Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # IAT India-Africa Today ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://indiafricatoday.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://indiafricatoday.com/blog/) - [African Centre of India Strengthens Engagement with West Africa to Boost Trade, Investment and Cultural Ties](https://indiafricatoday.com/african-centre-of-india-strengthens-engagement-with-west-africa-to-boost-trade-investment-and-cultural-ties/) - New Delhi, June 22, 2026 I BY A CORRESPONDENT The African Centre of India has intensified its outreach to West African nations as part of a broader effort to strengthen trade, investment, educational cooperation and cultural exchanges between India and the rapidly growing economies of West Africa. In a significant diplomatic initiative, a delegation from - [“As the World Recalibrates, India Sees Africa as the Next Great Power Center"](https://indiafricatoday.com/as-the-world-recalibrates-india-sees-africa-as-the-next-great-power-center/) - Although the much-anticipated 4th India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) could not be convened due to the Ebola outbreak, it is no longer a setback to the growing momentum of India–Africa relations, asserts Amb. (Retd) A.R GHANASHYAM in an exclusive conversation with Rao Narender Yadav,Director, African Centre of India. Q. How do you see the strategic significance - [Five Decades of Freedom, Four Decades of Friendship: The India–Angola Journey](https://indiafricatoday.com/five-decades-of-freedom-four-decades-of-friendship-the-india-angola-journey/) - Marking Angola’s Golden Jubilee of independence on November 11, the high-level visit of President Droupadi Murmu underscores the expanding and diversified partnerships between the two nations, writes NARENDER YADAV As Angola commemorates 50 years of independence and India and Angola celebrate 40 years of diplomatic relations in 2025, the two nations stand at a historic - [IAFS 2026: Charting the Next Phase of India–Africa Cooperation](https://indiafricatoday.com/iafs-2026-charting-the-next-phase-of-india-africa-cooperation/) - New Delhi / NARENDER YADAV The India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) continues to serve as the central institutional mechanism underpinning relations between India and the African continent. Envisaged as a triennial platform, its continuity has been disrupted over the past decade due to successive global crises, most notably the COVID-19 pandemic. This extended hiatus has created - [From Rubble to Renewal: Sudan’s Strategic Turn Toward India](https://indiafricatoday.com/from-rubble-to-renewal-sudans-strategic-turn-toward-india/) - As Sudan emerges from years of conflict, it is pairing reconstruction with diplomacy. India’s growing role in Khartoum’s post-war strategy signals a shift toward long-term, partnership-driven recovery writes Narender Yadav Emerging from years of devastating conflict, Sudan is recalibrating its diplomatic and economic priorities with reconstruction firmly at the center of its national agenda. As - [India–Africa Media Network: A Timely Step Towards Deeper Strategic Engagement](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-africa-media-network-a-timely-step-towards-deeper-strategic-engagement/) - As India and Africa prepare to deepen engagement through the upcoming India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) 2026, the launch of the India–Africa Media Network by the African Centre of India signals a timely expansion of the partnership beyond traditional diplomacy. New Delhi / IAT Desk The announcement by the African Centre of India to launch an - [India and Africa are Partners in Shaping a Better World : EAM Jaishankar](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-and-africa-are-partners-in-shaping-a-better-world-eam-jaishankar/) - External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar unveiled the logo, theme and website of the IAFS-IV on 23 April 2026 in New Delhi India will host the fourth India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS-IV) on 31 May 2026 in New Delhi in collaboration with the African Union Commission. The IAFS-IV will bring together leaders from across the African - [Envoys from Three African Nations present Credentials to the President of India](https://indiafricatoday.com/envoys-from-three-african-nations-present-credentials-to-the-president-of-india/) - New Delhi, April 23, 2026: In a formal ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, today accepted credentials from newly appointed envoys representing several countries, marking a continued strengthening of India’s diplomatic engagements across Africa. Among those who presented their credentials were H.E. Mrs Emilie Ayaza Mushobekwa, Ambassador of the Democratic - [Africa’s Mango Magic](https://indiafricatoday.com/africas-mango-magic/) - Dive into a juicy whirlwind of taste, texture, and tropical magic as Sonal Pandey unlocks the secrets of African mangoes Who doesn’t love mangoes? We’re all, in one way or another, hopeless mango fans, drawn to their sunshine sweetness, their irresistible aroma, and the sheer joy of that first juicy bite. But just when you - [India and Africa Build a New Bridge Through Healthcare](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-and-africa-build-a-new-bridge-through-healthcare/) - India’s blend of cutting-edge medicine and affordability is drawing patients worldwide. African nations, in particular, are playing a pivotal role in shaping this healthcare corridor, writes SONAL PANDEY “सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः, सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः” May all be happy, may all be free from disease. Rooted in this ancient philosophy of universal well-being, India’s healthcare system - [India's Menstrual Leave Debate: What Zambia Gets Right](https://indiafricatoday.com/indias-menstrual-leave-debate-what-zambia-gets-right/) - Through its decade-old ‘Mother’s Day’ policy, Zambia has set a benchmark for other countries and offers a model worth analysing for women's health and workplace equality, writes ADITI PRASAD Power dynamics in society often works quietly - embedded in everyday norms that shape what bodies can do, where they can go, and what they must - [Gandhi Katha by Dr. Shobhana Radhakrishna in Maputo](https://indiafricatoday.com/gandhi-katha-by-dr-shobhana-radhakrishna-in-maputo/) - Gandhi Katha by Dr. Shobhana Radhakrishna hosted by High Commission of India in Maputo, Mozambique on September 13, 2020. - [African Journalists Engage with ICCR on India’s Cultural Diplomacy](https://indiafricatoday.com/african-journalists-engage-with-iccr-on-indias-cultural-diplomacy/) - A delegation of 27 senior journalists from West and Central Africa and Oceania visited the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) recently as part of a familiarisation programme organised by the XP Division of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The visiting journalists held an interactive session with ICCR Director General K. Nandini Singla and - [PM Modi’s Ethiopia Visit Was Long Awaited — and Why It Matters](https://indiafricatoday.com/pm-modis-ethiopia-visit-was-long-awaited-and-why-it-matters/) - Ethiopia’s rise as a regional power, its nationalist assertion through projects like GERD, and India’s recalibrated Africa strategy have created a moment of convergence. In the aftermath of the landmark Bandung Asian–African Conference of 1955, Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie undertook a three-week visit to India in late 1956, signalling the early warmth and strategic intent - [Animation film from South Africa wins International Award](https://indiafricatoday.com/animation-film-from-south-africa-wins-international-award/) - Ruby & Roach – an animated short film from Johannesburg has won the ‘Best Animation Film’ award at the recently concluded Golden Bee International Children’s Film Festival (GBICFF) in India. The film is about two sale toys “cruelly rejected by the buying public because they are different… plan a daring escape and end up somewhere - [Alliance launched in Africa to fight COVID-19 misinformation](https://indiafricatoday.com/alliance-launched-in-africa-to-fight-covid-19-misinformation/) - WHO has launched a new alliance, the Africa Infodemic Response Alliance (AIRA) to combat misinformation around COVID-19 pandemic in Africa. - [Guinea-Bissau’s 2025 Coup: Why History Keeps Repeating Itself](https://indiafricatoday.com/guinea-bissaus-2025-coup-why-history-keeps-repeating-itself/) - For most Bissau-Guineans, the recent "coup" is neither surprising nor novel. Since independence in 1974, the country’s political trajectory has been shaped by recurrent military intervention. On 26 November, army officers in Guinea-Bissau announced they had assumed “total control” of the country. They suspended the electoral process just as presidential results were expected, closed all - [Social, environmental factors seen behind Africa’s low COVID-19 cases: WHO](https://indiafricatoday.com/social-environmental-factors-seen-behind-africas-low-covid-19-cases/) - COVID-19 transmission in Africa has been marked by relatively fewer infections, which have been on the decline over the past two months - [Actor Chadwick Boseman dies of colon cancer](https://indiafricatoday.com/actor-chadwick-boseman-dies-of-colon-cancer/) - Actor Chadwick Boseman, 43, has passed away due to colon cancer. The actor was struggling with the disease for the past four years since he got diagnosed with it. The actor passed away in his home at Los Angeles with his wife and his family by his side. Boseman became a popular name after he - [Zambian Ambassador visits Akum Drugs to boost supplies](https://indiafricatoday.com/zambian-ambassador-visits-akum-drugs-to-boost-supplies/) - In a bid to stabilize the supply of drugs and medicines in Zambia, a series of meetings have been held between the Ministry of Health, the Zambia High Commission in India, and Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. The immediate objective of the Zambian Government in the short term is to find a long-lasting solution to - [Africa’s Southern Frontier Becomes India’s New Diplomatic Priority](https://indiafricatoday.com/africas-southern-frontier-becomes-indias-new-diplomatic-priority/) - By strategic design New Delhi is elevating Southern Africa as a strategic frontier of its Africa policy Rao Narender Yadav / New Delhi India’s pivot toward southern Africa reflects a growing recognition of the region as a vital hub for India’s energy and mineral security, maritime interests, and global institutional partnerships. The recent state visits - [Sudan: Envoy to India Calls RSF Actions ‘Genocide’; Urges Global Action](https://indiafricatoday.com/sudan-envoy-to-india-calls-rsf-actions-genocide-urges-global-action/) - Ambassador of Sudan to India emphasizes stronger international condemnation of the RSF’s actions and enhancing diplomatic influence in support of peace, reconstruction, and accountability. New Delhi / RAO NARENDER YADAV The Ambassador of Sudan to India, Dr. Mohammed Abdalla Ali Eltom, has condemned the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) for committing large-scale atrocities in Sudan’s Darfur - [India Broadens Arab Outreach: Discussions With Arab League to Boost Cooperation](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-broadens-arab-outreach-discussions-with-arab-league-to-boost-cooperation/) - The Ministry of External Affairs, Secretary (South) Dr. Neena Malhotra chaired a consultation meeting with Arab Ambassadors in New Delhi today. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the meeting discussed efforts to further strengthen cooperation between India and the League of Arab States. The Arab League, officially the League of Arab States, is a regional - [Garba Meets Africa: A Celebration of Rhythm and Friendship](https://indiafricatoday.com/garba-meets-africa-a-celebration-of-rhythm-and-friendship/) - Enthusiastic participation of a large number of African envoys and mission representatives brought vibrancy and warmth to the festival and turned the Garba circles into a lively arena of cross-cultural celebration. Sept 29, 2025 I New Delhi / IAT The sprawling heritage gardens of Sunder Nursery shimmered with lights, music, and laughter from September 26 - [Raila Odinga Passes Away in India, Kenya Mourns a Legend](https://indiafricatoday.com/raila-odinga-passes-away-in-india-kenya-mourns-a-legend/) - New Delhi / IAT Raila Amolo Odinga, Kenya’s veteran opposition leader and former Prime Minister, passed away in India on Wednesday morning while undergoing Ayurvedic treatment in Kerala. He was 80. According to sources, Odinga collapsed during his morning walk within the premises of the Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Hospital and Research Centre in Koothattukulam, near - [Equatorial Guinea and India: From Solidarity to Strategy](https://indiafricatoday.com/equatorial-guinea-and-india-from-solidarity-to-strategy/) - On October 12, Equatorial Guinea commemorates its Independence Day — marking 56 years since the nation emerged from Spanish colonial rule in 1968. As Equatorial Guinea marks its Independence Day today, it offers a timely moment to assess the trajectory of India’s engagement with this small yet strategically significant nation on Africa’s west coast. Often - [From Delhi to Dakar via Instagram: India’s New Soft Power Play](https://indiafricatoday.com/from-delhi-to-dakar-via-instagram-indias-new-soft-power-play/) - Inviting African content creators to India shows how hashtags, vlogs, and reels are becoming tools of modern diplomacy. When the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) extended an invitation to a dynamic cohort of African content creators to visit India in May 2025, it marked far more than a conventional cultural tour. This initiative signaled a - [Egypt’s Ambassador Engages JNU Students in Dialogue on Foreign Policy and Regional Issues](https://indiafricatoday.com/egypts-ambassador-engages-jnu-students-in-dialogue-on-foreign-policy-and-regional-issues/) - New Delhi, September 10 – H.E. Kamel Galal, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to India, hosted a group of students from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) at the embassy premises today for an interactive session on Egypt’s foreign policy, bilateral ties with India, and regional developments in the Middle East. During the exchange, Ambassador - [Ethiopian Mission in India Celebrates Inauguration of the Grand Renaissance Dam and New Year](https://indiafricatoday.com/ethiopian-mission-in-india-celebrates-inauguration-of-the-grand-renaissance-dam-and-new-year/) - New Delhi, September 10: A monumental chapter in African infrastructure opened on September 9 as Ethiopia officially inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), now the continent’s largest hydroelectric project. The GERD, spanning nearly two kilometers across the Blue Nile and towering around 170 meters high, boasts a reservoir capacity of some 74 billion cubic - [Rebuilding Sudan: A Conversation of Hope and Partnership](https://indiafricatoday.com/rebuilding-sudan-a-conversation-of-hope-and-partnership/) - When I met Dr. Mohammed Abdalla Ali Eltom, the Ambassador of Sudan to India, I did not just meet a diplomat — I met a voice carrying the hopes of a nation ready to rise from its trials, writes Rao Narender Yadav, Director, African Centre of India Last week, I had the privilege of meeting - [Delhi University’s African Studies Department Marks 70 Years of Academic Excellence](https://indiafricatoday.com/delhi-universitys-african-studies-department-marks-70-years-of-academic-excellence/) - The year 2025 marks the 70th anniversary of the Department of African Studies at the University of Delhi, South Asia’s oldest and only dedicated African studies center. Established in December 1954 and formally inaugurated on 6 August 1955 by Prime Minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, the department was founded to foster a deeper awareness of Africa - [Vice President of India addresses UNESCO India Africa Hackathon](https://indiafricatoday.com/vice-president-of-india-addresses-unesco-india-africa-hackathon/) - 603 participants from 22 African countries and India participated in the 36 hours nonstop UNESCO India Africa Hackathon The Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar addressed the valedictory session of UNESCO India Africa Hackathon as a Chief Guest at Gautam Buddha University, Uttar Pradesh. Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Anandiben Patel; Union Education & Skill Development - [Business delegation from Mali visits India](https://indiafricatoday.com/business-delegation-from-mali-visits-india/) - A 14-member Malian Business Delegation led by former minister and DG of Sesame Sarl Adama Diarra recently visited India during 18-29 December 2022. The Malian delegation represented various sectors such as mining, constructions, bore-wells, electrical, solar-energy, textiles/fashion, real estate, agri-food, agri-business, printing, papers, computer consumables, scrap processing sectors etc. They held meetings with the Federation - [Foreign Office Consultations held with Uganda and Gabon](https://indiafricatoday.com/foreign-office-consultations-held-with-uganda-and-gabon/) - Ministry of External Affairs recently held Foreign Office Consultations (FOCs) with Uganda and Gabon. Brief highlights are given below: 2nd Foreign Office Consultation between India and Uganda The second round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOCs) between India and Uganda was held on 22 November 2022 in New Delhi. Shri Puneet R Kundal, Joint Secretary (E&SA), - [Ethiopian artists mesmerize audience at Surajkund Mela!](https://indiafricatoday.com/ethiopian-artists-mesmerize-audience-at-surajkund-mela/) - A delegation of 5 artisans and 10-member cultural group from Ethiopia participated in the Surajkund International Crafts Mela, which is being held from February 3 to 19 in Faridabad, Haryana. The Ethiopian cultural group presented a mesmerising ensemble of various traditional dances at the ongoing Mela. The event provides a unique opportunity for Ethiopia to - [Zambia named year 2023 theme country for ICISA](https://indiafricatoday.com/zambia-named-year-2023-theme-country-for-icisa/) - IAT Desk The International Centre for Information Systems and Audit (iCISA) has named the Republic of Zambia as the 2023 Theme Country for its 154th International Training Programme on Auditing in IT Environment” under the aegis of Indian Technical Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme of Ministry of External Affairs of India. On 7th March 2023, Zambia’s - [Zambian Agriculture Minister addresses Global Millet Conference in India](https://indiafricatoday.com/zambian-agriculture-minister-addresses-global-millet-conference-in-india/) - IAT Desk The agriculture minister of Zambia Hon. Reuben Phiri Mtolo, MP, delivered an address at the recently concluded 2023 Global Millets Conference being held at Subramaniam Hall, PUSA in New Delhi, India. In his address, Hon. Mtolo called for more research into the production of millets which he says is key in addressing global - [Bollywood couple Kareena and Saif explore wild Africa with family; shares amazing pics on Insta](https://indiafricatoday.com/bollywood-stars-kareena-and-saif-explore-wild-africa-with-family-shares-amazing-pics-on-insta/) - Bollywood stars Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan with their children, six-year-old Taimur Ali Khan and two-year-old Jehangir Ali Khan, are in Africa, enjoying a family holiday. The Khans have been extensively exploring the wildlife on their trip. Kareena is keeping her fans posted about her trip to Africa sharing frequent updates with her amazing - [Remembering Tewolde Berhan Gebre Egziabher: A champion of biodiversity](https://indiafricatoday.com/remembering-tewolde-berhan-gebre-egziabher-a-champion-of-biodiversity/) - Noted food policy analyst Dr Devinder Sharma from India pays homage to the renowned Ethiopian scientist We lost Dr Tewolde Berhan Gebre Egziabher, from Ethiopia, this week. He died at the age of 83. I am not sure how many of you would have heard of him. And that is why I feel it is - [First national House of Worship opens in Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)](https://indiafricatoday.com/first-national-house-of-worship-opens-in-democratic-republic-of-the-congo-drc/) - More than 2,000 people from across the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), including some special guests from other countries, gathered in Kinshasa for the dedication ceremony of the first national Bahá’í House of Worship in the Bahá’í world, on March 25, 2023. The program included remarks by Mélanie Bangala, a member of the Continental - [Parliamentary Delegation from South Sudan Calls on President Murmu ](https://indiafricatoday.com/parliamentary-delegation-from-south-sudan-calls-on-president-murmu/) - A Parliamentary Delegation from South Sudan, led by the Speaker of the Transitional National Assembly, H.E. Jemma Nunu Kumba called on the President of India, Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on 5th April 2023. Welcoming the delegation to India, the President said that India and South Sudan enjoy cordial and friendly relations. She said that - [Indian External Affairs Minister visits Republic of Uganda and Mozambique](https://indiafricatoday.com/indian-external-affairs-minister-visits-republic-of-uganda-and-mozambique/) - IAT Bureau India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM), Dr. S. Jaishankar, paid an official visit to the Republic of Uganda and the Republic of Mozambique from 10-15 April 2023. He also made a brief stopover in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 13 April 2023. EAM visited Uganda from 10-12 April 2023. In Kampala, EAM called on President - [KAICIID African Fellows explore the magnificent diversity of India](https://indiafricatoday.com/kaiciid-african-fellows-explore-the-magnificent-diversity-of-india/) - By IAT Bureau / New Delhi The sweltering summer of North India was hardly a deterrent for young and determined fellows from Africa, who were here to experience the cultural and religious diversity of India, last week. The visit was part of their training process, under the fellowship they enrolled in King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz - [Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal interacts with 15 Ambassadors from African region](https://indiafricatoday.com/indian-commerce-and-industry-minister-piyush-goyal-interacts-with-15-ambassadors-from-african-region/) - Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, Piyush Goyal hosted fifteen Ambassadors from various countries of the Africa region recently in New Delhi. During the interaction with the Ambassadors, the Minister said that India and Africa share remarkable friendship across decades and have the potential of becoming the - [Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema participates in the African Peace Initiative on Russia and Ukraine](https://indiafricatoday.com/zambian-president-hakainde-hichilema-participates-in-the-african-peace-initiative-on-russia-and-ukraine/) - President