Food Security & Health: An opinion piece warns Mauritius is facing worsening food insecurity as global conflicts (including the Iran War) fuel energy and commodity shocks, pushing up prices and deepening poverty—especially affecting children who may skip meals or eat less. Metabolic Health in Mauritius: A local health and lifestyle column highlights “metabolically obese normal weight” (MONW), stressing that people who look slim can still carry dangerous internal fat and insulin risk—urging more movement and strength work beyond just weight checks. Telehealth & Elder Care (Regional lesson): A commentary on SSNIT’s telehealth rollout in Ghana argues that digital health services can fail without matching real-world access, smartphone use, and digital skills among older people. Climate & Rights: A landmark case is being heard by the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights, with civil society asking for states’ duties to protect the climate system—linking climate disasters to health, food, water, and rights. Energy Shock Risk: UNCTAD warns Strait of Hormuz disruptions could raise oil prices sharply, inflating fuel import bills and forcing vulnerable economies to choose between energy costs and public services like healthcare. Local Policy Watch: A Mauritius interview questions whether proposed constitutional and budget reforms will truly protect the public interest, amid concerns about food production, economic resilience, and governance transparency.