MP Anquetil Presses Ramgoolam on Ex-Minister's Alleged Riot Role
Opposition MP Stéphanie Anquetil has questioned Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam in parliament over the alleged involvement of a former minister in the recent Mauritius riots.
Opposition member of parliament Stéphanie Anquetil has put Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam on the spot in the National Assembly, demanding answers about the alleged role of a former government minister in the riots that recently shook Mauritius.
Anquetil, who sits with the opposition, directed her questions at the Prime Minister after reports emerged suggesting that a former minister may have had some connection to the unrest that broke out across parts of the island. The MP called on Ramgoolam to clarify what the government knows and what steps, if any, are being taken to investigate the matter.
The riots, which erupted in several parts of Mauritius in recent weeks, led to looting, property destruction and a curfew being imposed in affected areas. Security forces were deployed and dozens of people have since been arrested or summoned for questioning by the Central Criminal Investigation Department, known as the CCID.
The alleged involvement of a political figure from a previous administration has added a sharp political dimension to an already tense situation. Anquetil's intervention in parliament signals that the opposition intends to keep pressure on the ruling government to be transparent about who may have played a role in organising or inciting the disorder.
Ramgoolam, who leads the current Labour-led alliance government that came to power in late 2024, has not yet publicly named any former minister in connection with the riots. The identity of the individual referred to in Anquetil's parliamentary question has not been officially confirmed in public records at this stage.
The National Assembly of Mauritius serves as the country's main legislative chamber, and parliamentary questions such as this one are a key tool used by opposition MPs to hold the executive branch accountable. Prime ministers are expected to respond to such questions during dedicated question sessions.
What this means: If a former minister is found to have played a role in instigating or organising the riots, it would represent a serious escalation in the political fallout from the unrest. It could trigger criminal proceedings against a high-profile figure and raise deeper questions about political accountability in Mauritius. For ordinary citizens, it underscores the importance of ongoing investigations by the CCID and other authorities in getting to the full truth about what sparked the violence.
Source: Le Defi Media
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Stéphanie Anquetil and what is her role in Mauritius politics?−
Stéphanie Anquetil is an opposition member of parliament in the Mauritius National Assembly. She has used parliamentary question sessions to press the government, including Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam, for answers on politically sensitive matters such as the alleged involvement of a former minister in the 2024 riots.
What were the Mauritius riots and what has happened since?−
Riots broke out in several parts of Mauritius in 2024, resulting in looting, property damage and a government-imposed curfew. Dozens of suspects have since been arrested or summoned by the CCID (Central Criminal Investigation Department). Investigations are ongoing, and parliamentary scrutiny of the events continues in the National Assembly.
Can a former minister in Mauritius be investigated for involvement in civil unrest?−
Yes. In Mauritius, any individual, including former government ministers, can be investigated and prosecuted by the CCID or other law enforcement bodies if there is evidence of involvement in criminal acts such as inciting or organising riots. The CCID operates under the Mauritius Police Force and handles serious criminal cases.
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