India in South Africa (Consulate General of India, Capetown)

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CGI Cape Town, organised an interaction for Shri Harivansh Narayan Singh, Hon’ble Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, be...
17/09/2026

CGI Cape Town, organised an interaction for Shri Harivansh Narayan Singh, Hon’ble Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, between the Indian community in Cape Town.

The interaction was also attended by Members of Parliament from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.

The programme brought together members of the Indian community, including business leaders, CEOs, community leaders, healthcare professionals, professors and other prominent members, providing an opportunity to interact with the Hon’ble Deputy Chairman and Members of Parliament and exchange views on issues of mutual interest.

The interaction reaffirmed the importance of people-to-people ties between the two countries.

The delegation is in Cape Town to participate in the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Committee CPC) meeting.

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
India in South Africa (High Commission of India, Pretoria)

High Commissioner of India, Mr Prabhat Kumar welcomed Shri Harivansh Narayan Singh, Hon’ble Deputy Chairman of the Rajya...
14/09/2026

High Commissioner of India, Mr Prabhat Kumar welcomed Shri Harivansh Narayan Singh, Hon’ble Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, on his arrival in Cape Town, where he is leading the Indian Parliamentary delegation at the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC).

Hon'ble Deputy Chairman is accompanied by Shri C. Sadanand Master, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, and Shri P.C. Modi, Secretary General, Rajya Sabha.

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
India in South Africa (High Commission of India, Pretoria)

Celebrating Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow The Consulate General of India, Cape Town welcomes you to the celebration ...
10/09/2026

Celebrating Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow

The Consulate General of India, Cape Town welcomes you to the celebration of Ayurveda Day. We will hold a series of talks with Ayurveda experts highlighting Ayurveda’s contribution to health, wellbeing, research and sustainable living.

This year’s Ayurveda Day is being observed under the theme “Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow”, highlighting Ayurveda’s contribution to health, wellbeing, research and sustainable living.

Date: Tuesday, 22 September 2026
Time: 10h00–12h00
Venue: 5 Beaumont Ave, Bel Ombre, Cape Town, 7806

Please note that attendance is limited, and registrations will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. Please use link below to register:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-6WtJTEoXdwPv5MXoGtswszue6fJIMI-7Fll4Nt1--UNuGw/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Consulate General of India, Cape Town, in collaboration with Stellenbosch University, held the “Exploring India-South Af...
23/08/2026

Consulate General of India, Cape Town, in collaboration with Stellenbosch University, held the “Exploring India-South Africa Start-up Ecosystem” event at Stellenbosch.

The event brought together entrepreneurs, start-ups, innovators, professionals, students and stakeholders from India and South Africa to engage on start-up collaboration, innovation and opportunities between the two countries.

The event was opened by High Commissioner Shri Prabhat Kumar, Stellenbosch University Rector Prof. Deresh Ramjugernath and Consul General Ms. Ruby Jaspreet.

The programme featured Mr Sahil Affriya, Founder & CEO of Shiprazor; Mr Aman Singh, Founder of The Venture Studio, creators of Webbie Shop; and Prof Willem Fourie, Director: Policy Innovation Lab, in conversation with Mr Retief Louw, Founder of Cape Codes. They all shared their experiences and encouraged the young participants to find avenues for entrepreneurial ambitions.

The engagement provided a meaningful platform to strengthen linkages between the Indian and South African start-up ecosystems and explore future avenues of collaboration.



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India in South Africa (High Commission of India, Pretoria)
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As South Africa marks the National Women’s Day this month, Consul General Ms. Ruby Jaspreet visited Cooktastic Hub in Ca...
19/08/2026

As South Africa marks the National Women’s Day this month, Consul General Ms. Ruby Jaspreet visited Cooktastic Hub in Cape Town and met with Ms. Arifa Parkar, Chairperson and Director of Cooktastic along with Chef Caley Gray, Head of Culinary Training at Cooktastic.

Cooktastic is a non-profit social enterprise providing skills in culinary training, work-readiness development and job placement support to young people from diverse backgrounds.

Consul General met the team of trainees and appreciated the contribution being made by this women-led team at Cooktastic to train a group that comprised largely of young women aspiring to be chefs.

Ms. Arifa Parker and Chef Caley Gray shared insights into the practical training and mentorship aiming at promoting entrepreneurial growth.

The interaction provided a valuable opportunity to learn about Cooktastic's work in youth empowerment, skills development, entrepreneurship and employment creation especially for women in the Western Cape.

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
India in South Africa (High Commission of India, Pretoria)

Marking the upcoming occasion of Raksha Bandhan, Sisters from Brahmakumaris Cape Town including Sister Raksha and Sister...
18/08/2026

Marking the upcoming occasion of Raksha Bandhan, Sisters from Brahmakumaris Cape Town including Sister Raksha and Sister Nita visited CGI Cape Town. They tied Rakhis to Consul General Ms. Ruby Jaspreet and the Consulate's team as a gesture of goodwill highlighting the values of peace and brotherhood.

The Consulate team offered their appreciation for the contribution of the Brahmakumaris team in fostering Indian values of unity and peace.

They also participated in the Exhibition on history of our National Song being organised at CGI Cape Town to mark 150 years of its Anniversary.

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
India in South Africa (High Commission of India, Pretoria)

Consul General Ms Ruby Jaspreet held an engagement with President of Cape Town Malayali Association, Mr Sabu George. Con...
17/08/2026

Consul General Ms Ruby Jaspreet held an engagement with President of Cape Town Malayali Association, Mr Sabu George. Consulate team members and other representatives of the Association also participated in the meeting.

Discussion included the briefing by Consul General about the future plans for the community and upcoming cultural events. Malayali association also briefed the CGI team about the association's work in the region to promote Indian culture and traditions.

Association members got to know about the history of our National Song, Vande Mataram, by participating in the exhibition organised at CGI, Cape Town marking the 150th Anniversary of the song 🇮🇳

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
India in South Africa (High Commission of India, Pretoria)

Consul General Ms Ruby Jaspreet held a meeting with Mr Sanjay Govan, Chairperson of Cape Hindu Cultural Society and Vice...
17/08/2026

Consul General Ms Ruby Jaspreet held a meeting with Mr Sanjay Govan, Chairperson of Cape Hindu Cultural Society and Vice Chairperson, Ms Maitreyi Rama.

Members of the association were briefed by Consul General on upcoming events being organized by CGI, Cape Town, and discussed avenues of collaboration.

The association members viewed the exhibition organised by the Consulate marking the 150th anniversary of India's national song, Vande Mataram 🇮🇳

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
India in South Africa (High Commission of India, Pretoria)

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