Building Bridges: China’s Growing Role as Infrastructure Financier for Sub-Saharan Africa

China is by far the largest player when it comes to emerging economies that play a role in financing infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa. Both bilateral trade and Chinese FDI in Africa grew about fourfold between 2001 and 2005, as well as official economic assistance. The sectors benefiting most are power and transport. The report provides an overview of these activities, in terms of number and analysis.