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Uganda took an exciting step to enhance tourism ties with Mauritius by launching its first-ever tourism roadshow in Port Louis. The event, titled “From Paradise to The Pearl,” aims to attract affluent Mauritian tourists by showcasing Uganda’s unique travel experiences, including its rich natural biodiversity and world-renowned gorilla trekking.

Organised by the Uganda High Commission in Dar es Salaam as part of Uganda’s Economic and Commercial Diplomacy program, the two-day roadshow was held at the Hennessy Park Hotel. It sought to position Uganda as a premier leisure destination beyond Mauritius’s traditional luxury beach market by promoting Uganda’s safaris, cultural tourism, and adventure activities.

The roadshow featured immersive virtual reality experiences of iconic attractions such as Murchison Falls and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, allowing attendees to virtually explore Uganda’s landscapes and wildlife. Guests also enjoyed Ugandan coffee and local delicacies like the famous “rolex,” enhancing cultural engagement.

Read the original article here: https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/uganda-launches-inaugural-tourism-roadshow-in-mauritius-to-promote-gorilla-trekking-and-adventure-tourism/

The African Development Bank Group has approved a $22.8 million grant through its African Development Fund to strengthen Mozambique’s rice value chain and boost climate resilience. The Rice Value Chain and Climate Resilience Project (RIVACREP) will benefit 30,000 smallholder farmers across four provinces, focusing on empowering women and youth.

Mozambique produces only 300,000 tons of rice annually—just half of the domestic demand—resulting in heavy reliance on imports, which affects foreign reserves and perpetuates rural poverty. The AfDB-backed initiative seeks to increase rice self-sufficiency from 50% to 75% by 2030 using climate-smart technologies, public-private partnerships, and targeted interventions.

Key project measures include upgrading irrigation systems for 1,000 hectares, building five milling factories, introducing drought- and flood-resistant rice seeds, improving storage facilities, and enhancing soil and water management. About 70% of beneficiaries will be women and 30% youth.

Read the original article here: https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3651069-mega-merger-global-giants-eye-aligned-data-centers-in-40-billion-deal

Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL), a joint venture under the Ministry of Mines, is expanding its international footprint by pursuing mineral assets in Zambia and Chile, announced Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy.

Speaking at the 6th Critical Minerals Blocks Auction Launch, Reddy highlighted India’s commitment to securing critical minerals, noting the government’s USD 4 billion allocation for the National Critical Mineral Mission – four times larger than similar U.S. investments.

KABIL has already secured lithium blocks in Argentina and is actively pursuing partnerships with Japan, Peru, Australia, and the UAE. This expansion aligns with India’s strategy to meet the projected threefold increase in global demand for EV batteries and renewable energy by 2030.

Read the original article here: https://www.outlookbusiness.com/economy-and-policy/critical-minerals-mines-ministrys-kabil-in-talks-with-zambia-other-countries-for-acquisitions