AllAfrica News: Mauritius

Open University of Mauritius Revamps Its Digital Platforms

[Government of Mauritius] The Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon, launched, yesterday in Réduit, three revamped digital platforms of the Open University of Mauritius (OU), namely the OU website, the OU Portal-Student Information Management System (SIMS) and the OU Learn Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS).

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Safer Roads Through Infrastructure Upgrades

[Government of Mauritius] Government remains steadfast in its commitment to enhancing road infrastructure to reduce road traffic accidents and ensure safer travel for all, said the Minister of Land Transport, Mr Mahomed Osman Cassam Mahomed.

Mauritius and China to Further Strengthen Bilateral Relations

[Government of Mauritius] The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to Mauritius, Dr Huang Shifang, called on the Prime Minister, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, this afternoon at the New Treasury Building in Port Louis.

New Lord Mayor and Deputy Lord Mayor of Port Louis Take Office

[Government of Mauritius] The oath-taking ceremony for the newly elected Lord Mayor and Deputy Lord Mayor of Port Louis was held yesterday at the Municipal City Council of Port-Louis, in Port Louis. The positions of Lord Mayor and Deputy Lord Mayor were officially assumed by Mr Aslam Adam Hosenally, and Mr Giovanni Hensley Laclé, respectively.

First Meeting of National Road Safety Council, a Major Step Towards Enhancing Road Safety

[Government of Mauritius] The newly reconstituted National Road Safety Council (NRSC), held its first meeting, yesterday in Port Louis, in the presence of the Minister of Land Transport, Mr Mahomed Osman Cassam Mahomed.

Stakeholders Gather to Validate Blueprint On Micro-Credentials in Higher Education

[Government of Mauritius] Several stakeholders from academia and government came together at a workshop organised, today, by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), at the Caudan Arts Centre in Port Louis, to validate the Blueprint for Micro-Credentials in Higher Education, a comprehensive framework designed to standardise and expand the use of micro-credentials in higher education in Mauritius.

Unesco Training Enhances Reporting Skills On Climate Change Amidst Disinformation

[Government of Mauritius] A three-day high-level training workshop bringing together around 30 journalists from the Eastern African region to upgrade their reporting skills on climate change as well as environmental issues, and tackle the growing threat of disinformation, kicked off, today, at the Media Trust in Port Louis.

Ministry of Social Security Celebrates New Centenarian

[Government of Mauritius] On Saturday 10 May 2025, the Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity held celebrations, in Petit Raffray, to mark the 100th birthday of Mrs Dunmateea Bheenick, amidst family members.

Workshop Explores Future of Zero Emissions Road Transport in Mauritius

[Government of Mauritius] A workshop entitled "Zero Emissions Road Transport in Mauritius: The Way Forward" opened, this morning, at the Rose Hill Campus of Université des Mascareignes (UM), under the Green Charging of Electric Vehicles (GCEV) Project, in the presence of the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Research, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon.

Mauritians Voice Reservations About Immigration and Free Cross-Border Movement

[Afrobarometer] Half see the economic impact of foreign workers as bad for their country.

Ambassador of Georgia Presents Credentials to President Gokhool

[Government of Mauritius] The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Georgia to the Republic of Mauritius, Mr Roland Beridze, presented his Letters of Credence to the President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr Dharam Gokhool, yesterday at the State House in Réduit.

Education Minister Discusses Promotion of Music in Primary Schools

[Government of Mauritius] A delegation from the Yamaha Music Gulf FZE, accompanied by the Ambassador of Japan to Mauritius, Mr Masahiro Kan, met the Minister of Education and Human Resource, Dr Mahend Gungapersad, this morning, to discuss the promotion of music education at primary school level in public schools in Mauritius.

Government Announces Rs 174/Kg for Live Cattle Ahead of Eid UL-Adha 2025

[Government of Mauritius] The price of live cattle for Eid ul-Adha 2025 has been set at Rs 174 per kilogram, with the Government reaffirming its commitment to ensuring affordability and accessibility for the population. The announcement was made by the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Protection, Mr. John Michael Tzoun Sao Yeung Sik Yuen, at a press conference held on 2 May 2025 at Sicom Tower, Ebène.

Health Minister Urges Population to Undergo Hypertension and Diabetes Screenings

[Government of Mauritius] In the context of the global May Measurement Month campaign, the Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, called on the population to undergo regular screenings for hypertension and diabetes, underlying the importance of early detection in preventing serious health complications.

Is the Mauritian Miracle Running On Fumes?

[ISS] Complacency must make way for economic reform and the strategic reinvention that once made Mauritius the darling of development economists.