India Eyes Mining, Infrastructure Growth in South Africa

The South African government’s easing of mining regulations and privatisation of infrastructure presents significant opportunities for Indian businesses, according to Nitin Agrawal, Group Chairman of Oza Holdings, which has interests in mining and manufacturing. Agrawal addressed 36 business leaders from the NPO Young Indians, part of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), during a delegation visit to South Africa under the G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance. Indian Consul General in Johannesburg, Mahesh Kumar, facilitated interactions with local business leaders, government officials, and business school representatives. Highlighting South Africa’s well-established mineral reserves and developed infrastructure, Agrawal said Indian firms can benefit from easier access to mining lice