India–Seychelles ties: PM Narendra Modi will visit Seychelles from June 27–29 as Guest of Honour for the Golden Jubilee National Day, with talks planned with President Patrick Herminie and an address to the National Assembly—alongside people-to-people engagements and wider maritime-security cooperation. Regional integration push: SADC is urging member states to speed up the Single African Air Transport Market, use AI, and invest in climate-resilient infrastructure to deepen regional connectivity. SADC Media Awards drive: Mauritius and other member states are being urged to intensify promotion and submissions for the 2026 SADC Media Awards to strengthen a shared regional narrative. Mauritius finance spotlight: A report highlights Mauritius’ role as Africa’s financial gateway, pointing to the Mauritius IFC and VCC structures as tools for cross-border investment. Tourism perks: Mastercard expands Priceless.com to nine African markets including Mauritius, offering curated travel experiences and cardholder benefits. Local relevance: A feature traces dholl puri’s roots in Mauritius, recalling how the dish became a national favourite. Sports culture: Spotify data shows football podcast listening rising across sub-Saharan Africa, with Mauritius up 6%. Education appointment: Ondo State approves Prof. Tomola Obamuyi as Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University.