Madagascar revokes ousted president Rajoelina's nationality

Madagascar's new government has stripped ousted president Andry Rajoelina of his Malagasy nationality, according to media reports confirmed by RFI, 10 days after he was removed in a military takeover. The decision bars him from contesting future...

Madagascar strips ex-president Rajoelina of citizenship as former aid arrested for money laundering

Madagascar’s former president Andry Rajoelina has been stripped of his nationality after fleeing the country earlier this month amid widespread youth-led protests. The news came as his former advisor, businessman Maminiaina Ravatomanga was...

Mauritius arrests aide to former Madagascar president over money laundering, Financial Crimes Commission says

PORT LOUIS (Reuters) -Mauritius authorities have arrested the aide to former Madagascan president Andry Rajoelina on suspicion of money laundering, an official at Mauritius’ Financial Crimes Commission said on Friday. Maminiaina Ravatomanga, who...

Air Mauritius: Depoliticise Now to Save a National Symbol

Editorial The abrupt resignation of the former Chairman of Air Mauritius (MK) on the heels of a public dispute with the Deputy Prime Minister has cracked open the lid on the deep-seated malaise afflicting the national carrier. The former...

Report: Nigeria is Africa’s fastest-growing entertainment market

Nigeria has emerged as Africa’s top-performing entertainment and media (E&M) market, recording an impressive 11.2 per cent growth rate in 2024, according to a new report. The growth is part of a major transformation sweeping across Africa’s...

Investing in Mauritius: Leveraging the Mauritius IFC for Sustainable African Growth

Mauritius has positioned itself as one of Africa’s most reliable and innovative International Financial Centre. With its investment-friendly policies, strong legal and regulatory environment, and strategic geographic location, Mauritius offers...

'Five reasons why Keir Starmer has been a far worse Prime Minister than Liz Truss'

Starmer is worse than Truss, argues Aaron Newbury (Image: Getty) These days, the best way to ingratiate yourself into the social circles of the Westminster set has been to sneer at Liz Truss. Unsure of how to break the ice at a drinks reception?...

Business News | Sampre Nutritions Ltd Has Entered into a Manufacturing Agreement with Reliance Consumer Products Ltd

PNN Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 24: Sampre Nutritions Limited (BSE: 530617), a leading confectionery manufacturer, has entered into a Manufacturing Agreement with Reliance Consumer Products Limited ("RCPL") on 8 October 2025, for the...

Report: Connectivity driving media consumption in Africa

PwC has relesed its Africa Entertainment and Media Outlook—Perspectives Report 2025–2029. The outlook provides detailed insights into how technological advancements, consumer behaviour shifts, and market dynamics are driving growth and...

Global study maps how trade and travel fuel the worldwide spread of disease-carrying mosquitoes

A comprehensive global analysis reveals how non-native mosquito vectors are hitchhiking across continents via shipping, tourism, and trade, pinpointing the regions where prevention and early detection could have the greatest impact. Study: Global...

University of Mauritius celebrates Diwali with vibrant people-to-people ties on display

A Diwali celebration was organised by the students of the University of Mauritius, reaffirming the longstanding friendship between India and Mauritius. Indian High Commissioner to Mauritius Anurag Srivastava participated in the event and also...

Ambassador Erika Álvarez Rodríguez presents credentials in Mauritius

Pretoria, South Africa.- On October 15, 2025, Ambassador Erika Álvarez Rodríguez presented her Letters of Credence as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Dominican Republic to the Republic of Mauritius, based in Pretoria, to H.E....

Singapore ranked Asia Pacific's most resilient nation; climate adaptation in sharp focus as COP30 approaches

Singapore is the most resilient country in Asia Pacific – and fourth globally – according to a new index that measures nations’ ability to withstand geopolitical, economic and climate shocks. Pakistan ranks among the five most vulnerable...

Air Mauritius seeks help in reviewing its fleet plan

Air Mauritius (MK, Mauritius) has issued a request for proposals for consultancy services to review its fleet plan, which currently proposes the phasing out of the two A330-200s when their leases expire in 2026 and adding three more A350-900s from...

India’s push to elevate the rupee in global trade marks a strategic shift

India is taking deliberate steps to strengthen the global role of its national currency, the rupee, in international trade. According to government sources cited by local and international media on October 22, New Delhi is seeking to make it...

New report ranks Africa’s innovation hotspots

Several African countries are prioritising innovation through targeted investments and grassroots initiatives. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Innovation in Africa is proving more resilient than the global slowdown suggests, according to a new...

How to watch Chelsea vs Ajax: live Champions League 2025/26 game, free streams, team news

The Chelsea vs Ajax live stream sees the home side aiming to secure their fourth straight win in all competitions against a Dutch side that has just one win from their last six games. After a slow start to the season that saw Chelsea suffer losses...

Revealed: Only a third of national climate pledges support ‘transition away from fossil fuels’

Only around a third of the latest country climate pledges submitted to the UN express support for the “transition away from fossil fuels”, according to Carbon Brief analysis. Several countries even have used their 2035 climate plans to commit to...

Mauritius - Global bribery offenses guide

What is the legal framework governing bribery in Mauritius? Bribery is governed by the Financial Crimes Commission Act 2023 (hereinafter referred to as “FCCA” or the “Act”) in Mauritius. The Act provides for the prevention and punishment of...

New Kids-Only Dining Space Introduced by Heritage Le Telfair in Mauritius

Heritage Le Telfair in the unspoilt region of Bel Ombre in southern Mauritius has introduced a new Kids-Only dining space on the resort. In a world where families seek holidays that are both authentic and enriching, Heritage Le Telfair — a refined...