AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMauritius Health Breakthrough: New research presented at EASD says Mauritius is the first country to reverse the type 2 diabetes epidemic using the WHO-standard 2-hour oral glucose tolerance test, offering hope for global prevention and better measurement. Regional Finance & Credit Data: Africa is set to launch the African Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA) in Port Louis on Oct 7, aiming to improve access to reliable credit information and boost investor confidence; the move follows credit-rating ecosystem discussions in Port Louis. Blue Economy & Ocean Protection: Tanzania hosts COP12 to the Nairobi Convention (Oct 6–9) to push joint action on marine pollution, illegal fishing, climate impacts and coastal ecosystem protection—key for the Western Indian Ocean. Cybersecurity for Mobile Money: Kenya proposes rules forcing mobile money providers to report cyber theft and major breaches immediately, with fines up to KES 1 million or permit risks. Tech for Public Services: ViitorCloud and Carahsoft partner to bring EveryCRED digital trust/identity verification to public sector procurement channels. Green Shipping Policy Gap: A new analysis warns the green shipping transition is outpacing fuel supply and bunkering capacity, with countries like Mauritius flagged as potential beneficiaries. Chagos Deal Delays: Reports highlight ongoing stalls and fears for Chagossians as treaty implementation remains uncertain.
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