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WHO report reveals progress in tobacco war but gaps remain
The Standard
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Introduction of graphic health warnings on cigarette packets and bans on smoking in public spaces have boosted efforts to reduce tobacco use. [Courtesy] Tobacco control measures are now protecting approximately 75 per cent of the world’s...
6-year-old british boy detained in Mauritius in massive drug bust
Daijiworld News
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Daijiworld Media Network – Port Louis Port Louis, Jun 29: In a shocking case, a six-year-old British boy was detained in Mauritius after customs officers discovered 14 kilograms of cannabis in his suitcase at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam...
Gender gaps in crucial sectors are narrowing in more African countries — report
Independent (Uganda)
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June 29, 2025
More African countries are making progress on gender equality. From Benin to Botswana, new data shows gains in political inclusion, economic participation, and leadership. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | A new report shows many African countries...
Infertility: Experts Urge Media To Escalate Campaign For Behavioural Change
New Telegraph
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June 29, 2025
Health experts and alumni of the Merck Foundation have called on the media to intensify campaigns aimed at modifying behaviours and encouraging lifestyle changes to tackle the high rate of infertility in Africa. Speaking during the Community...
'Inhumane': 6-Year-Old British Boy Detained For 'Smuggling' 14 Kg Of Drugs In Mauritius
News18
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June 29, 2025
Last Updated:June 29, 2025, 07:56 IST The boy was detained alongside a group of seven people, who were allegedly smuggling 161 kg of cannabis worth Rs 18.8 crore in Mauritius. File photo used for representational purposeIn a shocking incident, a...
6-year-old detained in Mauritius with £1.6 million worth of drugs; UK group caught smuggling 161 kg cannabis
The Economic Times
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June 29, 2025
A six-year-old child from the UK was caught up in a suspected international drug smuggling operation after Mauritian authorities seized over 160 kilograms of cannabis from passengers arriving on a flight from London. The total value of the drugs...
Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority appoints new Director
Travel & Tourism News Middle East
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Travel, Tourism & Hospitality June 2025 102 The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) has announced the appointment of Avinash Teelock as its new Director, effective as from 30th May 2025. The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA)...
Mauritius seeks investors for floating power plant to meet energy demand
Channel News Asia
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June 24, 2025
PORT LOUIS :Mauritius is inviting international investors to establish and operate a floating power plant as the Indian Ocean island nation seeks to address its growing energy needs, according to a tender issued by the state-owned Central...
Mauritius Seeks Investors for Floating Power Plant
Offshore Engineer News
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June 24, 2025
Jun 24, 2025 © Adobe Stock/bogdanserban Mauritius is inviting international investors to establish and operate a floating power plant as the Indian Ocean island nation seeks to address its growing energy needs, according to a tender issued by the...
Mauritius is looking for investors to build a floating power plant in order to meet the energy needs
World Energy News - Connecticut
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Mauritius has issued a tender inviting international investors to build and operate a floating energy plant to meet the island's growing energy demands. A request for proposals, seen on Tuesday, showed that the proposed plant would run on heavy...
Media reports Africa to initiate new credit rating organization
MENAFN
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June 16, 2025
(MENAFN) Africa is set to launch its first homegrown credit rating agency, the African Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA), by the end of September, according to a Bloomberg report. Backed by the Africa Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) under the African...
Boy, 6, among Brits detained in Mauritius after £1.6m cannabis haul found in luggage from London Gatwick
Evening Standard
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June 28, 2025
Local media outlet Le Mauricien reported that seven of the suspects have been charged with drug trafficking offences and placed in custody. The adult suspects appeared in Mahebourg court, located on the island’s south-eastern coast, on Monday,...
6-year-old boy detained in £1.6 million drug bust in Mauritius: 'Cannabis hidden inside his bag'
Hindustan Times
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June 28, 2025
A six-year-old British boy was among those detained in a dramatic £1.6 million drug bust in Mauritius, according to a report by The Mirror. The child was intercepted alongside five British adults and one Romanian national at Sir Seewoosagur...
Six-year-old arrested in Mauritius: Cannabis worth
Mint
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June 28, 2025
A six-year-old British boy was arrested in Mauritius after £1.6 million ( ₹18.8 crore) worth of cannabis was found in his luggage. The child arrived with six British adults earlier this week. Officials found 14 kilos of cannabis in the child’s bag...
British boy, 6, 'detained in Mauritius over £1.6m drug smuggling plot'
Birmingham Live
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June 27, 2025
A six year old lad was reportedly among six Brits nicked arrested in a massive £1.6million drug-smuggling operation, according to reports. The group were halted last Sunday at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU), Mauritius' main...
We’re the ones who should be crying – over Reeves’s incompetence
The Conservative Woman
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July 7, 2025
A FEW days ago Britain’s Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, broke down in tears in the House of Commons. Commentary was of course immediate, and has covered a range of reactions. The Prime Minister, who was somewhat typically oblivious as the tears fell,...
Brit boy, 6, 'detained in Mauritius over £1.6m drug smuggling plot'
The Mirror
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June 27, 2025
A six-year-old boy was among six British nationals detained abroad in a huge £1.6million drug-smuggling bust, according to reports. The group were stopped last Sunday at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU), the main international...
President Ramkalawan Commends Spirit Of Sportsmanship At International Boxing Tournament
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) The three-day International Boxing Tournament, jointly organised by Tides Seychelles and the Seychelles Boxing Federation, concluded on Sunday with resounding success, marking a significant moment for the local sporting...
Govt will continue to support fintech industry, says finance minister
CNBC-TV18
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June 18, 2025
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday held a review meeting with fintech firms and assured that the government will continue to support the industry. During an interaction with founders, CEOs and senior leaders of fintech companies,...
Brit boy, 6, arrested in £1.6m smuggling plot after 14kgs of drugs found stuffed in his case when he landed in Mauritius
The Scottish Sun
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June 27, 2025
A SIX-year-old British boy was arrested in Mauritius suspected of smuggling part of a £1.6million dope haul stuffed inside his wheelie case. The lad was picked up by customs officials along with his mum and five other Brits as they arrived on the...