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Trump veut renommer le Nouveau-Mexique
Le président des États-Unis, Donald Trump, a relancé la controverse en suggérant de rebaptiser l'État du Nouveau-Mexique en « Nouvelle Améri…
Adrianno's Death Sparks Safety Reform Call
The death of Adrianno has sent shockwaves through Mauritius, prompting activists, legal experts, and civil society to demand that authoritie…
PM Escort Bikes Tender: IRP Rejects Bid Challenge
The Independent Review Panel (IRP) of Mauritius has rejected a formal complaint lodged by a bidder contesting the procurement process for mo…
US Strike Kills Wedding Guests in Iran
A deadly United States airstrike in Iran has shocked the international community after the strike reportedly hit a wedding celebration, resu…
Vigile devant le Parlement pour le Sir Gaëtan
Une veillée aux chandelles est prévue ce lundi devant le Parlement de Maurice. À l'initiative d'Alain Malherbe, ce rassemblement symbolique …
Mauritius and Monaco Forge Diplomatic Ties
Mauritius and Monaco have officially established diplomatic relations, marking a significant milestone in the small island nation's ongoing …
Ramgoolam Faces 27 Questions at Parliament Return
As the Mauritian National Assembly prepares for its new parliamentary session, Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam finds himself at the centre of…
Rodrigues: A Budget Crisis Laid Bare
Johnson Roussety, a prominent political figure in Rodrigues, has issued a stark warning about the island's fiscal health, describing Rodrigu…
Rs 30Bn Oil Deal: No Proof Jugnauth Wrongdoing
As scrutiny intensifies around Mauritius's controversial Rs 30 billion petroleum supply contract, defence counsel Me Gulbul has stepped forw…
US Judge Blocks Visa Ban Affecting 75 Countries
A US federal judge has invalidated a broad immigration visa ban that targeted nationals from 75 countries, delivering a significant legal se…
Targeting Welfare: Defending the Rich?
In a provocative statement that has reignited debate around social policy in Mauritius, political observer Yvan Martial has taken a firm sta…
Ramgoolam: Ex-govt wasted Rs 5bn of public funds
Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam has launched a sharp attack on the previous administration, claiming that its financial mismanagement led to …
UAE Claims Iran Fired Two Missiles at Its Territory
The United Arab Emirates has made a serious allegation, claiming that Iran fired two missiles directed at its territory. The announcement ha…
Judicial Errors in Mauritius: When Justice Fails
In a society built on the rule of law, few failures are more damaging than a miscarriage of justice. In Mauritius, judicial errors, whether …
Ramgoolam Urges Discipline & Civic Unity
Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam has issued a direct appeal to the Mauritian public, urging both institutional rigour and active civic coopera…
Mauritius Nomination Row: Public Wants Answers
A nomination process in Mauritius has come under scrutiny, with citizens and observers calling for official explanations regarding the decis…
Joanna Bérenger Named Opposition Whip
Joanna Bérenger has been officially appointed as the new Opposition Whip in Mauritius's National Assembly, according to a report by Le Défi …
Lesjongard Named PAC President
Joe Lesjongard has been appointed as President of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), one of the most important parliamentary oversight bod…
Trump's Secret Deportation Operation Explained
A dramatic covert operation involving a decoy aircraft and secret coordination has shed new light on how the Trump administration is executi…
Middle East Crisis: Latest Developments
Le Défi Media, one of Mauritius's leading news organisations, has flagged the latest developments emerging from the ongoing crisis in the Mi…
Is Mauritius Ready for Same-Sex Marriage?
The question of same-sex marriage in Mauritius is no longer a distant debate, it is arriving at the nation's doorstep, whether society is pr…
Equal Rights: A Same-Sex Couple Speaks Out
Dans un pays où le débat sur les droits des couples homosexuels reste profondément sensible, Anaïs Grégoire et Anna Louisa Sansfaçon ont cho…
NEF Board Gets Three New Members
The National Empowerment Foundation (NEF), one of Mauritius's key social welfare institutions, has announced three new appointments to its b…
VIPSU : des mutations créent la grogne
Un vent de mécontentement souffle au sein de la Very Important Persons Security Unit (VIPSU), l'unité d'élite chargée de la protection des p…
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.