Mauritius Policy & Governance: A new deep-dive argues the “Mauritian Miracle” rests on discretionary power and weak independent institutions, warning that short-term political convenience is eroding long-term resilience. Regional Diplomacy & Trade: The EU and ESA states (including Mauritius) concluded talks on an enhanced Economic Partnership Agreement, aiming for clearer, more predictable rules and stronger services and digitalisation links. Culture & Heritage: A Port Louis workshop is boosting international recognition for Durban’s indentured labour landmarks, with a roadmap to identify, document and memorialise sites tied to Indian arrivals in KwaZulu-Natal. Sports & Youth: The Rugby Africa Sevens Championship draw puts Nigeria in Pool A with South Africa, Zambia and hosts Mauritius at Cascavelle (June 20–21). Lifestyle & Inclusion: Emirates expanded its “Travel Rehearsal” programme to Zambia to help children with autism practise airport and flight routines. Community & Health: Mauritius’s 2026–2030 National Drug Control Master Plan is praised for harm-reduction intent, but criticised for strained clinics, funding gaps and ongoing criminalisation. Business & Travel: Kuoni ramps up agent training as Africa bookings for 2027 surge, with Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa leading. Global Connections: Mauritian Gen Z athletes reconnect with Indian roots at the first World Yogasana Championships in Ahmedabad.