of the Republic of Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema, was on an official visit to Ukraine and the Russian Federation recently. During this visit the President met with President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv, and, subsequently, the President met Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on 17th June, 2023. These meetings were part of the African Peace Initiative - [African Student Associations Meet Country Diplomats](https://indiafricatoday.com/african-student-associations-meet-country-diplomats/) - Members of the Association of African Students in India (AASI), led by their President Amb. Faruk U.A, paid a courtesy call on Zambia’s Acting High Commissioner to India, Mrs. Deliwe N. Mumbi. The entourage and Mrs. Mumbi discussed various issues pertaining to the welfare of African students studying in various institutions in India. The Executive - [Ethiopian Embassy participates in Industry Events in Surat](https://indiafricatoday.com/ethiopian-embassy-participates-in-industry-events-in-surat/) - The Embassy of the federal democratic republic of Ethiopia participated in two forums organized by CII Gujarat and South Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Surat City Gujarat. The Embassys delegation led by H. E. Ambassador Bizunesh Meseret, Deputy Head of Mission, attended the 83 Installation Ceremony of the newly elected President and Vice - [Newly appointed Ambassador of Ethiopia to India assumes charge](https://indiafricatoday.com/newly-appointed-ambassador-of-ethiopia-to-india-assumes-charge/) - The Ethiopian Embassy in New Delhi hosted a warm welcome to H.E. Ambassador Demeke Atnafu. It was attended by H.E. Mr. Puneet R. Kundal Joint Secretary of the East and Southern Africa division, and other officials from the Ministry of External Affairs, Dean of the diplomatic corps, African Ambassadors, representatives of Business groups and - [First IIT Campus outside India set up in Zanzibar, Tanzania](https://indiafricatoday.com/first-iit-campus-outside-india-set-up-in-zanzibar-tanzania/) - The first IIT campus to be set up outside India will be in Zanzibar, Tanzania. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for setting up of campus of IIT Madras in Zanzibar- Tanzania was signed between the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India, IIT Madras and Ministry of Education and Vocational Training (MoEVT) Zanzibar- Tanzania on - [Commencement of Visa Services in Liberia](https://indiafricatoday.com/commencement-of-visa-services-in-liberia/) - Ambassador of India, Pradip Kumar Yadav met Foreign Minister of Liberia, H. E. Mr. Dee-Maxwell Saah Kemayah, Sr., on 28th June in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Liberia and discussed bilateral cooperation including the proposed projects. Ambassador also briefed HE Foreign Minister on the commencement of visa services by the Embassy - ["India’s Historical Journey with Africa: Marching Ahead Together”- Exhibition at National Museum](https://indiafricatoday.com/indias-historical-journey-with-africa-marching-ahead-together-exhibition-at-national-museum/) - The Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated every year on 18th July. It is a way to recognize the life and legacy of the global icon and to honour his contributions to the culture of peace and freedom. This year, the Vivekananda International Foundation, in partnership with National Museum and South African High Commission commemorated - [Curtain Raiser event for India-Africa International Millet Conference held at Nairobi, Kenya](https://indiafricatoday.com/curtain-raiser-event-for-india-africa-international-millet-conference-held-at-nairobi-kenya/) - To celebrate the International Year of Millets, Ministry of Agriculture and Famers Welfare, Government of India and the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Government of Kenya will be co-hosting the ‘India-Africa International Millet Conference’ in Kenya with support of International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT). The international conference scheduled for 30-31 - [South-South Cooperation and De–dollarisation: Changing Geo-economic Dynamics](https://indiafricatoday.com/south-south-cooperation-and-de-dollarisation-changing-geo-economic-dynamics/) - Multilateral forums like the BRICS are playing a crucial role in promoting alternative payment systems and bypassing sanctions, thereby reducing reliance on the US dollar writes DHARMENDRA KUMAR Throughout its development, the international system has remained anarchic, complex and characterized by unpredictability (Cudworth and Hobden 2010). However, state actions can be analyzed based on their - [Parliamentary Delegation from Malawi calls on President Murmu](https://indiafricatoday.com/parliamentary-delegation-from-malawi-calls-on-president-murmu/) - A Parliamentary Delegation from Malawi, led by the Speaker of Malawi National Assembly, Rt. Hon. Catherine Gotani Hara called on President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on July 31, 2023. Welcoming the delegation, the President said that India and Malawi share long-standing cordial and friendly relations, and there is immense scope for - [Prime Minister Modi speaks with President of South Africa](https://indiafricatoday.com/prime-minister-modi-speaks-with-president-of-south-africa/) - President Ramaphosa briefs PM on the preparations underway for the BRICS Summit Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with His Excellency, Matemela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa today. The two leaders positively assessed the progress in bilateral cooperation, including in the context of the thirtieth anniversary of establishment - [Indian University signs pact with Tanzanian Agricultural University](https://indiafricatoday.com/indian-university-signs-pact-with-tanzanian-agricultural-university/) - Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU), Hisar, Haryana has recently signed an MoU with Sokoine University of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania to promote research & innovations in agriculture & strengthen economic condition of farmers through cooperation. The agreement was signed by Prof. Raphael T. Chibunda, Vice Chancellor of CCSHAU and College of Agriculture and Sokoine - [First India-Angola Foreign Office Consultations held in Luanda](https://indiafricatoday.com/first-india-angola-foreign-office-consultations-held-in-luanda/) - Inaugural Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and Angola were held in Luanda on 11 August 2023. From Indian side, Sevala Naik Mude, Additional Secretary (Central & West Africa Division) led the delegation and Ambassador Esmeralda Bravo Conde Da Silva Mendonca, Secretary of State, Ministry of Foreign Affairs led Angolan delegation.Both sides carried out a - [India-Ethiopia Bilateral Talks held in Johannesburg](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-ethiopia-bilateral-talks-held-in-johannesburg/) - Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi met H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Republic of Ethiopia, in Johannesburg on 24 August 2023, on the sidelines of the 15th BRICS Summit. Both leaders held productive discussions on key areas including development partnership & capacity building, trade and investment, defence cooperation, ICT, agriculture, skilling - [BRICS can be the voice of Global South : Modi](https://indiafricatoday.com/brics-can-be-the-voice-of-global-south-modi/) - Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue, on 24 August, 2023 in Johannesburg. The meeting saw participation from the guest countries of Africa, Asia and Latin America, along