The latest Mauritius business news

At the Port Louis oil terminal: 200-liter heavy oil leak, emergency response plan activated

A heavy fuel oil spill occurred yesterday afternoon, Tuesday, July 21, around 2:30 p.m., at the oil quay in the port of Port Louis, following a leak detected on a pipeline belonging to the company IndianOil.

9 hours ago

Around thirty MBC employees were laid off this Monday

Around thirty employees of the MBC were taken by surprise on Monday morning, July 20, 2026, when they received dismissal letters from the Human Resources Department.

1 day, 8 hours ago

Mobile phones are now banned in schools except in exceptional circumstances

The Council of Ministers approved the promulgation of the Education (Control and Use of Personal Mobile Devices on School Premises) Regulations 2026 on Friday, July 17.

2 days, 8 hours ago

Budget 2026-2027 - a boost for families, the elderly and vulnerable children: the major social …

Before concluding the presentation of the 2026-2027 Budget, the Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Dr. Navin Ramgoolam, announced a series of social measures designed to better protect the most vulnerable.

1 month ago

Schooling – Grade 1: Registration Opens Today

The countdown has begun for thousands of parents in Mauritius. Registration for entry into Grade 1 in 2027 will officially start in June, with a strict procedure put in place by the Ministry of Education.

1 month, 2 weeks ago

BOM: The key interest rate is set at 4.75%, with inflation projected at 5.5% in …

The Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Mauritius decided on Wednesday, May 20, to increase the key interest rate by 25 basis points, raising it from 4.50% to 4.75%.

2 months ago

New pension cards available at post offices

The renewal of pension cards continues at post offices across the country, in alphabetical order, until April 27.

3 months ago

Large U.S. Military Cargo Plane Draws Attention in Mauritius

The recent arrival of a massive U.S. military transport aircraft at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport has sparked curiosity and speculation among observers in Mauritius.

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Household gas: the price of a 12kg cylinder increases from Rs190 to Rs250

The Council of Ministers has approved an upward revision of the price of a 12 kg household gas cylinder, which will increase from Rs190 to Rs250.

3 months, 3 weeks ago

The heavy rain warning remains in effect until 6 p.m.

Due to adverse weather conditions, schools and universities are closed. Classes are suspended in preschool, primary, secondary, and higher education institutions, both public and private.

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Two CEB engines out of service: authorities mobilize hotels and major electricity consumers to avoid …

Two production engines of the Central Electricity Board (CEB) are currently out of service, placing the national electricity supply under pressure. Authorities have therefore turned to hotels and large energy consumers to help stabilize the grid and prevent potential power outages.

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Iran launched unsuccesful attack on Diego Garcia, BBC understands

Iran launched an unsuccessful attack on Diego Garcia, the joint US-UK military base in the Chagos Islands, the BBC understands.

4 months ago

Audit report 2024/2025: Discover the full document

Audit report 2024/2025: Discover the full document submitted to parliament on Tuesday, March 17

4 months ago

Port Louis: Central Market Closed This Wednesday and Thursday for Deep Cleaning

The iconic Port Louis Central Market (Bazaar Port Louis) will be exceptionally closed on Wednesday, March 11, and Thursday, March 12, 2026.

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Shipping Alert: MSC Surcharges to Drive Up Freight Costs in Mauritius

Mauritian importers and exporters are bracing for a significant spike in shipping costs. The Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), a key player in the island’s international trade, has announced new "War Risk Surcharges" for cargo moving between Africa, the Indian Ocean, and the Middle East.

4 months, 2 weeks ago