Chikungunya Travel Alerts: The CDC has confirmed active chikungunya outbreaks affecting Mauritius and Seychelles, with travellers also facing elevated exposure risk in several other countries; health guidance focuses on avoiding mosquito bites using DEET or picaridin and wearing light, loose clothing to cover arms and legs. Telecom Competition in Seychelles: Starlink has officially entered Seychelles’ telecommunications market in a soft launch, giving households and businesses access to satellite broadband and adding a new competitor as regulators stress consumer protection and fair competition. Regional Health Supply Fix: A report highlights a “medical procurement paradox” in SADC—governments spend heavily on medicines, yet shortages persist—while implementation of a pooled procurement system remains slow, despite its promise to improve access and pricing. Island Travel Buzz (Praslin Mention): Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List names Praslin, Seychelles, as a fast-rising nature-lover destination, reflecting a surge in island searches and social media interest. Electricity Cuts Abroad: Cyprus has started rotating load-shedding in grouped areas to manage supply deficits, underscoring how infrastructure strain can quickly affect daily life. Healthcare Workforce Pressure (Algeria): Two resident doctors died after gruelling on-call shifts, reigniting debate over chronic overwork, understaffing and hospital conditions.