Prime Minister Narendra Modi has advocated for Africa’s self-reliant growth ahead of the G20 Summit, emphasizing mutual cooperation free from conditional aid. His approach, rooted in the shared history of colonial struggles, seeks to reshape global governance, as exemplified by the African Union’s recent admission to the G20. Modi’s vision promotes sustainable partnerships, with India-Africa bilateral trade nearing USD 100 billion and investments around USD 75 billion. By calling for vigilance against modern dependencies, Modi’s leadership aims to empower developing nations to define their own developmental paths, highlighting a significant shift from traditional aid models to a partnership of equals, fostering trust and shared prosperity among nations of the Global South.