ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Africa–China economic relations

Okay, kiddo, let's talk about Africa and China's relationship.

China is a big country with lots of people and factories that make things to sell to people all over the world. A long time ago, China didn't have as many places to sell their things, but Africa needed things to buy. So China started to make things that Africa wanted to buy, like clothes, phones, and toys.

Africa liked buying things from China because they were good quality and cost less than things made in other countries. Over time, China and Africa became very good friends and started doing more and more business together.

Now, China and Africa work together in many ways. China helps build roads, bridges, and other things in Africa that make it easier for people to travel and do business. China also invests in African businesses, which helps create jobs and boost the economy. In exchange, Africa sells China lots of natural resources like oil, gold, and diamonds.

Some people worry that China is taking advantage of Africa, but many others say that China and Africa are just helping each other out. As long as they keep working together in a fair and friendly way, both China and Africa can benefit from their strong economic relationship.