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India–Africa

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 world, with its population projected to reach 1.7 billion and consumer spending estimated at USD 6.7 trillion by 2030. In this context, India’s engagement with Africa has become strategic, multidimensional, and future-oriented. India and Africa…

05 February, 2026 South Africa

South African Protests and India South Africa Relations

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 National Congress alongside Nelson Mandela. After years of corruption allegations, and facing a vote of no confidence, Zuma resigned as president in 2018.  Zuma is accused of mass cronyism. Under his…

15 July, 2021 South Africa

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