026.
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Informanté
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation will receive increased cooperation through bilateral relations between Namibia and China
“The joint statement also reaffirmed both countries' commitment to increased cooperation through the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), support for Namibia's industrialisation and development agenda, expanded market access for Namibian exports, and greater collaboration in peace and security, people-to-people exchanges and multilateral institutions.”
Namibia, China sign agreements to deepen economic and development cooperationWindhoek Observer
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation includes Namibia as a founding member
“At the core of the agenda was deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership signed in 2018, now elevated to reflect Namibia's status as a founding member of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) and one of China's most valued mineral partners on the continent.”
Namibia’s trade partnerships at a crossroadsInformanté
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation is expected to advance cooperation under the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) during the State Visit
“The State Visit is also expected to advance cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), while strengthening collaboration in infrastructure, housing, healthcare, water security and renewable energy.”
President Nandi-Ndaitwah arrives in China for State VisitInformanté
Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) outcomes will be built upon for advancing bilateral collaboration
“The visit will also build on cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative and outcomes of the Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), with both countries expected to advance collaboration in infrastructure, housing, energy, water, education and healthcare, alongside broader commitments to South-South cooperation and global governance reform.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah to deepen China partnership on State VisitInformanté
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) is the source of the zero-tariff initiative for African countries
“She said the initiative, which stems from the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), is expected to build confidence between Namibia and China, particularly among private sector players, by improving access to the Chinese market and fostering stronger trade relations.”
Namibia welcomes China’s zero-tariff moveNew Era
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation is a framework for China-Africa cooperation since 20th century
“It is a gesture rooted in long‑standing relations, from China's support for African independence movements in the 20th century to today's cooperation under frameworks like the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).”
Opinion – China's zero-tariff policy for Africa: A new catalyst for shared prosperityThe Namibian
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (Focac) held Ministerial Meeting of Coordinators on Implementation of Follow-up Actions
“The announcement followed the Ministerial Meeting of Coordinators on the Implementation of the Follow-up Actions of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (Focac), held in Changsha, Hunan”
Namibia to benefit from China’s new zero-tariff policyThe Namibian
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation hosted China-Africa initiative agreement in September 2024 at Beijing.
“Zhao said China-Africa is an important initiative agreed upon by China president Xi Jinping and African leaders in September 2024 at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation at Beijing.”
China to expand support for Namibians in 2026 exchange yearDuring President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to Beijing in July, Namibia and China signed agreements and memoranda covering economic partnership, healthcare, education, green minerals, tourism and agriculture, elevating bilateral relations to a Namibia-China Community with a Shared Future for the New Era.
13 July 2026 · Informanté →
During President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to Beijing in July, Namibia and China signed agreements and memoranda covering economic partnership, healthcare, education, green minerals, tourism and agriculture, elevating bilateral relations to a Namibia-China Community with a Shared Future for the New Era.
13 July 2026 · Informanté →
China received N$3.1 billion (25.2%) of Namibia's exports in May 2026, overtaking South Africa's 18.7% share for the first time in decades. The shift coincides with President Nandi-Ndaitwah's July 2026 state visit to Beijing, which produced agreements on infrastructure, green hydrogen, agriculture, and market access.
9 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived in Guangzhou for a state visit to China from 5–11 July 2026 at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, to strengthen the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership. The visit includes meetings with senior Chinese leaders and discussions on cooperation in trade, investment, mining, renewable energy, green hydrogen, manufacturing, agriculture, and other areas aligned with Namibia's development priorities.
5 July 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will undertake a State Visit to China from 5 to 11 July 2026 at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, aimed at deepening cooperation in trade, investment, industrialisation and strategic development sectors. The visit will include high-level talks with Chinese leaders and provincial authorities, with discussions focusing on mining, renewable energy, green hydrogen, manufacturing, agriculture and digital innovation.
4 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia will access 100% duty-free entry into the Chinese market from 1 May 2026 under a "Pre-Early Harvest" arrangement. The government says the zero-tariff measure will boost industrialisation, strengthen export growth, and enhance Walvis Bay's role as a regional trade hub.
20 April 2026 · Informanté →
China has announced zero-tariff treatment for imports from 53 African countries beginning May 1, 2026, a policy intended to enhance African exporters' competitiveness, support industrialization, and strengthen China-Africa relations through trade-led development rather than aid-dependent frameworks.
11 March 2026 · New Era →
China will remove tariffs on imports from Namibia and all 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations, effective 1 May, according to an announcement by Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson. The policy expands an existing zero-tariff arrangement that currently covers 33 African countries and forms part of broader efforts to deepen trade and economic cooperation under the China-Africa Cooperation framework.
16 February 2026 · The Namibian →
China's ambassador to Namibia held roundtable talks with local representatives to advance the 2026 China–Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges, with discussions focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas such as development, entrepreneurship, and media exchanges. Namibian visitors to China shared insights on modernisation initiatives and the tangible outcomes of Namibia–China partnership, including housing projects for police officers.
2 February 2026 · New Era →
China's ambassador announced that the country will increase support for Namibians during 2026 China-Africa activities under the theme "Year of People-to-People Exchanges," with 58 key activities planned including agriculture training, technology transfer, and educational exchanges. The initiative aims to strengthen economic, political, and social ties between China and African nations, with the Association of Local Authorities in Namibia welcoming the cooperation on urban planning and development.
30 January 2026 · The Namibian →