South African Protests and India South Africa Relations
The unrest in South Africa set off after the imprisonment of former President Jacob Zuma.
The rioting originated in Zuma’s home province of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), where he is serving a 15-month sentence for contempt of court, after failing to appear for a corruption inquiry.
Who is Jacob Zuma?
Jacob Zuma assumed the presidency in 2009. Zuma was once a freedom fighter in the ruling African Natio
The Prime Minister of India’s visits to Ethiopia, Namibia, and Ghana in 2025 have renewed attention on India–Africa economic relations. In the 21st century, this partnership is evolving from one based primarily on historical solidarity to a strategic, economy-driven engagement, shaped by Africa’s demographic expansion and India’s global economic ambitions.
Overview of India–Africa Relations
Africa is emerging as one of the fastest-growing regions in the wo