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India launches ambitious $10 billion semiconductor initiative to transform from import-dependent nation to global manufacturing hub by 2035. With strategic partnerships and government backing, the world's most populous country aims to create jobs and reshape the global chip industry. What lessons can South Africa learn from this bold move?
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An extraordinary first for the African continent
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for solidarity to address interconnected global crises, from poverty and hunger to the escalating Middle East conflict. Drawing lessons from India’s human-centric and pragmatic approach under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, South Africa aims to bridge divides on contentious issues such as territorial integrity, digital transformation, and climate change.
The visit was also significant for another reason - Modi’s visit to Nigeria at the invitation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years.
India’s Prime Minister Modi and Brazil’s President Lula reaffirm their commitment to enhancing cooperation in energy, biofuels, and defence during a crucial meeting at the G20 Summit, addressing global challenges like hunger and poverty
Explore how India is rewriting economic history and positioning itself as the world's third-largest economy, following the US and China, through strategic growth initiatives and international relations
The renewable industry faces a skill gap of around 1. 2 million, with demand expected to rise by 26% creating a need for 1. 7 million skilled workers by 2027, according to TeamLease Services, a staffing company, working with industry and government on training.
Join the celebrations this weekend as South Africa marks 164 years since the arrival of Indian indentured workers, featuring a series of events that honour their contributions to the nation.
Join the celebrations this weekend as South Africa marks 164 years since the arrival of Indian indentured workers, featuring a series of events that honour their contributions to the nation.
South Africa could benefit immensely from its BRICS partnership due to the number of economic benefits.
On Tuesday, President Ramaphosa held a bilateral meeting with President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin Residence in Kazan.
The Indian leader told thanked Putin for his strong friendship and praised Russia’s growing cooperation and noted the evolution of BRICS as a strong financial and political block.
The interest by the West – in particular, by the United States and US multinationals – in India and skilled Indian workers remains an under-appreciated phenomenon in South Africa and the African continent, which we have been observing with interest
India’s Consulate-General Dr Thelma John David said as part of cultural exchange and collaboration with South Africa and also for South African Indian youth to keep their culture it was important that they attended yoga and Indian dance.
Leaders globally spoke out against political violence and expressed their support for those affected by Saturday's shooting, which killed one bystander and left two other spectators critically wounded.
New Delhi and Russia have maintained close links since the Cold War, which saw the Kremlin become a key arms provider to the country.
Nearly 100 people were crushed to death at a Hindu religious gathering in northern India on Tuesday, with many others injured during the fatal stampede.
The roof of a terminal building at New Delhi's international airport partially collapsed in heavy rains early on June 28, killing one person, rescuers said.
With the shift towards right-leaning coalitions in India and South Africa, trade will probably become the dominant national interest shaping their foreign policies. This could lead to greater emphasis on creating more enabling environments to attract foreign investment, implying the relaxation of labour laws and further liberalisation of tariffs rather than improving domestic industrialisation capabilities
Indian media reports said Modi could be sworn in as prime minister as early as Friday.
Modi said people had placed their faith in the BJP-led coalition for a third time and it was historic, in his first comments since counting of votes began.
Indian markets are likely to now derate due to higher risk perception, said analysts at brokerage Emkay Global.