US Visa Overhaul for Africa: The U.S. plans to cut visa-processing missions across Africa from nearly 50 to 20 regional hubs, with Port Louis among the selected centres—meaning many applicants may need to travel farther and face higher costs and longer journeys. Mauritius in the Spotlight: The hub list includes Port Louis, alongside Lagos, Nairobi, Johannesburg and others, reshaping how students, tourists and business travellers plan U.S. trips. Digital Asset Insurance Deal: WTW is buying Redefind to expand access to insurance for crypto and digital assets, offering non-custodial, cost-of-recovery coverage for theft or loss. Crypto Payments Infrastructure: Clear Junction partners with Coins.ph to support European payment corridors using named virtual IBANs and access to EUR/GBP rails, with Mauritius mentioned as part of Coins.ph’s client footprint. Property Tax Reality Check: A roundup notes Mauritius is among countries without annual property tax, though other levies may still apply. Local Business & Policy Debate: An interview with Nita Deerpalsing questions Mauritius’ economic model and warns about external shocks, while an opinion piece flags food security risks tied to global crises. Aviation Route Update: Ethiopian Airlines plans flights between Addis Ababa and Port Louis from July 12, boosting tourism and trade links.