Former President Nelson Mandela’s granddaughter Ndileka Mandela called on Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Johannesburg on Thursday.
Mandela’s eldest granddaughter Ndileka is a prominent figure in the social development sector in South Africa. Industries Minister Yashodhara Raje Scindia was also present on the occasion.
Ndileka Mandela was impressed with the work of self-help groups for women empowerment in Madhya Pradesh. She expressed interest in working together with the Government of Madhya Pradesh in the social sector, especially in NGOs in education, healthcare and women empowerment.
Chief Minister Chouhan expressed his desire to display the vibrant South African tribal culture at the Manav Sangrahalaya in Bhopal. Chouhan said that he is extremely keen on strengthening the cultural ties between South Africa and Madhya Pradesh and this is the first step in this direction.
Ajay Gupta, a very prominent industrialist in South Africa, hosted Chouhan and delegation from Madhya Pradesh a networking dinner in Johannesburg. Ajay Gupta heads the Sahara Group in South Africa, which is a well-known name in the information, communication and technology space. The company has also interest in diversified sectors such as mining, energy and media.
The Chief Minister was given a warm welcome with a traditional tribal dance of Africa, performed by a group of African tribals.