Cabinet approves signing of the MoU between the India and South Africa for cooperation in Disability Sector

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The Union Cabinet on 15 February approved the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between India and South Africa for cooperation in the 'disability sector'.

An overview of the news

• It aims to encourage cooperation between the Department for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities and South Africa through joint initiatives in the disability sector.

• It will strengthen bilateral relations between India and South Africa.

• This MoU will benefit a large number of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in both the countries, especially those who are in need of modern, scientific, durable, low cost aids and assistive devices.

South Africa

• President: Cyril Ramaphosa

• Capitals: Cape Town (Legislative), Pretoria (Executive), Bloemfontein (Judicial)

• Currency : Rand