March 21, 2023
Mauritius: Health Ministry Rolls Out New Protocol for Treatment of Substance Abuse Disorders
The Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Kailesh Kumar Singh Jagutpal, launched, this afternoon, at Caudan Arts Centre in Port Louis, a new Protocol regarding the treatment for… Read more »
Mauritius: World Water Day 2023 - a New Water Resources Bill Will Soon Be Introduced in the Parliament, States the Minister
A new water resources bill, taking into consideration, the water requirement of the country and the development of the water sector within a well-defined legal framework for the… Read more »
March 16, 2023
Mauritius: Floating Solar PV Project to Be Set Up At Tamarind Falls Reservoir, Says Minister Lesjongard #AfricaClimateHope
'Government is envisaging to implement a Floating Solar Photovoltaics (PV) project in the reservoirs across Mauritius to produce electricity. A 2MW power plant based on Floating PV… Read more »
March 02, 2023
Mauritius: Mauritius Receives Additional Grant of 300 Million Japanese Yen for the Procurement of New Coastal Surveillance Radar System
The Government of Japan has agreed to provide an additional grant of 300 million Japanese Yen to Mauritius, under the Japan's Grant Aid, 'Economic and Social Development… Read more »
Mauritius: Minister Maudhoo Proceeds With Opening of Seine Fishing Season 2023
The Minister of Blue Economy, Marine Resources, Fisheries and Shipping, Mr Sudheer Maudhoo, proceeded, yesterday at the Maison des Pêcheurs in Mahébourg, with the… Read more »
February 28, 2023
Mauritius: PM Jugnauth Launches Aquaponics and Hydroponics Training Farm in Mauritius Prison Service
The Prime Minister, Mr Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, proceeded with the inauguration of a training farm in aquaponics and hydroponics as well as a solar water drip, today, at the… Read more »
Mauritius: Minister Maudhoo Launches Training Programme for Artisanal Fishers
The Minister of Blue Economy, Marine Resources, Fisheries and Shipping, Mr Sudheer Maudhoo, launched, yesterday at the Fisheries Training and Extension Centre in Pointe Aux Sables,… Read more »
February 06, 2023
Mauritius: President Roopun Acknowledges Contributions of Sino-Mauritians in the Development of the Country
The Chinatown Lantern Festival, hosted by the Chinatown Foundation, was held at the Côte D'Or Sports Complex, on 03 February 2023, in the context of the Chinese New Year 2023… Read more »
February 03, 2023
Mauritius: Using Sterile Insect Technique to Mitigate Mosquito Proliferation
Mauritius currently being in the rainy season, which favours the proliferation of mosquitoes in several regions around the island, the Vector Biology and Control Division is… Read more »
February 02, 2023
Mauritius: Prime Minister Reiterates Importance of Engaging in Physical Activity and Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
The Prime Minister, Mr. Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, reiterated the importance of engaging in regular physical and sports activities to maintain an active lifestyle and stay in good… Read more »
Mauritius: Minister Seeruttun Launches Report On Bridging the Gender Gap in Investment and Financial Sector in Mauritius
A half-day workshop themed 'Bridging the Gender Gap in Investment and Financial Services Sector in Mauritius, opened, this morning, at the Hennessy Park Hotel, in Ebène. The… Read more »
January 31, 2023
Mauritius: Central Electricity Board Launches Carbon Neutral Industrial Sector Renewable Energy Scheme #AfricaClimateHope
The Carbon Neutral Industrial Sector Renewable Energy (CNIS RE) Scheme was launched, yesterday in Ebène, by the Central Electricity Board (CEB) with the aim to provide a… Read more »
January 18, 2023
Mauritius: Country Cooperation Strategy 2023-2026 to Guide Achieving Universal Health Coverage
The Country Cooperation Strategy 2023-2026, elaborated by the Ministry of Health and Wellness in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO), was launched this afternoon… Read more »
Mauritius: Olive White-Eye and Echo Parakeet Birds Released At Ebony Forest
A total of four Olive White-eye and nine Echo Parakeet birds were released, today, at the Ebony Forest, in Chamarel, with the aim to improve the genetic heterogeneity of these… Read more »
January 16, 2023
Mauritius: Exchange of 8th Fisheries Protocol Between the European Union and Mauritius
The eighth Fisheries Protocol, which sets out the provisions for economic, financial, technical, and scientific cooperation in the fisheries sector between the European Union (EU)… Read more »
January 10, 2023
Mauritius: Leveraging Apiculture As a Sustainable Economic Activity in Mauritius
Apiculture involves the raising and care of bees for commercial or agricultural purposes. Honey production is being leveraged as a sustainable economic activity in the country for… Read more »
January 06, 2023
Mauritius: Mauritian Surgeons Trained By Professor Cyrus Tabatabay On Eye Surgeries
In a bid to continuing professional development for high-level specialists and providing training for the creation of a new generation of young eye surgeons, the President of the… Read more »
December 22, 2022
Mauritius: Award of Certificates, Artisanal Fisher Registration Cards and Shrimp Net Licences to 130 Fishermen
A group of 130 fishermen received their certificate and Artisanal Fisher Registration Cards and Shrimp Net Licences after having successfully completed the General Course for… Read more »
December 21, 2022
Mauritius: National Geographical Information System Platform Launched
The National Geographical Information System (GIS) platform was launched, yesterday, by the Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation, Mr. Darsanand… Read more »
December 20, 2022
Mauritius: Mauritius Ridge to Reef Project - 500 Trees Planted to Increase Native and Endemic Tree Cover in Pétrin #AfricaClimateHope
As part of the Mauritius Ridge to Reef (R2R) project that aims to promote forest restoration and the creation of new endemic forest cover, 500 endemic trees were planted,… Read more »
December 22, 2022
Mauritius: Locally Produced Fertiliser Subsidy Scheme Launched By Minister Gobin
The Locally Produced Fertiliser Subsidy Scheme (LPFS) was officially launched by the Attorney General, Minister of Agro-Industry and Food Security, Mr Maneesh Gobin, yesterday, at… Read more »
November 07, 2022
Mauritius: Sheltered Farming/Hydroponics Boosting Innovative and Climate Resilient Agricultural Systems Across Mauritius #AfricaClimateHope
The setting up of sheltered farms, in line with Government's policy to stimulate agricultural innovation and promote sustainable agriculture and local food production of fruits and… Read more »
October 26, 2022
Mauritius: Mauritius Partners With the UNDP for the Setting Up of a National Healthcare Waste Disposal Facility
A Memorandum of Understanding for the setting up of a National Healthcare Waste Disposal Facility as part of the implementation of the Sustainable Low and non-Chemical Development… Read more »
August 09, 2022
Mauritius: Minister Jagutpal Underlines the Benefits of Exclusive Breastfeeding
Community talks on exclusive breastfeeding and its benefits in the context of the World Breastfeeding Week 2022 were launched, this afternoon, by the Minister of Health and… Read more »
July 06, 2022
Mauritius: Agriculture - Findings of Smart Agriculture Project Disseminated to Help Boost Food Production
The presentation of the main findings of the Final Project Restitution entitled "Smart Agriculture: vers la réduction des produits phytosanitaires en agriculture… Read more »