AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSocial Stability: Mauritius has lifted its curfew after unrest linked to water shortages and rising living costs. An Oxford Economics analyst described the disruption as temporary, but the protests underline pressures facing households and businesses. African Finance: The African Union launched its new credit-rating agency in Port Louis, aiming to broaden coverage of African governments and companies. Its credibility will depend on transparent, accurate ratings that investors trust. Market Standing: Mauritius ranked second in Africa’s 2026 financial markets index, while leading sub-Saharan Africa in the Global Innovation Index at 50th worldwide. Tax & Investment: Foreign investors are pressing India to clarify how anti-avoidance rules affect tax relief on older Mauritius-linked shareholdings, raising uncertainty over treaty protections. Regional Expansion: Mauritius-based CIEL’s C-Care has acquired Kampala’s Roswell Hospital, expanding its Ugandan network and women’s health services.
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