with the leaders of the BRICS countries. During his intervention, Prime Minister called for the BRICS to be the voice of - [G20: African Union makes a Grand Entry in New Delhi](https://indiafricatoday.com/g20-african-union-makes-a-grand-entry-in-new-delhi/) - At the inaugural session of the two-day G-20 Summit in New Delhi, PM Narendra Modi welcomed the 55-nation AU as the new member of the grouping. Welcoming the African Union’s Chairperson Azaly Assoumani to the table of the G-20 leaders, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the inclusion of the African bloc will enhance the effectiveness - [Prime Minister Modi meets President Tinubu of Nigeria during G20 Summit](https://indiafricatoday.com/prime-minister-modi-meets-president-tinubu-of-nigeria-during-g20-summit/) - Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi met Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on 10 September 2023, on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in New Delhi. President Tinubu congratulated Prime Minister on the success of India's G20 Presidency. He also thanked Prime Minister for ensuring the permanent membership of the - [Remembering the life of Zoleka Mandela](https://indiafricatoday.com/remembering-the-life-of-zoleka-mandela/) - A road safety activist, writer and Nelson Mandela's granddaughter - ZOLEKA MANDELA passed away recently after battling with cancer. Anumita Roychowdhury, Executive Director, Centre for Science and Environment, pays her tribute Very sad to hear about the passing away of Zoleka Mandela – the powerful voice on road safety from South Africa. I had met - [Indian Muslim Chamber of Commerce and Industry explores investment in Zambia](https://indiafricatoday.com/indian-muslim-chamber-of-commerce-and-industry-explores-investment-in-zambia/) - A Consortium of investors under the Indian Muslim Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently held a meeting with Acting High Commissioner H.E Deliwe Mumbi to explore investment opportunities in Zambia.The delegation, led by Indian Muslim Chamber of Commerce and Industry Founder/Director Mohammed Dawood Khani, expressed interest in investing in Zambia because of its conducive business - [Big Deal: Ethiopian Airlines places largest-ever order in African history](https://indiafricatoday.com/big-deal-ethiopian-airlines-places-largest-ever-order-in-african-history/) - Ethiopian Airlines, the largest and leading aviation group in Africa, and its longstanding partner Boeing today announced the carrier has agreed to order 11 787 Dreamliner and 20 737 MAX airplanes with an opportunity for 15 and 21 additional jets, respectively. The agreement, signed by Ethiopia’s national carrier at the Dubai Airshow, represents the largest-ever - [Moroccan educators awarded with 'Global Educator Award' in New Delhi](https://indiafricatoday.com/moroccan-educators-awarded-with-global-educator-award-in-new-delhi/) - Moroccan educators El Mahdoun Fatima Zahra and Mohamed Fettah were honored recently at the 2023 Global Teacher Awards in New Delhi. Embassy of Morocco in New Delhi, in its statement said, "Their projects on anti-bullying awareness and digitalizing student performance are an inspiration to teachers worldwide." "El Mahdoun Fatima Zahra and Mohamed Fettah, Moroccan educators, - [Kenyan President William Ruto on three-day visit to India; boosts Economic Ties](https://indiafricatoday.com/kenyan-president-william-ruto-on-three-day-visit-to-india-boosts-economic-ties/) - By a Correspondent / IAT At the invitation of the President of India H.E. Smt. Droupadi Murmu, the President of the Republic of Kenya, H.E. Hon. William Samoei Ruto, PhD, CGH, made a State Visit to India from 4 – 6 December, 2023. He was accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Cabinet Secretaries, senior Government - [Medical Tourism fueling expansion plans of hospitals and service providers](https://indiafricatoday.com/medical-tourism-fueling-expansion-plans-of-hospitals-and-service-providers/) - Medical Tourism continues to be on fast-track in 2023 with Indian hospitals expanding the range of services making it a holistic experience for international patients RAO NARENDER YADAV / New Delhi Medical tourism represents a growing global phenomenon, and India definitely has emerged as a preferred destination for millions. Coming out from the slumber of - [Ambassador Demeke Atnafu meets delegation from Aakash Healthcare](https://indiafricatoday.com/ambassador-demeke-atnafu-meets-delegation-from-aakash-healthcare/) - By A Corrspondent / IAT H.E. Ambassador Demeke Atnafu of Ethiopia recently met a delegation from Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital. The delegation was led by Dr. Aashish Chaudhry, Managing Director of Aakash Healthcare. Both sides explored areas of cooperation and collaboration with higher Hospitals in Ethiopia aimed at providing the latest and efficient specialized - [Ethiopian Ambassador meets IFFCO officials in New Delhi](https://indiafricatoday.com/ethiopian-ambassador-meets-iffco-officials-in-new-delhi/) - Ambassador of Ethiopia to India H.E. Demeke Atnafu met Rakush Kapur, Joint Managing Director; Yogendra Kumar, Marketing Director and Girish Chandra Sharma, Senior Marketing Manager of Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) and discussed business and investment opportunities in Ethiopia with special focus on fertilizers & agro-processing. Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited, also known as - [Kano election controversy: African students in India aired their views](https://indiafricatoday.com/kano-election-controversy-african-students-in-india-aired-their-views/) - By a Correspondent / IAT The current political wrangle in Kano state, between New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and All Progressives Congress (APC), has stirred debates and discussions among African students in India as well. As part of their annual lecture series, a group of African students in Delhi-NCR, organised a discussion about democracy and - [India presents traditional 'Ballams' to Egypt](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-presents-traditional-ballams-to-egypt/) - At a brief function at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 4, 2024, the Secretary to the President, Rajesh Verma presented ‘Ballam’- the President’s Bodyguard Lance - to the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, H.E. Mr Wael Mohamed Awad Hamed. Recently, the Government of Egypt has requested for the lances of PBG which are commonly - [PM Modi meets President of the Republic of Mozambique at Vibrant Gujarat Summit](https://indiafricatoday.com/pm-modi-meets-president-of-the-republic-of-mozambique-at-vibrant-gujarat-summit/) - Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi met H.E. Filipe Jacinto Nyusi, President of the Republic of Mozambique on 9 January 2024 in Gandhinagar during Vibrant Gujarat Summit. Modi expressed his strong commitment to support Mozambique’s development priorities. Both leaders held productive discussions on ways to further bilateral ties, including in the areas of defence, counter - [Ethiopian Embassy at Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2024](https://indiafricatoday.com/ethiopian-embassy-at-vibrant-gujarat-summit-2024/) - The Embassy, in partnership with the Indo-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IACCI), presented business and investment opportunities in Ethiopia at the Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2024 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat State, India, held from January 10-13. Post-presentation, fruitful discussions ensued with business representatives spanning diverse sectors. The event was graced by H.E. Shri Manohar Lal, Chief - [Ambo University of Ethiopia and MRIIRS India signs MoU for Industry-Academic Partnership](https://indiafricatoday.com/ambo-university-of-ethiopia-and-mriirs-india-signs-mou-for-industry-academic-partnership/) - A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed between Ambo University (AU) of Ethiopia and Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) of India. The partnership aims to conduct joint research projects, form industry-academic partnerships, sponsor a research scholar as well as the sharing of knowledge between the two esteemed institutions. The MOU - [Ethiopian Ambassador addresses CII Gujarat State Annual Meeting](https://indiafricatoday.com/ethiopian-ambassador-addresses-cii-gujarat-state-annual-meeting/) - Ambassador of Ethiopia to India Demeke Atnafu was invited as eminent speaker to address the annual meeting of CII Gujarat State. His session focussed on Opportunities in Africa, and he presented about various business and investment opportunities in Ethiopia. While underscoring Ethiopia a preferred destination for investment, he elaborated factors such as conducive economic factors, - [Strengthening Healthcare Collaborations: The Tanzania-India Exchange Initiative](https://indiafricatoday.com/strengthening-healthcare-collaborations-the-tanzania-india-exchange-initiative/) - A delegation of medical staff from Muhimbili National Hospital, Dar es Salaam, visited the Tanzania High Commission in New Delhi to discuss their experience in a 3-month attachment program at BLK-Max Hospital, New Delhi. The delegation, consisting of 9 nurses and one radiography technician, has had the opportunity to immerse themselves in a diverse range - [Ethiopia Showcased Cultural Heritage at Bihar Museum Biennale – 2025](https://indiafricatoday.com/ethiopia-showcased-cultural-heritage-at-bihar-museum-biennale-2025/) - Ethiopia proudly presented its rich historical and artistic heritage at the Bihar Museum Biennale – 2025, in an event co-organised by the Ethiopian Embassy in New Delhi. The vibrant art exhibition offered visitors an immersive glimpse into Ethiopia’s diverse cultural traditions, featuring magnificent artworks and colourful expressions. The showcase also reflected the deep-rooted people-to-people ties, - [Chad Strengthens Economic Ties with India Ahead of “Chad-Connection 2030”](https://indiafricatoday.com/chad-strengthens-economic-ties-with-india-ahead-of-chad-connection-2030/) - As part of its ongoing mobilization of international partners and in the run-up to the High-Level Round Table on financing the National Development Plan (NDP) “Chad-Connection 2030,” the Embassy of the Republic of Chad in India has intensified its outreach to Indian economic stakeholders to promote funding and partnerships for strategic projects. In collaboration with - [South Sudanese Diplomats to Attend SSIFS Course in India](https://indiafricatoday.com/south-sudanese-diplomats-to-attend-ssifs-course-in-india/) - The Ambassador of India to South Sudan, H.E. Anil Nautiyal, hosted a pre-departure dinner and briefing for ten South Sudanese diplomats who will be attending a special training course at the Sushma Swaraj Institute of Foreign Service (SSIFS) in New Delhi, scheduled from August 4 to 13, 2025. This marks the first Special Course at - [Strings of the Soul: Moroccan-Andalusian Melodies Enchant New Delhi](https://indiafricatoday.com/strings-of-the-soul-moroccan-andalusian-melodies-enchant-new-delhi/) - In a celebration steeped in cultural exuberance, the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco presented an unforgettable evening of Moroccan-Andalusian music and symphonic fusion on July 28, 2025 at Sathya Sai Auditorium in New Delhi. Held on the occasion of the 26th anniversary of the enthronement of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco, the - [African Centre of India Calls on the Ambassador of Kingdom of Morocco](https://indiafricatoday.com/african-centre-of-india-calls-on-the-ambassador-of-kingdom-of-morocco/) - The African Centre of India (ACoI) recently held wide-ranging discussions with His Excellency Mr. Mohamed Maliki, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to India. The leadership team of the African Centre, comprising Rao Narender Yadav and Gaurav Gautam, called on the Ambassador to explore avenues for deeper cultural connect and people-to-people to engagement. Ambassador Maliki - [India’s Historic Diplomatic Outreach to Ghana](https://indiafricatoday.com/indias-historic-diplomatic-outreach-to-ghana/) - PM Modi’s visit could result in developing an ambitious yet realistic blueprint for future collaborations with Africa Rao Narender Yadav We face neither East nor West; we face forward,” once said Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first Prime Minister and later President, widely hailed as the Osagyefo – which means "redeemer" in the Akan language, who was - [Mandela’s Legacy and India’s Africa Policy: A Shared Pursuit of Dignity](https://indiafricatoday.com/mandelas-legacy-and-indias-africa-policy-a-shared-pursuit-of-dignity/) - India and Africa journey together on a road paved with trust and friendship — shaped by centuries of shared history, strengthened by mutual respect, and guided by Mandela’s enduring dream of a just, peaceful, and compassionate world. It is a partnership rooted in the struggles for freedom, nurtured through solidarity, and now rising on the - [From Tanzania to India : The man who gave us the beloved ‘DON’](https://indiafricatoday.com/from-tanzania-to-india-the-man-who-gave-us-the-beloved-don/) - Chandra Barot had a remarkable journey - from an East African banker to the director of Bollywood's cult classic DON (1978). He passed away on July 20, 2025 leaving behind a timeless cinematic gift for all of us RAO NARENDER YADAV Don was a childhood favourite—and continues to be so even now. It’s a film - [Uncomfortable Truths and Enduring Courage: Mandela Remembered](https://indiafricatoday.com/uncomfortable-truths-and-enduring-courage-mandela-remembered/) - At a time when it feels easier to choose vengeance over reconciliation, and division over dialogue, Mandela’s life reminds us that peace is not passive, and justice is not optional RAO NARENDER YADAV In a world teetering on the edge— where violence scorches Gaza, war grinds on in Ukraine, and there is a rising tide - [Why I Chose to Become a Cultural Ambassador of Africa in India](https://indiafricatoday.com/why-i-chose-to-become-a-cultural-ambassador-of-africa-in-india/) - RAO NARENDER YADAV We need to see Africa in India—not just as a partner in diplomacy or business, but also as a vibrant and diverse cultural identity that deserves to be seen, heard, and celebrated As I stepped out of the Africa Day celebration in New Delhi on May 28, still carrying the rhythm of - [Reconnecting the Skies: What SAA’s Re-entry Means for India](https://indiafricatoday.com/reconnecting-the-skies-what-saas-re-entry-means-for-india/) - The Acting High Commissioner, Embassy of South Africa to India, Mr Cedrick Crowley recently with the Group CEO of South African Airways (SAA), Prof John Lamola and the Chief Commercial Officer, Mr Tebogo Tsimane, to discuss the re-entry of SAA into India. The re-introduction of a direct flight between South Africa and India will have - [All-party Indian delegation visits South-Africa](https://indiafricatoday.com/all-party-indian-delegation-visits-south-africa/) - The All-party Indian delegation was on a visit to South Africa from May 27-29, 2025, following Operation Sindoor, and held interactions with South African interlocutors in Johannesburg and Pretoria on 29th May, 2025. The All-party delegation led by Hon’ble MP, Ms. Supriya Sule engaged with the leaders of African National Congress (ANC) of South Africa - [Noida