Is the China Africa relationship mutually beneficial?

South Africa has started preparing to host the BRICS summit next month.

This is a gathering of a political and economic bloc compromised of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. China, in particular, is expected to expand its influence.

Over 30% of all major building projects in Africa are led by Chinese firms while the West makes up just 12%, according to consultancy company, Deloitte.

Africa Daily's Alan Kasujja has been hearing about China’s involvement in both small and large scale business on the continent.