Mauritius Technology & Digital News
Mauritius is positioning itself as a leading African tech and fintech hub. Follow the latest on digital transformation, cybersecurity, startup ecosystems, broadband infrastructure, e-government initiatives, and how technology is reshaping business and daily life in the island republic.
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Mauritius to Launch Online Traffic Fine Payment System Soon
Mauritius is moving closer to launching an online system that will allow motorists to pay traffic fines digitally, according to a report by …
A Night Behind the Scenes of Mauritius's Metro Express
Every evening, as the final Metro Express train pulls into its last stop and passengers step off onto the platform, most people assume the s…
How the Moon Stops Earth From Falling Into Climate Chaos
The Moon is far more than a glowing light in the night sky. Scientists have long understood that Earth's natural satellite plays a critical …
Is Rs 6,000 for 10 Hours of EV Charging Too Steep in Mauritius?
As electric vehicles (EVs) gradually gain traction on Mauritian roads, one practical question is rising alongside them: how much does it act…
Mauritius Hosts African Summit on Women in Technology
Mauritius is hosting an African summit focused on women and technology, positioning the island nation as a key venue for gender-inclusive di…
Meta Shuts Down 3.7 Million Scam Accounts in Singapore Police Deal
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has taken down 3.7 million accounts suspected of being used to run online sca…
Mauritius Plans Mobile Weather Alerts for Cyclones Within Two Years
Mauritius is working on a system that would send automatic weather alerts, including cyclone warnings, directly to residents' mobile phones,…
Trump Wants to Rebrand AI as 'Super Intelligence' and Resist Global Oversight
US President Donald Trump is reportedly pushing to rename artificial intelligence, or at least its most advanced forms, as "super intelligen…
The Mars Robot That Was Built for 90 Days and Lasted 15 Years
When NASA launched its Opportunity rover in 2003, scientists gave it a lifespan of 90 days. What followed was one of the most remarkable sto…
ChatGPT vs Gemini vs Claude: Which AI Assistant Is Right for You?
A few years ago, if you mentioned artificial intelligence to most people, one name came to mind: ChatGPT. Today, the landscape looks very di…
Why Your Keyboard Has Bumps on the F and J Keys
Run your fingertips across a standard keyboard and you'll likely feel two small raised bumps, one on the F key, one on the J key. They're su…
myT Hikes Residential Plans by Rs 25, Subscribers Say They Got No Warning
Mauritius's leading fibre broadband provider myT, operated by Mauritius Telecom, has quietly increased monthly fees on certain residential p…
myT Raises Residential Plan Prices by Rs 25, Customers Say They Weren't Warned
Mauritius's leading internet and television provider myT has increased the price of certain residential subscription plans by Rs 25 per mont…
Mauritius Digital ID Push Raises Urgent Data Privacy Stakes
Mauritius is pushing ahead with digital transformation, but a critical question is emerging alongside it: what happens when the data used to…
Metro Express: Alarming Sound Raises Safety Fears
Staff operating the Metro Express light rail network in Mauritius have raised the alarm after detecting an unusual and unsettling sound eman…
EU Plans Social Media Ban for Under-13s
The European Union has put forward sweeping new proposals to tighten the rules around children's access to social media platforms. Under the…
Tech Giants Push for AI Regulator Amid US Deadlock
Three of the world's most powerful artificial intelligence companies, OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google, are actively working toward the establi…
Zuckerberg Pushes Back on AI Slowdown Calls
Mark Zuckerberg has firmly dismissed calls from critics and regulators urging the technology industry to slow the pace of artificial intelli…
TV Helicopter Crashes in Los Angeles: 3 Dead
A television news helicopter crashed in Los Angeles, claiming the lives of three people on board in an incident that has sent shockwaves thr…
TikTok : moteur de vente pour les PME
Il fut un temps où TikTok rimait avec chorégraphies virales et défis éphémères. Cette époque est révolue. La plateforme s'est métamorphosée …
L'IA peut-elle remplacer les créatifs ?
Créer un logo ou concevoir une campagne publicitaire nécessitait autrefois du temps, des compétences pointues et de nombreux échanges entre …
Metro Express Links Curepipe to Réduit Sept 1
Mauritius is set to expand its Metro Express network with a new direct link connecting Curepipe and Réduit, scheduled to begin operations on…
Australia's Teen Social Media Ban Is Failing
Australia made global headlines when it introduced one of the world's strictest social media bans for minors, prohibiting children under the…
Mauritius Social Media Ban for Under-15s Blocked
A legislative push to ban children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms in Mauritius has been overturned, with freedom …
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mauritius a technology hub?−
Yes, Mauritius is positioning itself as a leading African technology and fintech hub. The government's Digital Economy Blueprint targets ICT contributing 17% of GDP. The country hosts major BPO operations, fintech companies, and a growing startup ecosystem centred around Ébène Cybercity.
What is Ébène Cybercity?−
Ébène Cybercity is Mauritius's dedicated technology and business park, located south of Port Louis. It houses hundreds of companies including BPO operators, software firms, banks, and global corporates. It is the commercial technology hub of the island.
What internet connectivity is available in Mauritius?−
Mauritius has good broadband connectivity relative to African standards, with fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) available across much of the island through Mauritius Telecom and private providers. Mobile data is widely available via 4G LTE, with 5G rollout beginning.
What is the government digital strategy for Mauritius?−
The Mauritius Digital Economy Blueprint outlines ambitions to grow the ICT sector, expand e-government services, develop AI and data capabilities, and attract digital businesses through regulatory sandboxes and investment incentives. Mauritius is a signatory of the African Union's Digital Transformation Strategy.