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Mauritius and Saudi Arabia Near Deal to Support Local Mosques
Mauritius is on the verge of signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Saudi Arabia that would formalise support for mosques on the i…
STC Mauritius Board Sacked Amid Rs 3.6bn Stabilisation Fund Deficit
Mauritius has taken the unusual step of dismissing the entire board of directors of the State Trading Corporation (STC), the government body…
STC Mauritius Gets New Board With Gilbert Shu as Chairman
Mauritius's State Trading Corporation (STC) has a new board of directors, with Gilbert Shu appointed as chairman and Jayen Chellun named as …
Mauritius Water Crisis: Government Forms Emergency Committee
Mauritius has set up a dedicated Crisis Committee to address the island's ongoing water supply problems, according to a report by Le Défi Me…
STC Board Sacked in Mauritius: Justified or Scapegoating?
The board of the State Trading Corporation (STC), Mauritius's main state body responsible for importing and distributing essential goods suc…
Trilochun Blasts Ramgoolam Over NCA Bill: 'He Takes the People for Fools'
Political commentator and former public official Kailash Trilochun has launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam, accusing h…
Bancoult: 'Chagossian Rights Are Not for Sale' Amid Deal Talks
Olivier Bancoult, the long-standing leader of the Chagossian community, has issued a firm warning to negotiators and governments involved in…
Sherry Singh Questioned by FCC Over Alleged Air Mauritius Anomalies
Sherry Singh, the former Chief Executive Officer of Mauritius Telecom, has been summoned and heard as a witness by the Financial Crimes Comm…
STC Board Sacking: Ex-Member Questions Logic of Decision
The abrupt dismissal of the State Trading Corporation (STC) board has sparked confusion, including among those who sat on it, with a former …
Boolell: 'By Catch' Job Perks Have Always Gone to Party Activists
Agriculture and Agro-Industry Minister Arvin Boolell has openly acknowledged that the controversial practice known as "By Catch", the alloca…
Subron Backs Pension Reform 'By Conviction', But What Did He Say in June?
On Thursday, 1 October, International Day of Older Persons, Mauritius Social Security Minister Ashok Subron stood before an audience at the …
Ramgoolam Safe-House Case: DPP Appeal Set for July 2027
The long-running 'affaire des coffres-forts', the safe-house case involving former Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam, has taken anoth…
STC Board Sacking: Justified Accountability or Political Scapegoating?
The abrupt dismissal of the board of the State Trading Corporation (STC), Mauritius's state-owned body responsible for importing essential c…
Sherry Singh Questioned by FCC in Air Mauritius Investigation
Sherry Singh, the former Chief Executive Officer of Mauritius Telecom, has been called in for questioning by the Financial Crimes Commission…
STC Board Sacking Prompts Labour Congress to Challenge Nomination System
The abrupt dismissal of the board of the State Trading Corporation (STC) has triggered sharp criticism from the Mauritius Labour Congress (M…
STC Board Member Sandesh Kumar Seelochun Dies in Madagascar
Sandesh Kumar Seelochun, a member of the board of the State Trading Corporation (STC) of Mauritius, has passed away in Madagascar, Le Défi M…
Chagos Deal: UK Says Mauritius Has Pledged to Protect Marine Environment
The United Kingdom has publicly stated that Mauritius has made a formal commitment to protect the marine environment of the Chagos Islands, …
Lawyer Warns NCA Bill Lets PM Hire Anyone as Crime Agency Chief
A prominent Mauritian lawyer has raised the alarm over a proposed law that would govern the country's new National Crime Agency (NCA), warni…
Sacked STC Board Member Tengur Calls Out the Body He Sat On
Suttyhudeo Tengur, who until recently served as an independent member of the board of directors of the State Trading Corporation (STC), has …
Mauritius Parliament Debate Turns Focus to National Crime Agency
Mauritius's parliamentary debate session, known locally as "L'heure du débat" or the debate hour, centred on the National Crime Agency (NCA)…
New STC Board of Directors to Be Named Tomorrow in Mauritius
The State Trading Corporation (STC) is set to receive a new board of directors as soon as tomorrow, according to a report by Le Défi Media. …
Sherry Singh Called to Appear Before Mauritius's FCC
Sherry Singh, the former Chief Executive Officer of Mauritius Telecom, has been summoned to appear before the Financial Crimes Commission (F…
Mauritius Pension System: Can the Island Guarantee Dignity in Old Age?
Every year on 1 October, the United Nations marks the International Day of Older Persons, a moment to reflect on how societies care for thei…
Tania Diolle Speaks Out Against Mauritius Fuel Price Hike
Opposition politician Tania Diolle has raised her voice against the Mauritian government's latest decision to increase fuel prices, calling …
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.