Mauritius Digital Governance: Mauritius’ Data Protection Commissioner Drudeisha Madhub says digital identity can’t run in a legal vacuum, urging privacy and cybersecurity to be built in from day one, not treated as paperwork. Indian Ocean Science-to-Policy: Monaco’s Blue Initiative wrapped up a 2022 Indian Ocean mission with 25 Port Louis-developed recommendations, focusing on marine ecosystem protection, fisheries management, human pressures, and stronger regional cooperation. Higher Education & Research Strategy: Mauritius launched a National Strategy for Higher Education, Science and Research (2025–35), aiming to position the sector as a global education hub while tackling quality, skills mismatch, and weak research productivity. Trade & Regional Tech Links: India–Oman CEPA takes effect June 1, granting duty-free access for 98% of Oman’s tariff lines—an update that matters for regional supply chains and services. Africa Finance for Jobs: Africa Jobs Fund launched to mobilise $100M for export manufacturing and international labour mobility, targeting large-scale worker income gains. Health Risk Watch: New research warns chikungunya could expand into temperate regions by 2100 as climate change reshapes mosquito habitats. Carbon Markets in the Region: A Southern Africa alliance on carbon markets and climate finance was launched to help countries capture more value under the Paris Agreement’s Article 6.