Mauritius

Back to school: Focus on the regulation of mobile devices

Back to school: Focus on the regulation of mobile devices

After a four-week break, pre-primary, primary, and secondary school students return to school for the third and final term, from August 17 to October 30, 2026, dedicated to end-of-year assessments and exams.

5 days, 2 hours ago

Monetary policy: The Monetary Policy Committee unanimously keeps the key interest rate unchanged at 4.75%.

Monetary policy: The Monetary Policy Committee unanimously keeps the key interest rate unchanged at 4.75%.

The Bank of Mauritius has decided to keep the Key Rate at 4.75%. While the global economy has shown resilience, growth prospects remain uncertain due to geopolitical tensions, particularly the conflicts in the Middle East.

1 week, 2 days ago

Hermès Properties to Submit New Permit Application for Fun Park, Including Two Additional Rides

Hermès Properties to Submit New Permit Application for Fun Park, Including Two Additional Rides

Hermès Properties is preparing to submit a new Building and Land Use Permit (BLUP) application for its Fun Park at Tribeca Mall, as it works to meet the requirements set by the Quatre Bornes Municipality and secure approval to reopen the attraction.

2 weeks, 5 days ago

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

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.

1 month ago

Around thirty MBC employees were laid off this Monday

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 month ago

Mobile phones are now banned in schools except in exceptional circumstances

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.

1 month ago

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

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.

2 months ago

Schooling – Grade 1: Registration Opens Today

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.

2 months, 2 weeks ago

BOM: The key interest rate is set at 4.75%, with inflation projected at 5.5% in 2026.

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%.

3 months ago

New pension cards available at post offices

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.

4 months ago

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

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.

4 months, 2 weeks ago

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

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.

4 months, 3 weeks ago

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

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.

4 months, 3 weeks ago

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

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.

4 months, 4 weeks ago

Audit report 2024/2025: Discover the full document

Audit report 2024/2025: Discover the full document

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

5 months ago