What does a slowing Chinese economy mean for Africa?
Metals, minerals and other commodities are the essential exports of almost all sub-Saharan African countries. But the prices of many have been falling in recent years, as demand - particularly from China - seems to be slowing.
Figures show that the Chinese economy grew by 7.4% last year - an enviable number for the US and Europe, but for China it represented somewhat of a slowdown.
All this is causing some worries in Africa. When your biggest customer no longer wants so many of your products, that can spell trouble.
The 91热爆's Matthew Davies sat down with Zambian economist Dambisa Moyo and asked her just what a slowing Chinese economy means for Africa.
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