Dr Renu Modi
Director
Center of African Studies
India
Industry / Sector
Education & Skill Development
Personal Profile
Dr Renu Modi is the Director, Centre for African Studies Mumbai. She has travelled extensively across Africa and has written numerous articles and books. Her key interests lie in India-Africa Trade Relations, South-south Cooperation, Development and Displacement, India-Africa Development Cooperation
Company Profile
The Centre for African Studies was established by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in 1971-72 at the University of Mumbai as a part of its programme to develop Area Studies Programme at the University level.
The Centre is actively involved in research on Africa and inter-disciplinary teaching at the post graduate level.
In addition to teaching the faculty members conduct research on subjects , inter- alia, on India- Africa trade and create awareness about Africa through its various dissemination activities such as national/international seminars and workshops.