Premium Illustration: Ajay Mohanty Discussions for a free-trade agreement (FTA) between India and the five-member South African Customs Union (SACU) nations may begin after the new government takes over in June, two people aware of the matter said. The customs union includes South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Eswatini. After the Lok… Continue reading FTA talks with South African bloc may begin after new govt takes over | Economy & Policy News
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PM Modi, South African Prez review progress in bilateral cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to South African President Cyril Ramaphosa as the two leaders reviewed progress in the bilateral relations between their countries. Modi tweeted, “Pleased to speak with President @CyrilRamaphosa. Reviewed progress in bilateral cooperation as we celebrate 30th anniversary of our diplomatic relations. Look… Continue reading PM Modi, South African Prez review progress in bilateral cooperation
Cheetahs developing thick coats in anticipation of African winter: Experts
The natural process of cheetahs developing thick coats of fur in anticipation of African winter appears to be proving fatal in India’s wet and hot conditions, international experts involved in the Project Cheetah have said. In a report to the government, they suggested interventions such as shaving off the winter coats to deal… Continue reading Cheetahs developing thick coats in anticipation of African winter: Experts
Alphabet owned Google’s dominance sparks South African antitrust crackdown
By Loni Prinsloo Google’s dominance in online search has triggered a regulatory crackdown by South Africa’s antitrust body. The watchdog determined that Alphabet Inc.-owned Google’s search dominance “distorts platform competition” in favor of large market players. It recommended several remedies focused on improving visibility for smaller South African companies in search… Continue reading Alphabet owned Google’s dominance sparks South African antitrust crackdown