Chinese President Xi Jinping holds a group meeting with leaders of 13 African countries on the sidelines of a summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Johannesburg, South Africa, Dec. 4, 2015. [Photo/Xinhua]

Xi praises Africa's rapid development

Xi pointed out that Africa's rapid development is exciting and encouraging and the momentum of the continent's independence is irresistible.

Africa is actively exploring a development path in line with its own conditions and pursuing an African way to address African issues.

The momentum of Africa's rapid development is irresistible, Xi said, noting that African countries are accelerating industrialization and seeking independent and sustainable development.

The momentum of African unity and self-renewal is also irresistible, said the Chinese president, stressing that the continent is speeding up integration process and speaking with one voice on the international stage.