This podcast episode, "Power Play: South Africa’s Deepening Ties with China and the Global Ripple Effect," analyses South Africa's strengthened relationship with China.  The episode explores the billions of dollars in new agreements between the two nations, focusing on infrastructure, renewable energy, and technology. Concerns are raised regarding potential Western backlash and South Africa's balancing act between superpowers. Finally, the episode positions South Africa's actions within a broader context of shifting African foreign policy and the continent's growing influence on the global stage, highlighting both the potential benefits and risks of increased Chinese involvement in Africa.