Ethiopia–Mauritius Connectivity: Ethiopian Airlines has launched direct passenger service between Addis Ababa and Port Louis, with Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool calling it a “strategic breakthrough” for tourism, trade, investment, and Africa’s connectivity. Ethiopia Entry Rules: Ethiopia’s Immigration and Citizenship Service says only Kenya and Djibouti citizens can enter visa-free in 2026; everyone else needs a visa via the official e-visa route. Digital Growth in Ethiopia: Ethio Telecom is partnering with Huawei to expand Ethiopia’s digital ecosystem, including local software development and support for cloud, AI, cybersecurity, IoT, and data centers. Tourism & Inland Economy: Benishangul-Gumuz reports 10,799 tons of fish harvested from Negat Lake (GERD-linked), highlighting new jobs and tourism potential around the reservoir. Regional Travel Updates: Russia’s visa-free list includes only South Africa among African countries for ordinary passports; Hungary’s visa-free access for Africans is limited to Mauritius and Seychelles. Travel Tech Note: Ethiopia requires arriving/transiting passengers to complete an online Traveler’s Health Declaration before arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.