India's foreign policy towards Africa is based on the principles of non-interference, respect for sovereignty, promotion of economic cooperation, and support for African countries in their efforts to achieve sustainable development.

Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Africa in 1960.

Ghana was the first African country to establish diplomatic relations with India in 1957.

Narendra Modi initiated the 'Look East' policy in 2014.

South Africa is India's largest trading partner in Africa.

South Africa has the largest Indian diaspora in Africa.

Ethiopia is the largest recipient of Indian aid in Africa.

Ethiopia is the largest contributor to the Indian peacekeeping force in Africa.

South Africa is the largest recipient of Indian investments in Africa.

Nigeria is the largest exporter of oil to India in Africa.

South Africa is the largest importer of Indian goods in Africa.

South Africa is the largest recipient of Indian tourists in Africa.

South Africa is the largest contributor to the Indian diaspora in Africa.

Ethiopia is the largest recipient of Indian scholarships in Africa.

Ethiopia is the largest recipient of Indian technical assistance in Africa.