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Mauritius is in the news over the UK deal to hand over the Chagos Islands, a move seen as postcolonial justice and strategic shift.

Stories involving Mauritius

Mine Collapse in Congo Kills 40

At least 40 people died and dozens were injured after a mine collapse in Lualaba province, Congo, caused by panic triggered by gunfire from soldiers. The incident occurred despite a ban on access due to heavy rain and landslide risks. Authorities have suspended operations and called for an investigation.

U.S. Moves to Extend AGOA to 2028

The U.S. Congress is considering legislation to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) until 2028, with provisions to liquidate tariffs incurred after September 2025. The bill aims to support U.S.-Africa trade, especially for textile-dependent economies, amid ongoing negotiations and political tensions.