Bambous Courthouse Ransacked: Court Services Move to Rose-Hill
The district courthouse in Bambous was vandalised during the October 12 unrest in Mauritius, forcing all its judicial activities to be relocated to Rose-Hill.
The district courthouse in Bambous, a town in the west of Mauritius, was ransacked during the widespread civil unrest that erupted on October 12, causing significant damage to the facility and disrupting its operations.
As a result of the destruction, court authorities have transferred all judicial activities previously handled at Bambous to the District Court of Rose-Hill, one of the main district courts serving the island's central and western regions. The move ensures that legal proceedings can continue without interruption while the Bambous courthouse is assessed and repaired.
District courts in Mauritius handle a wide range of cases including criminal offences, civil disputes, and preliminary hearings. The Bambous court serves communities across the western part of the island, meaning residents and legal practitioners from that area will now need to travel to Rose-Hill to attend hearings and access court services.
The attack on the courthouse was part of a broader wave of violence and looting that swept across several parts of Mauritius on and after October 12. Shopping centres, vehicles, and public infrastructure were targeted in incidents that prompted the government to impose a curfew, restrict fuel sales, and deploy additional security forces.
Among the sites affected were the Cascavelle Mall in the west and various commercial premises in other districts. Authorities have since arrested more than 90 people in connection with the unrest, including minors, as investigations continue.
The vandalising of a courthouse β a symbol of the state's judicial authority β marks one of the more serious institutional impacts of the disorder. Damage to court premises can delay ongoing cases, disrupt the scheduling of hearings, and create logistical challenges for defendants, lawyers, and witnesses alike.
What this means: If you have a scheduled court appearance or legal matter that was being handled at the Bambous District Court, you will now need to attend proceedings at the Rose-Hill District Court instead. Anyone affected should contact their legal representative or the court administration directly to confirm new hearing dates and locations, as rescheduling may also be necessary depending on the extent of disruption.
Authorities have not yet given a timeline for when the Bambous courthouse is expected to reopen. The full extent of the damage is still being evaluated.
Source: Le Defi Media
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where has the Bambous District Court been relocated after the October 12 unrest?β
Following the ransacking of the Bambous courthouse during the October 12 unrest, all its judicial activities have been transferred to the District Court of Rose-Hill, which serves the central-western region of Mauritius.
What happened during the October 12 unrest in Mauritius?β
On and after October 12, 2025, Mauritius experienced widespread civil unrest involving looting, arson, and vandalism across several districts. Sites targeted included the Cascavelle Mall, commercial premises, and public institutions such as the Bambous courthouse. Over 90 people were arrested, including minors, and the government imposed a curfew to restore order.
Will court cases at Bambous be delayed because of the damage?β
Authorities have moved Bambous court operations to Rose-Hill to minimise disruption, but rescheduling of hearings is possible. Parties with active cases should contact their lawyer or the Rose-Hill District Court administration to confirm updated hearing dates and locations.
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