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Ramgoolam Weighs Terrorism Charges Against Mauritius Rioters
Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam has announced that the government is considering charging participants in the island's recent civil…
Bachoo Vows 'No Mercy' for Those Spreading Fake News About Élodie
Anil Bachoo, a prominent Mauritian politician closely involved in the case of Élodie Thomas, has issued a strong public warning against anyo…
Mauritius Bus Services to Stop at 6 PM on Thursday 15 October
Mauritius' National Land Transport Authority (NLTA) has announced that all bus services across the island will stop running at 6:00 PM on Th…
Mauritius Youth Behaviour Sparks National Debate After Riots
The behaviour of young Mauritians has moved to the centre of public debate following a wave of unrest that prompted curfews, mass arrests, a…
Mauritius Social Unrest: Calm Requires Real Action, Not Words
Mauritius is navigating a fragile moment. Following a wave of civil unrest that has included rioting, looting, curfew enforcement, and wides…
Over 2,000 Palestinian Children Detained by Israeli Forces Since October 2023
More than 2,000 Palestinian children have been detained by Israeli military forces since October 2023, according to figures reported by Le D…
Mauritius Riots: Anger Is Valid, But Burning Streets Solves Nothing
Mauritius is in the grip of a moment of collective anger. Streets have been set alight, shops looted, and a curfew imposed across parts of t…
Is Mauritius's FCC Director-General Legally Qualified for the Job?
The appointment of the Director-General of Mauritius's Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) has sparked a legal debate that cuts to the heart o…
Mauritius Curfew Explained: Hours, Zones, Exemptions and Fines
Mauritius is currently under a curfew imposed by authorities in response to civil unrest that has swept parts of the island. For residents, …
Mauritius Curfew Extended to Friday and Expanded to Two New Areas
The Mauritian Cabinet has decided to extend the national curfew until Friday morning and to widen its geographic scope to cover two addition…
Mauritius Curfew Extended: Hours Remain 8:30 PM to 5 AM
Mauritius authorities have confirmed that the overnight curfew remains in force, with restrictions applying from 8:30 PM to 5:00 AM. The ann…
Mauritius May Lower Age of Criminal Detention to 12 Amid Unrest
The Mauritian government is weighing a significant change to its juvenile justice laws, with plans to lower the minimum age at which minors …
Mauritius Restricts Fuel Sales in Jerry Cans Amid Unrest
Mauritius has introduced new restrictions on the sale of petrol, diesel and kerosene in jerry cans and other portable containers, according …
Bhadain Urges Young Mauritians to Think Before Acting Amid Unrest
As Mauritius continues to grapple with a wave of civil unrest that has led to curfews, arrests, and widespread property damage, opposition p…
Mauritius Cabinet Extends Curfew for Two More Nights
The Mauritian Cabinet has decided to extend the nighttime curfew for two additional nights, according to a decision reported by Le Defi Medi…
Mauritius Public Buses Resume Service From 5 AM Thursday
Public bus services in Mauritius are set to resume operations from 5:00 AM on Thursday, following a suspension linked to the overnight curfe…
Mauritius Curfew Imposed Wednesday Night From 8:30 PM to 5 AM
Mauritius authorities have announced a curfew running from 8:30 PM on Wednesday to 5:00 AM on Thursday morning, restricting movement across …
How Can Mauritius Restore Calm After Recent Unrest?
Mauritius has been shaken in recent weeks by a wave of social unrest that has raised urgent questions about the country's direction, the sta…
Mauritius LGBTQ+ Group Calls for Calm Amid National Unrest
Mauritius-based LGBTQ+ advocacy organisation the Young Queer Alliance (YQA) has issued a public statement calling for calm, solidarity and m…
Pravind Jugnauth Urges Calm as Riots Grip Mauritius
Former Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth appeared at the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) in Port Louis on Wednesday morning to support his w…
De L'Estrac: 'Division Creates Tensions, Not the Other Way Around'
Jean-Claude de L'Estrac, one of Mauritius's most prominent public intellectuals and former politicians, has spoken out on the social tension…
Pravind Jugnauth Breaks Silence: 'Violence Is Never the Answer'
Former Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth has issued a public statement in response to the wave of civil unrest that has gripped part…
Bishop Durhône: 'Violence Will Not Solve Mauritius's Problems'
As Mauritius grapples with a wave of civil unrest that prompted the government to impose a nationwide curfew, the Roman Catholic Bishop of P…
Mauritius Curfew: Sense of Coordinated Unrest Drove Government's Hand
When the Mauritian government moved swiftly to impose a curfew amid the recent wave of civil unrest, the decision was not taken lightly, nor…
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.