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Modified Exhausts Now Carry Rs 10,000 Fine in Mauritius
Drivers and riders in Mauritius who have modified their vehicle's exhaust system are now facing a Rs 10,000 fine under a new law that came i…
Illegal Street Racing in Mauritius Now Fined Up to Rs 100,000
Illegal street racing in Mauritius is now a far more expensive offence. Starting from midnight, drivers caught participating in unauthorised…
Mauritius Fuel Prices Jump 10% After a 30% Cut Was Promised
Mauritians filling up their tanks this week are paying significantly more than they did before the last election, and considerably more than…
Ramgoolam's London Trip: Private Visit or Chagos Talks?
Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam is currently in London, with his office indicating the visit relates to ongoing negotiations over t…
Two New Members Sworn Into Mauritius Equal Opportunities Commission
Mauritius has appointed two new members to its Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC), the independent body responsible for investigating and …
Drink or Drug Driving in Mauritius? Police Can Seize Your Licence on the Spot
Drivers caught under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Mauritius now face the immediate seizure of their driving licence, effective from …
Rs 10,000 Fine for Modified Exhausts Now in Force in Mauritius
Mauritius has introduced a Rs 10,000 fine for drivers caught with modified exhaust systems, with the new rule coming into force at midnight …
CNT Go-Slow: MP Osman Mahomed Demands Answers from Union Leader Reaz Chuttoo
A go-slow industrial action at the CNT (Conseil National du Transport, Mauritius's national land transport regulatory authority) has sparked…
Mauritius Hikes Road Traffic Fines Midnight Tonight
Mauritius is raising the amounts charged for a range of road traffic fines, with the new, increased penalties coming into force at midnight …
US, Russia and China Clash Over Priorities at the UN
The United Nations has once again become the stage for sharp disagreements between the world's most powerful nations, as the United States, …
Jugnauth Calls Fuel Price Hikes 'One of the Biggest Lies' Told to Mauritians
Former Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth has sharply criticised the current government over the surge in fuel prices in Mauritius, calling the…
Jugnauth Refuses to Cooperate With Phone-Tapping Probe, Lawyer Confirms
Former Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth is standing firm in his refusal to cooperate with the ongoing police investigation into ill…
Moustass Leaks: Pravind Jugnauth Questioned Over Spy Tech Scandal
Mauritius's most politically charged investigation in years has reached a critical turning point. The Central Crime Investigation Department…
Mauritius Fuel Prices Up 17 to 23% Since Ramgoolam's Campaign Pledge
When Navin Ramgoolam was campaigning ahead of Mauritius's November 2024 general election, he made a promise that resonated with drivers acro…
The Bheeky Affidavit: What It Means for Mauritius Politics
A sworn affidavit filed by a figure named Nasser Bheeky has sparked intense debate in Mauritius, cutting across social media, legal circles,…
Remove Fuel Taxes and Mauritius Loses Free Bus Rides, Cheap Rice and Gas
A prominent voice in Mauritian public life is pushing back against calls to scrap fuel taxes, warning that doing so would trigger a cascade …
China Marks 77th National Day With Reception in Ébène, Mauritius
The Chinese Embassy in Mauritius held a formal reception at Ébène, the island's modern business and administrative hub, to mark the 77th ann…
CNT Go-Slow Crisis: Minister Mahomed Warns Staff Will Face Consequences
Mauritius's minister responsible for public transport, Mahomed, has issued a firm warning to workers at the CNT, the Central Navigation Comp…
Flacq District Council Flagged for Serious Management Failures
The Flacq District Council, one of Mauritius's five district councils responsible for local governance in the east of the island, has been s…
Ramgoolam Flies to London to Revive Stalled Chagos Talks
Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam has made a trip to London in a bid to restart stalled negotiations over sovereignty of the Chagos I…
MMM at 57: Navarre-Marie Urges Party to Break Free From Nostalgia
The Mouvement Militant Mauricien (MMM), one of Mauritius's oldest and most storied political parties, marked its 57th anniversary on Sunday …
MMM Claims It Will Win the Next General Election in Mauritius
The Mouvement Militant Mauricien (MMM), one of Mauritius's longest-standing opposition parties, has publicly declared that it expects to win…
MMM Anniversary Congress: Navarre-Marie Calls for a Stronger, More Open Party
Arianne Navarre-Marie, a prominent figure within the Mouvement Militant Mauricien (MMM), used the party's anniversary congress to issue a ra…
Rs 21.4 Million Police Shoe Contract Challenged, Then Upheld
A government contract worth Rs 21.4 million for the supply of shoes to the Mauritius Police Force has sparked controversy after being challe…
Frequently Asked Questions
What political system does Mauritius use?−
Mauritius is a parliamentary republic with a Westminster-style system. The National Assembly has 70 members elected every five years. The Prime Minister holds executive power, while the President is head of state with a largely ceremonial role.
When are the next Mauritius general elections?−
General elections in Mauritius are held every five years. The last election was in November 2024. The next is expected in 2029, unless the National Assembly is dissolved early by the Prime Minister.
What are the main political parties in Mauritius?−
The main political parties include the Labour Party, the Militant Socialist Movement (MSM), the Mauritius Militant Movement (MMM), and the Alliance parties that contest elections as coalitions. Politics often centres on economic policy, social welfare, and relations with India, France, and China.
Where does the Mauritius National Assembly sit?−
The National Assembly of Mauritius meets at the Municipal Theatre in Port Louis, which has served as the parliamentary building since independence in 1968.