The Centre for Chinese Studies (CCS) at Stellenbosch University is the leading African research institution for innovative and policy relevant analysis of the relations between China and Africa. It promotes the exchange of knowledge, ideas and experiences between China and Africa.
CCS delivers lectures to academic and business audiences at the Stellenbosch University and other local universities. It hosts visiting academics within the China Forum that provides a platform for discussion and debate on China-Africa related subjects.
The Centre for Chinese Studies has cooperative linkages with key Chinese universities and institutions pursuing both research collaboration and exchange undertakings. It has exchange agreements in place with Xiamen University, the Institute of West Asian & African Studies within the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, the Shanghai Institute for International Studies and Development Research Council.