AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMauritius Aquaculture: Mauritius’ only marine fish farm is producing about 2,500 tonnes of red drum (Sciaenops ocellatus) a year, after a blue-economy push that began in 2002 with partners including France’s Ifremer and stocking in 2005. Heritage & Education: UNESCO-backed work is spotlighting how Mauritius can better turn World Heritage sites into real history learning, with calls for stronger teacher training, better materials, and more heritage skills for young people. Health Research: A new global review on spinal pain highlights how low back and neck pain drive disability and strain healthcare systems across Asia-Pacific, reinforcing the need for structured rehab approaches. Digital Security & Workspaces: Accops and Lithe SD are teaming up to expand secure digital workspace delivery across the Indian Ocean Commission and Rest of Africa, targeting Zero Trust and safer access as cyber threats rise. Payments & Fintech: BluPay launched in Cameroon with a WhatsApp-based cross-border payments service using blockchain and stablecoins, and it already operates in Mauritius. Future-Ready Economies: A study ranks South Africa first and Mauritius second for “future readiness,” citing startup strength, internet access, and human capital.
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