India is deepening its engagement with Africa as President Droupadi Murmu embarks on a six-day visit to Angola and Botswana — the first-ever state visit by an Indian head of state to both nations. The trip highlights India’s growing focus on the Global South and aims to strengthen partnerships in defence, trade, energy, health, and technology. In Angola, President Murmu will attend the nation’s 50th Independence Day celebrations. In Botswana, talks will explore cooperation on investment, including Project Cheetah. The visit underscores India’s expanding strategic, economic, and environmental ties across the African continent.
