Rodrigues: March Against Mauritius Pride Removal

10 years, 1 month ago - March 20, 2014

The withdrawal of the ship Mauritius Pride on serving Mauritius-Rodrigues was the focus of discussions in a meeting between the Rodrigues Council of Social Services (RCSS) and social actors Mont-Plaisir, March 12. The participants decided to organize a peaceful march in Port-Mathurin, Saturday, March 22, to protest against this decision.

According to Wilmode Edouard, President of the RCSS, this approach is apolitical and purely social objective. " The RCSS wants to demonstrate its commitment and social responsibility vis-à-vis the community. For removal of Mauritius Pride will have serious impacts on Rodrigues population. There are risks of layoff due to lack of building materials, livestock will suffer in case of shortage of food for animals, not to mention the craft sector which may suffer a possible lack of materials first , "he says.

More consideration

He added that the agriculture and fisheries are also likely to pay the price, as well as the health of a lack of drugs. " Even exporters say no longer be able to buy the ourites. In fact, this decision will have a negative multiplier effect on the lives of Rodrigues , "says Wilmode Edouard.

He also discussed the high price of the ticket aboard the Mauritius Trochetia , which now provides the only service between the two islands. This position emphasizes Wilmode Edouard, stems from several remarks made at the village level. He believes that after 46 years of independence, Rodrigues has the right to have a little more consideration in the Republic.

The march will start from the bus station of Port-Mathurin. Protesters will stop in front of a symbolic local headquarters of Mauritius Shipping Corporation , before converging to the MCB Square .

Text by lexpress.mu

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