Report

Mapping Chinese Development Assistance in Africa: An Analysis of the Experiences of Cameroon

“This report analyses the linkages between China’s involvement in Cameroon and development in Cameroon. It gives a historical background of China’s relationship with Cameroon which dates back to the 90s. The report describes in detail how Chinese development assistance in Cameroon fits into Cameroon’s development strategy especially with regard to meeting the fast approaching deadline for the MDGs. It analyses the nature and volumes of Chinese development assistance in structure and composition and lists the major projects that china is involved in Cameroon. The report identifies the major areas of the economy that China is involved in and lastly and more importantly the report concludes by giving actionable policy recommendations to both government and civil society as to how best Cameroon can equitably benefit and sustain its relationship with China in the future.”