Mauritius

100 Acres for University Campuses, UoM Research Facility

The government has earmarked some 100 acres of land for the construction of university campuses at Pamplemousses and Montagne Blanche.

13 years, 10 months ago

Alleged Corruption at BOI: Two New Arrests

Two new people have been arrested this Tuesday, July 10, 2012 by CCID as part of the investigation into the granting of residence permits to foreigners by the BOI. A Mauritian and Reunion are the protagonists of this trafficking network uncovered after the arrest of the couple Tokuart on June 17.

13 years, 10 months ago

Mangalore: Mauritius Seeks Clarity on US Sanctions

Mauritius has asked Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals to produce an undertaking that its shipments will not be affected by the US sanctions on Iran, a move that may hit petroleum exports to the island nation.

13 years, 10 months ago

Audit Director Regrets Deficiencies in Computerized Land Registry System

The audit points to the Department of Lands and Housing for failing to include the costs of maintenance and repair in the invitation to tender issued under the proposed Land Administration Valuation and Information Management System (LAVIMS ).

13 years, 10 months ago

Audit: Hundreds of Millions of Rupees as Additional Costs Swallowed Up in the Sewers

Again, the audit director denounces the management of any work to the sewer through the island. Hundreds of millions of rupees demanded by entrepreneurs mainly because of poor planning. Meanwhile, the additional costs claimed on these projects take astronomical proportions.

13 years, 10 months ago

At Least 80 Teachers Will Be Recruited for Teaching Kreol

Many parents enrol their children in learning the language in Std I to the next great back in 2013. This interest requires authorities to hire more teachers.

13 years, 10 months ago

ID Cards: Offices Across the Country

The Singapore government will not only provide an identity card with a modern system of biometric technology and identity management world-class Mauritians but also help the government to improve service through the Mauritius National Identity Scheme.

13 years, 10 months ago

Tourisme : Remplis à 30%, les Hôtels S’inquiètent

“La situation est chaotique dans les hôtels, y compris les petits et moyens établissements, à travers le pays. C’est devenu très dur de travailler. Il n’y a pas de réservations. Actuellement, les hôtels sont remplis à 30 % au maximum.

13 years, 10 months ago

Maitex 2012: New Niches, New Locations

International Fair 2012 organized by Enterprise Maitex Mauritius (EM) has been very successful to believe the Mauritian exhibitors. They say they are confident of the imminent arrival of their products in countries such as Angola, Ethiopia, Rwanda or Burundi.

13 years, 10 months ago

Crisis in Sugar Industry: Unions and MSPA Remain Entrenched in Their Positions

The conflict between trade unions in the sugar industry in Mauritius Sugar Producers Association (MSPA) enters a decisive week with the deadline for completion of mediation. With the refusal of the employers' association to participate in discussions on strike action becomes clearer.

13 years, 10 months ago

Arvin Boolell: Mauritius Shared Info in 170 Cases with India

Under pressure from India to quickly amend the bilateral taxation treaty, Mauritius Friday said it has shared tax-related information in over 170 cases and is taking steps to curb round-tripping, which refers to re-routing of funds to avoid tax liabilities.

13 years, 10 months ago

5 Facts on What the Mauritius Tax Issue is All About

Mauritius is willing to walk the extra mile to address concerns of Indian tax authorities, including reassessing the bilateral tax treaty with India to ensure that it isn't misused, the island nation’s foreign minister Arvin Boolell has said.

13 years, 10 months ago

Sorties du Dimanche : Foires, Match de Foot et Fous Rire Assurés

Ce dimanche 8 juillet, plusieurs activités de détente se présentent à vous. Rendez-vous à la foire internationale des manufacturiers ou au match de foot au stade Anjalay. Par ailleurs, vous pouvez aussi vous rendre au festival international du rire au KaféT@komiko.

13 years, 10 months ago

Sugar Industry: Plea for Research to Meet Operators Expectations

Reducing production costs and increased revenues are a priority for operators of the sugar industry. They want a search whose results lead to real applications.

13 years, 10 months ago

Outputs of Saturday, July 7

Fairs and flea markets, concerts and relaxing evenings in the spotlight. This Saturday will be an opportunity for the public to do good business at the fair Mauritian manufacturers or at a garage sale at Rose Hill. In addition, you can go to dances or concerts in the North Island.

13 years, 10 months ago