International University unveils Scholarship Programme for African students](https://indiafricatoday.com/noida-international-university-unveils-scholarship-programme-for-african-students/) - Noida International University recently held a meeting with Deputy High Commissioner of Zambia in India Deliwe Mumbi at which university Director for International Relations, Sudhir Pandey, revealed that his institution is offering scholarships to international students for training in various fields.Pandey said the decision is in line with the university’s deliberate efforts of ensuring that - [India-Mauritius: President Murmu's maiden State Visit boost diplomatic and cultural ties](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-mauritius-president-murmus-maiden-state-visit-boost-diplomatic-and-cultural-ties/) - The President of India, Droupadi Murmu recently concluded her first state visit to Mauritius. She had reached Mauritius on March 11 and was received by the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth along with members of his Cabinet and senior Mauritian dignitaries at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport upon arrival with full state honours. - [Niger, Senegal, Ivory Coast, DRC and Rwanda to be the growth drivers in 2024: ECA report](https://indiafricatoday.com/niger-senegal-ivory-coast-drc-and-rwanda-to-be-the-growth-drivers-in-2024-eca-report/) - African countries are predicted to dominate the world’s top 10 highest growing economies in 2024, according to a report on Recent Economic and Social Developments in Africa by the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). The most notable growth drivers in Africa in 2024 will be Niger, Senegal, Ivory Coast, DRC and Rwanda. Adam Elhiraika, Director, - [Judith Suminwa Tuluka appointed Congo's first female Prime Minister](https://indiafricatoday.com/judith-suminwa-tuluka-appointed-congos-first-female-prime-minister/) - The Democratic Republic of Congo has appointed Judith Suminwa Tuluka as the country's Prime Minister. President Felix Tshisekedi on April 1 appointed her as country's first female Prime Minister, fulfilling a campaign promise. She is succeeding ex-PM Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde. Earlier, in 2023, Tuluka was selected as the Planning Minister, making her the third woman - [India sends US$ 1 million flood relief assistance to Kenya](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-sends-us-1-million-flood-relief-assistance-to-kenya/) - Government of India is extending humanitarian assistance to the Government of Kenya in the wake of devastation caused by the floods that have hit the country. 38 out of 47 counties, have been affected. An estimated 267 people have died, 188 injured and over 2,80,000 displaced. A relief consignment is being airlifted today on an - [EgyptAir's 92nd-anniversary celebrations in New Delhi](https://indiafricatoday.com/egyptairs-92nd-anniversary-celebrations-in-new-delhi/) - EgyptAir celebrated its ninety-second anniversary recently, marking the establishment of the company in 1932 as the first airline in Africa and the Middle East. In conjunction with EgyptAir's 92nd-anniversary celebration, the airline's New Delhi office organized a grand celebration in the presence of many top tourism agents in India. A detailed presentation was also shown on - [Invest in Ethiopian Health Sector: Ambassador Atnafu](https://indiafricatoday.com/invest-in-ethiopian-health-sector-ambassador-atnafu/) - Ambassador of Ethiopia to India, Demeke Atnafu addressed the Inaugural Convention for Medical Tourism in India, being invited as a panelist at the Panel Discussion on India-Africa Healthcare Cooperation Program, on 10th May 2024, in Greater Noida. Highlighting the long-standing historic ties and many commonalities Africa shares with India, he underlined that India plays a - [School Students Interact with Egyptian Diplomats](https://indiafricatoday.com/school-students-interacts-with-egyptian-diplomats/) - On 15th May 2024, the Embassy of Egypt hosted a group of students from the Doon Valley Public School in New Delhi. The purpose of the visit was to give the students information about Egypt’s culture and civilization. It was also an opportunity to discuss the long history of friendly relations between Egypt and India. - [South African rural women to become ‘Solar Mamas’ in India](https://indiafricatoday.com/south-african-rural-women-to-become-solar-mamas-in-india/) - A delegation of 22 South African women from the North-West, Free State and Limpopo Provinces, who are attending the Solar Mamas training programme, reached India recently. Accompanying the group were also senior government officials from both national as well as the provinces of Free State and North-West. The training programme, which will run until the - [Afro-Asian Entrepreneurs Conference 2024 to be held in New Delhi](https://indiafricatoday.com/afro-asian-entrepreneurs-conference-2024-to-be-held-in-new-delhi/) - Transcending geographical boundaries and cultural differences, the Conference, to be held on July 6, will bring together creative minds from across Africa and Asia The Afro-Asian Entrepreneurs Conference 2024 is poised to be a significant event designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and economic growth among entrepreneurs from Africa and Asia. The conference serves as a - [Celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations between India and Zambia](https://indiafricatoday.com/celebrating-60-years-of-diplomatic-relations-between-india-and-zambia/) - Commemorating 60 years of diplomatic relations between India and Zambia, a logo was unveiled by Ms. Etambuyu Anamela Gundersen, Permanent Secretary International Relations and Cooperation and His Excellency Ashok Kumar, High Commissioner of the Republic of India accredited to Zambia, during a ceremony organised by the Mission on 11th June, 2024, in Lusaka. In her - [Afro-Asian Entrepreneurs' Conference 2024 brings together Innovators and Global Mentors](https://indiafricatoday.com/afro-asian-entrepreneurs-conference-2024-brings-together-innovators-and-global-mentors/) - The participation of a diverse cohort of delegates at the upcoming Afro-Asian Entrepreneurs' Conference on July 6 exemplifies the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. The Afro-Asian Entrepreneur's Conference, scheduled for July 6th, 2024, is a pivotal gathering that celebrates and champions diversity, innovation, and collaboration across two vibrant continents. Serving as a beacon of - [Innovation and Collaboration Shine at Afro-Asian Entrepreneur’s Summit 2024](https://indiafricatoday.com/innovation-and-collaboration-shine-at-afro-asian-entrepreneurs-summit-2024/) - By bringing together diverse stakeholders with a shared vision of business excellence and global impact, the Afro-Asian Entrepreneur's conference not only empowered entrepreneurs to scale up their businesses but also fostered a spirit of collaboration and innovation that transcends borders. The recently concluded Afro-Asian Entrepreneur’s conference emerged as a pivotal gathering that transcended geographical boundaries - [Brig Gen Kevin Moonsamy visits Springdales School](https://indiafricatoday.com/brig-gen-kevin-moonsamy-visits-springdales-school/) - Brig Gen Kevin Moonsamy from the South African High Commission, New Delhi was the guest of honour at Springdales School, Pusa Road for the Nelson Mandela Day and Diversity Week Valedictory programme held on 18 July 2024. The decorated officer also delivered the keynote address and gave the students an inspiring message. - [4th India Zambia Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) held in Lusaka](https://indiafricatoday.com/4th-india-zambia-foreign-office-consultations-foc-held-in-lusaka/) - The 