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Uteem challenges Bérenger over corruption claims
A simmering dispute within Mauritius's opposition ranks has resurfaced, with MMM parliamentarian Reza Uteem publicly calling out party veter…
Mauritius Press Freedom Under Spotlight
A provocative phrase, 'Kifer bizin per pu koz la verite?' (Why should we fear speaking the truth?), has surfaced in Mauritian public discour…
Ravatomanga Audio Sparks Resignation & Probe
A leaked audio recording that spread rapidly across social media in Mauritius last Friday has now triggered formal legal and political conse…
Ex-Police Chief Joins PMO as Adviser at 75
Ramanooj Gopalsingh, who previously served as Commissioner of Police in Mauritius, has been appointed as an adviser at the Prime Minister's …
PM Meets GOPIO Delegation in Mauritius
The Prime Minister of Mauritius recently welcomed a delegation from the Global Organisation of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO), underscoring…
Mauritius Today: Key Stories in Focus
Every day, Mauritius finds itself at the intersection of complex local and regional developments, and staying informed has never been more i…
Maternity Leave: July Mothers Demand Equal Rights
A growing debate is emerging in Mauritius over the implementation of the government's landmark one-year maternity leave policy, with trade u…
Bar Council Demands Probe Into Gulshan Govind Case
The Mauritius Bar Council has formally called for an independent and impartial investigation following serious allegations that attorney Gul…
Ramgoolam reçoit le ministre saoudien du Hadj
Le Premier ministre Navin Ramgoolam a reçu, ce lundi 14 septembre, le ministre saoudien du Hadj et de l'Omra, le Dr Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rab…
Guerre en Iran : les États-Unis à court de munitions
Même la première puissance militaire mondiale a ses limites. Le Pentagone a reconnu pour la première fois, dans un rapport publié lundi par …
Philippe Brun suspendu du PS pour violence
Le Parti socialiste français a frappé fort mercredi 16 septembre en suspendant l'un de ses propres députés, Philippe Brun, âgé de 34 ans, et…
France : 1,5 md€ contre les violences sexistes
Le Premier ministre français Sébastien Lecornu a dévoilé mardi 15 septembre, dans une tribune publiée par Le Monde, les grandes lignes budgé…
Maurice veut plus de pèlerins au Hadj
Le gouvernement mauricien a officiellement formulé une demande auprès de l'Arabie saoudite pour augmenter significativement le nombre de pèl…
Nita Deerpalsing Launches New Political Party
Nita Deerpalsing, one of Mauritius's most recognisable political figures and a former Member of Parliament under the Labour Party banner, ha…
Belcourt Blasts Govt Over 'List of Scandals'
Patrick Belcourt, leader of the political movement En Avant Moris, has launched a scathing attack on the current Mauritian government, descr…
Diego Garcia: US Base Stirs Fresh Questions
The US military base at Diego Garcia, one of the most strategically significant installations in the Indian Ocean, is once again drawing int…
Lesjongard Hits Back at PM Over Energy Row
Former Mauritian minister Joe Lesjongard has fired back at Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam, accusing him of resorting to panic-driven politic…
Agalega Residents Battle Daily Life Struggles
Life on Agalega, Mauritius's remote outer island located roughly 1,000 kilometres north of the main island, remains a daily battle for its s…
US Warns Citizens: Avoid Travel to Saudi Arabia
The United States government has issued a formal travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid travelling to Saudi Arabia, according to a rep…
DCP Madhow Vows to Serve After NSS Transfer
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Madhow has broken his silence following his unexpected transfer from the National Security Service (NSS)…
Gobin Challenges Supreme Court FCD Jurisdiction
The Eco Deer Park affair has taken a significant legal turn as former Mauritian minister Maneesh Gobin formally challenged the jurisdiction …
The Quiet Power Behind Ramgoolam's Inner Circle
In Mauritian politics, power is rarely exercised solely from the front stage. Behind every major political figure lies a network of advisers…
Joanna Bérenger echoes Paul Bérenger's warnings
In a move that underscores the enduring influence of Mouvement Militant Mauricien (MMM) patriarch Paul Bérenger, his daughter Joanna Bérenge…
Ravatomanga Affair Claims a PM Adviser
The political fallout from the Ravatomanga affair has claimed its first high-profile casualty: a senior adviser to the Prime Minister of Mau…
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.