A lot more than the first person who answered this question. The Indians that came to SA early this century did not " give the indigenous people religion and made them look to heaven whilst they stole the land beneath them"
Gandhi Accomplished gaining rights for all indians in south Africa.
George Harold Calpin has written: 'Indians of South Africa' -- subject(s): East Indians, East Indians in Africa, South, History, South East Indians in Africa
The question is not valid. No Indians ever built large civilizations in South Africa. While there are South Africans of Indian descent in South Africa, they are historically recent arrivals and are not linked to any civilizations other than the present prevailing western civilization.
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how various religions contribute in promoting peace in south africa
They went to south of Syria to trade and contribute but the Romans were to weak to contribute back to the etruscans. Even the indians were to weak
Jan 9th 1915
As i know, South Africa does not provide visa on Arrival to Indians & Instead to touch the Airport of SA you need to have a valid visa. Otherwise they say you will be fined big and deported back. This is only country that still do not treat Indians at par with World Citizens. When Chinese are given priority why not Indians? Still remembering Gandhi?
Indians began arriving in South Africa in the 1860s, primarily as indentured laborers to work on sugar plantations in Natal. This migration was part of the British colonial effort to address labor shortages after the abolition of slavery. Over the years, many Indians settled permanently, contributing to the social and economic landscape of the country. The Indian community in South Africa has since grown and diversified, with a rich cultural heritage.
They contribute to the economy because they attract tourism.
According to Businessweek, in a report dated February 24, 2012, Sasol produces 40 percent of South Africa's motor fuel.