4th Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and Zambia were held in Lusaka on 8th August, 2024. The Indian side was led by Puneet R. Kundal, Additional Secretary (East and Southern Africa), Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India and the Zambian side was led by Etambuyu Anamela Gundersen, Permanent Secretary, Ministry - [India sends Humanitarian Assistance to Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-sends-humanitarian-assistance-to-malawi-zambia-and-zimbabwe/) - The Government of India has extended humanitarian assistance to the Government and people of the Republic of Malawi, Government and people of the Republic of Zambia and Government and people of the Republic of Zimbabwe to address the food deficit which has occurred due to severe drought caused by El Nino phenomenon. Shipments of food - [Embassy Celebrates Ethiopian New Year in New Delhi](https://indiafricatoday.com/embassy-celebrates-ethiopian-new-year-in-new-delhi/) - The Embassy joyfully celebrated Ethiopian New Year with a grand event held on September 10, 2024 at the Embassy premises. The event was graced by H.E. Shri Mayank Singh Joint Secretary of the East and Southern Africa division and other officials from the Ministry of External Affairs of India, Dean of African Heads of Mission - [6th Session of India-Egypt Joint Trade Committee (JTC) held successfully in New Delhi](https://indiafricatoday.com/6th-session-of-india-egypt-joint-trade-committee-jtc-held-successfully-in-new-delhi/) - The sixth Session of India-Egypt Joint Trade Committee (JTC) was held in New Delhi from 16th to 17th September 2024 under the co-chairpersonship of Economic Adviser, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, Ms. Priya P. Nair and Deputy Minister of Investment & Foreign Trade and Chairman of the Egyptian Commercial - [Africa’s First Airbus A350-1000 Lands in Addis Ababa](https://indiafricatoday.com/africas-first-airbus-a350-1000-lands-in-addis-ababa/) - Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa announces the arrival of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000. This significant milestone was celebrated in a grand ceremony attended by government officials, ambassadors, diplomats, and esteemed representatives from Airbus and Thales. The aircraft landed at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, basking in a warm welcome marked by a spectacular - [Boosting India-South Africa Trade and Economic relations](https://indiafricatoday.com/boosting-india-south-africa-trade-and-economic-relations/) - The High Commissioner-designate of South Africa, Prof Anil Sooklal, has bene carrying out extensive meetings and interactive sessions with India industry bodies. Recently, on 14 November, Prof Anil Sooklal had an engagement with captains of industry on Doing Business with South Africa. He was hosted by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry - [Modi conferred with “Grand Commander of the Order of Niger”](https://indiafricatoday.com/modi-conferred-with-grand-commander-of-the-order-of-niger/) - In a ceremony at the State House, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, H.E. Mr. Bola Ahmed Tinubu conferred the national award - "Grand Commander of the Order of Niger” on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for his statesmanship and stellar contribution to fostering India-Nigeria ties. The award citation notes that under Prime - [India has always supported Africa's voice : PM Modi in Nigeria](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-has-always-supported-africas-voice-pm-modi-in-nigeria/) - Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Indian diaspora at an event organized in his honour by the Indian community in Abuja, Nigeria today. The Prime Minister expressed happiness over the grand welcome he received with special warmth and exuberance by the Indian community. He said that the love and friendship received from the community was - [Ethiopia: Land of Origins](https://indiafricatoday.com/ethiopia-land-of-origins/) - [Kenya’s High Commissioner Meets West Bengal Chief Minister at Bengal Global Business Summit](https://indiafricatoday.com/kenyas-high-commissioner-meets-west-bengal-chief-minister-at-bengal-global-business-summit/) - His Excellency Ambassador Peter Munyiri, High Commissioner of the Republic of Kenya to India, paid a courtesy call on the Hon’ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, Smt. Mamata Banerjee, on the sidelines of the 8th edition of the Bengal Global Business Summit (BGBS), held in Kolkata on 5–6 February 2025. During their meeting, Ambassador Munyiri - [India Backs South Africa’s G20 Priorities, Calls for Cooperation-Centric Global Response: Jaishankar](https://indiafricatoday.com/india-backs-south-africas-g20-priorities-calls-for-cooperation-centric-global-response-jaishankar/) - India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar voiced strong support for the priorities set by the South African Presidency at the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg, highlighting their alignment with India’s own focus areas during its 2023 G20 leadership. Speaking at the high-level gathering, Jaishankar urged the G20 to emphasize collaboration over competition in - [FICCI working towards strengthening economic relations with Ethiopia](https://indiafricatoday.com/ficci-working-towards-strengthening-economic-relations-with-ethiopia/) - Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has announced that it will work to strengthen the trade and investment relationship between Ethiopia and India. Ambassador of Ethiopia to India Fesseha Shawel Gebre, had discussions with Harsha Vardhan Agarwal, President of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry Federation. 35 big companies under the federation - [African Centre of India pays a courtesy visit to the Ambassador of Ethiopia](https://indiafricatoday.com/african-centre-of-india-pays-a-courtesy-visit-to-the-ambassador-of-ethiopia/) - India and Ethiopia share a unique bond of friendship, trust and cultural fusion. 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What prompted you to make this film? ON: My mother is from one of the most successful families in Oguta. The man I - [IAT Editor Rao Narender Yadav gets Karmaveer Puraskaar-2019](https://indiafricatoday.com/iat-editor-rao-narender-yadav-gets-karmaveer-puraskaar-2019/) - Editor-in-Chief of India-Africa Today (IAT) Rao Narender Yadav has been conferred with the coveted Karmaveer Puraskar 2019. The award has been instituted by the International Confederation of NGOs (iCONGO) along with the United Nations (UN). Rao has been a relentless crusader towards minimizing the communication deficit and information gap among people. During the last two-decades, as - [Food Historian Ashish Chopra conferred with Karmaveer Puraskaar Jyoti Award 2019](https://indiafricatoday.com/food-historian-ashish-chopra-conferred-with-karmaveer-puraskaar-jyoti-award-2019/) - One of India’s best-known culinary historians and Principal advisor to India-Africa Today (IAT), Dr. Ashish Chopra has been bestowed with Rex Karmaveer Puraskaar Jyoti award. The award has been conferred by iCONGO and the United Nations, and was presented during the last week of November in a glittering ceremony in Delhi-NCR. Dr. Chopra has been tirelessly documenting - [Tanzania best international wildlife destination: Outlook Traveller Award 2020](https://indiafricatoday.com/tanzania-best-international-wildlife-destination-outlook-traveller-award-2020/) - United Republic of Tanzania, the beautiful east African nation has been adjudged as the best international wildlife destination by Outlook Traveller Award 2020. 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