AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWorld Urban Forum in Azerbaijan: Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool toured Baku’s Icherisheher UNESCO-listed heritage sites as WUF13 spotlights how ancient urban planning is being preserved and managed for future generations. Anti-corruption push: Parliament Speaker Alban Bagbin warned that Africa loses about $88.6bn a year to corruption and illicit flows, urging stronger vigilance as new threats include misuse of AI and cybercrime. AI meets jobs debate: A pre-Africa Development Impact Forum session asked whether AI will create inclusive work or disrupt labour markets, with speakers calling for practical, Africa-grounded policies. Mauritius in AfCFTA green trade: Mauritius, with ECA and EDB, held a validation workshop on developing green, circular value chains for Southern Africa under AfCFTA. Digital safety at home: Mauritius Telecom launched my.t protect Parental Control, extending child online protection beyond SIM-level filtering to cover devices more broadly. Travel & lifestyle: Turkish Airlines offers 30% discounted business-class upgrades for Miles&Smiles members on select routes, while June travel tips highlight quieter Mauritius beach time and easier exploring.
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