Women Farmers’ Policy Push: Southern Africa’s Rural Women’s Assembly urged governments to put women smallholder farmers at the centre of food and climate policy, citing their role in resilient food systems; delegates from countries including Mauritius attended. EU–ESA Trade Deal: The EU and Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius and Seychelles concluded negotiations on an enhanced Economic Partnership Agreement, aiming for predictable rules and more services and digitalisation opportunities. Labour Mobility to Mauritius: India flagged off 14 skilled workers bound for Mauritius under a government-to-government labour mobility framework, with more candidates processing work permits. Wave Energy for Mauritius Pipeline: France’s Seaturns deployed its full-scale wave energy demonstrator off the Atlantic coast and says results will support certification and a planned 2 MW pilot project in Mauritius. AI Governance Debate: A Mauritius-linked analysis argues African states should not simply copy the EU’s AI regulation model, warning that local needs must shape AI rules. Mining and Forest Loss: A study says industrial mining across Africa drives deforestation at far higher rates than mine sites alone, raising pressure on supply chains. Competition Watch: India’s CCI cleared major deals involving Sanlam Emerging Markets (Mauritius) and sportswear group PUMA, signalling continued cross-border investment activity. Mauritius in the Spotlight: Mauritius also appears in regional rankings and policy discussions, including a new Africa performance index where it ranks near the top.