Dar es Salaam. A Glimpse of China has established itself as a leading platform for African audiences seeking a clear and informed understanding of China’s development, culture and modernisation.
Now in its fifth season, the programme offers a detailed portrayal of the country’s progress and the policies shaping daily life, effectively narrowing cultural and information gaps between China and Africa.
Co-produced with the International Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, the series first aired in 2020 with the objective of strengthening media cooperation and promoting people-to-people links between the two regions.
Season Five focuses on China’s advances in technological innovation, rural revitalisation, people-centred development and environmental protection.
Using a “small stories, big picture” narrative approach, the programme presents real-life accounts that demonstrate how national policies affect ordinary citizens, while clearly illustrating the country’s broader development trajectory.
The series is broadcast on StarTimes channels ST Guide E and ST Guide F, as well as on the StarTimes ON streaming platform, reaching millions of viewers across Africa.
Its audience-focused storytelling has enabled the programme to build a strong and consistent viewership over the past five years.
By showcasing development achievements alongside cultural experiences, A Glimpse of China strengthens China–Africa partnership, promotes mutual understanding, deepens cultural exchange and reinforces people-to-people relations, while offering African audiences a clear perspective on China’s role on the global stage.
