AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEnergy & Inflation Watch: Mauritius’ central bank is flagging “imported inflation” risks as energy prices and freight costs stay elevated, warning of knock-on effects on transport, utilities, food processing and services. Shipping Shock in the Indian Ocean: Bunker One says the Iran war has triggered a “tsunami” of bunker demand, with Mauritius and East Africa among the early beneficiaries after routes shifted away from Fujairah and the Persian Gulf. Policy & Cost Pressure Across Africa: South Africa is preparing for possible rate hikes as the Iran-driven inflation impulse feeds through, while other governments boost subsidies and cut taxes to blunt fuel pain. Digital Safety for Minors: Mauritius Telecom launched my.t protect Parental Control, extending its child online protection programme beyond SIM filtering to cover a wider device ecosystem. Trade & Investment Signals: IMEX Frankfurt 2026 opens at record scale, with Mauritius among new exhibitors and more African presence—an upbeat sign for meetings and business travel.
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