Visa-free travel updates: Mauritius has published its 2026 list of countries whose citizens can enter without a tourist visa, including 21 African nations (from Angola to Zimbabwe), with the reminder that entry is still decided at the port of entry and some travellers may need e-authorisation. Regional mobility: Norway’s 2026 visa-free list includes only Mauritius and the Seychelles from Africa, while Zambia, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Ethiopia also released their own visa-exemption lists and rules for stays and entry conditions. Culture & faith in Mauritius: A Vatican official visited the Diocese of Port Louis to discuss synodality as “dancing together” with the Holy Spirit, stressing listening, prayer and shared discernment in church leadership. Human stories: A Mauritius-linked jet ski tragedy in Dubai saw a 17-year-old and her 18th-birthday companion; the birthday girl drowned and the other teen was critically injured. Work and inclusion: BRICS adopted a Labour and Employment Ministers’ Declaration in Hyderabad, focusing on social protection, women’s workforce participation and skills—alongside India launching “BRICS CONNECT” for cooperation. Travel business: Klook cofounder Ethan Lin spoke about how the U.S. can help grow Asia’s travel platform, inspired by a difficult Nepal trip.