Tobacco Regulation Push: Kenya’s Tobacco and Nicotine Tax Coalition is urging Parliament to fast-track the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, warning that vapes and nicotine pouches are spreading into schools and homes. Energy Finance for Mauritius: A major Africa-wide renewables financing problem is being blamed on “sovereign ceiling” credit rules that block funding for clean power projects; only Botswana and Mauritius are currently rated investment-grade. Mauritius Industry Leadership: Former Mauritius president Dr Ameenah Gurib-Fakim has been appointed Chairperson of the African Manufacturers Foundation, aiming to accelerate sustainable industrial growth and skills across Africa. Maritime Trade Ambition: Zanzibar is planning an integrated seaport and free zone at Mangapwani to boost container transhipment and attract major terminal operators. Air Connectivity: Ethiopian Airlines will launch non-stop Addis Ababa–Port Louis flights from July 12, positioning Mauritius as a new Indian Ocean entry point amid Gulf disruption. Shipping Network Update: MSC is shifting some South Asia–Africa transhipment calls from Colombo to Hambantota, with Port Louis appearing in the updated rotation. Local Legal/Justice Watch: A Mauritius-focused debate continues after a Financial Crimes Division decision to stay proceedings in Police v Navinchandra Ramgoolam, raising questions on procedural fairness. Industrial/Tech Links: India’s UPI is now accepted in Mauritius, supporting easier cross-border payments for travellers and retail. Mining Fraud Case: A Mauritius-based company is named in Zimbabwe mining fraud charges involving alleged US$30m asset takeover.