The website, modeled by FRCI LTD LinkDev and his partner, was launched by the Minister of Information Technologies and Communication, Tassarajen Pillay Chedumbrum to Ebony, Friday, Feb. 22. The site uses Microsoft Sharepoint. The new platform also contains internal links to all government departments.
A user can make an appointment for oral tests in order to obtain a driver's license. He can also choose the number of the license plate of the vehicle.
ICT Minister says it was a " state-of-the-art website . " According Tassarajen Chedumbrum Pillay, the portal provides a range of services and will be turned to the public. " The site will be an interactive platform and make the bridge between the public and the government.Mauritians and foreigners can discover our country another way. We are the first in Africa to adopt such a platform, " said the minister.
He announced that a manager will be appointed in each department to further develop e-services and reduce the cost and time to process the files. " Each department must get to the page. The Head of IT is responsible for the implementation of projects for the department, but also that it is to post content to enhance the intranet site. There will be a board that will consolidate the Heads of IT, including my PS will preside. It will develop projects to improve the lives of people, " says Pillay Tassarajen Chedumbrum.
With Google Maps, users can see the places and roads. But the website will also load sharing on social networks. Henceforth, all government documents are accessible via the E-Book, which is a PDF file.
Mauritian citizens can create their own profile to manage their applications for e-services. Moreover, the new portal is compatible with mobile platforms, smartphones and touch pads. In a second step, mobile applications are developed so that gov.mu has a dedicated apps, and in the long term, an application for specific services. Minister of ICT is a call to offer a chance for young talents to create these applications.