Cape launch of a new young Indian professionals network

A NEW network which aims to connect young professionals of Indian origin and Indian nationals was launched this week.

- LILITA GCWABE

RUBY Jaspreet, the Consul General of India in Cape Town, together with Dr Ivan Meyer, at the launch of the Young Indian Professionals Network. | LILITA GCWABE

(LILITA GCWABE)

More than 100 guests gathered at the Raj Hotel in Cape Town to celebrate the official launch of the Young Indian Professionals Network (YIPN).

The Indian Consulate in Cape Town hosted the launch of the new network, which aims to connect young professionals of Indian origin and Indian nationals aged 20 to 40 residing in the Western Cape and Northern Cape provinces.

The initiative provides a platform for networking, discussions, and structured mentorship opportunities tailored for earlyto mid-career professionals.

The concept for the network emerged after approximately 200 individuals signed up via a registration link circulated last November, demonstrating a strong interest in such a forum.

Ruby Jaspreet, the Consul General of India in Cape Town, said the network has an ambitious calendar of events planned for the year.

She said the consulate has reached out to senior business and community leaders, including CEOs and sector specialists, who have agreed to host mentorship sessions and provide guidance to members throughout the year.