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IMF notes Mauritius resilience as Middle East war hits tourism outlook

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Mariana Colacelli visited Mauritius from April 22 to May 4, 2026, to hold discussions for the 2026 Article IV Consultation, with the mission assessment pointing to resilience alongside rising external risks.

IMO urges “maximum caution” as Hormuz incidents rise, Lebanon health system strains

United Nations (UN) maritime officials are urging commercial vessels to exercise “maximum caution” amid claims plus counter-claims of strikes plus confrontations in the Strait of Hormuz involving Iran plus the United States (US).

Namibia tapped as regional fuel hub

Namibia is being positioned as a key fuel distribution hub

China drops tariffs for African nations, excludes eSwatini over Taiwan ties

China has removed tariffs for all African countries

SA Rand flat ahead of manufacturing data, car sales data

SA Rand was flat in early trade on Monday

Egypt raises natural gas prices for industries amid volatile energy prices

Egypt has raised natural gas prices for several energy-intensive industries starting in May, according to a ‌Prime Ministerial decree published on Sunday.

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IMF notes Mauritius resilience as Middle East war hits tourism outlook

IMO urges “maximum caution” as Hormuz incidents rise, Lebanon health system strains

Namibia tapped as regional fuel hub

China drops tariffs for African nations, excludes eSwatini over Taiwan ties

SA Rand flat ahead of manufacturing data, car sales data

Egypt raises natural gas prices for industries amid volatile energy prices

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