Securities Market Watch (India–Mauritius link): SEBI has launched formal action over alleged manipulation in the BSE Sensex Closing Auction Session on Aug 13, barring Copthall Mauritius Investment and Mansi Share & Stock Broking from market access and ordering disgorgement/impounding of about ₹3.68 crore, after the Sensex saw sharp spikes during the new CAS mechanism. Local Business Impact (Mauritius-facing supply chains): Farmer’s Meat Mariental Abattoir in Namibia is set to permanently close end-September, threatening jobs and collapsing a sheep value chain tied to EU-accredited producers, with exports that also reached SADC markets including Mauritius. Regional Integration (SADC): SADC leaders endorsed a push for industrialisation, infrastructure, agricultural transformation and critical minerals, backing regional trade and economic integration at the 46th summit in Durban. Mauritius–India ties: Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool and India’s High Commissioner Anurag Srivastava marked India’s 80th Independence Day with a reception highlighting the Enhanced Strategic Partnership and new cooperation projects. Finance & Growth (banking): I&M Bank Tanzania crossed the Sh 1 trillion asset mark and is planning to reach the country’s top 10 banks via its Hatua bond and possible acquisitions. Diplomacy & Trade (Horn of Africa): India’s envoy Adarsh Swaika presented credentials to Somalia’s President, signalling expanded cooperation across trade, education and security. Corporate Deals (healthcare): Centella Mauritius Holdings (TPG-backed) is reported to be selling a 7.2% stake in Aster DM Quality Care via a block deal worth about ₹4,780 crore. IPO Buzz (India): Behari Lal Engineering shares jumped after listing, extending strong debut momentum following its IPO.