特稿｜中国科技为非洲国家发展注入新动能

Group 1 - The Fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo was held in Changsha, Hunan, showcasing China's technological contributions to Africa's development, particularly in agriculture and digital communication [1] - The establishment of the China-Africa Perennial Rice Technology Cooperation Center is part of the outcomes from the China-Africa Cooperation Forum, promoting perennial rice cultivation in countries like Burundi, Uganda, Madagascar, and Mozambique [1] - Perennial rice allows for continuous harvesting after a single planting, significantly reducing agricultural production costs and labor requirements, thus enhancing agricultural efficiency in regions with limited mechanization [2] Group 2 - Chinese companies are increasingly collaborating with African nations to improve information infrastructure, exemplified by the Madagascar Rural Network Project, which aims to enhance communication in remote areas [3] - The Madagascar Rural Network Project will cover 2,340 square kilometers and benefit 165,000 rural residents by providing telephone communication and internet access, facilitating economic activities like mobile payments and online transactions [3] - In Tanzania, a similar rural communication project is underway, utilizing solar energy to reduce operational costs while ensuring network reliability [3] Group 3 - The demand for smart translation devices is growing in the context of China-Africa economic cooperation, particularly for products that support local African languages [4] - The "Africa Pass" portable translation device, developed by Hunan Transn Technology Co., can translate 144 languages and is designed to facilitate communication in infrastructure and agricultural projects [4] - The device's low energy consumption and adaptability to African contexts make it a valuable tool for enhancing understanding and cooperation between Chinese enterprises and local communities [4]