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Ebola: high security measures in Mauritius
The Ebola epidemic being called the most violent since its discovery in 1976, causing more than 1,000 deaths, the World Health Organization (WHO) has taken necessary precaution to fight against this global emergency and has asked several African countries to strengthen their measures.
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Post Code for Mauritius
The Post Code, existing in many countries since ages, has been recently introduced in Mauritius. Now every town or city in Mauritius has its own post code.
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
A Guide on Diabetes
A booklet entitled ‘Votre Guide sur Le Diabète’ was launched on Tuesday by the Minister of Health and Quality of Life, Lormus Bundhoo. This booklet is the work of our colleague journalist of Le Défi Media Group, Radha Rangasamy Jean-Louis in partnership with the Rotary Club of Vacoas and physicians…
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
The business of NGOs : From begging bowls to social enterprises
According to the official list of the Registrar of Associations, which falls under the purview of the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment, there are more than 9,900 associations, or non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Mauritius as at 31 March 2014. Nearly half that number has been created after June…
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Fashion and Design Institute : FDI ‘Quintessence’ Show
The Fashion and Design Institute organised its annual Fashion Show on 14 August at the J&J Auditorium, Phoenix. This year’s show, based on the theme ‘Quintessence’, showcased the collections of 11 final year students of the Higher National Diploma in Fashion & Textiles and one collection was showcased by a…
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
When our political leaders play the role of arsonist
Owing to my fond memories of childhood, my long association with the Muslim community in Mauritius, I cannot hold my peace and allow our two political leaders, Navin Ramgoolam, the Prime Minister, and Paul Bérenger, the leader of the Opposition to endanger peace, harmony and social stability in the country.
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi Quotidien
Moka Trail 2014 : Un parcours imprégné d’histoire
Les amateurs de course nature ont jusqu’au 5 septembre pour s’enregistrer à l’édition 2014 du Moka Trail. Introduite l’année dernière, celle-ci s’inscrit, cette fois-ci, sous le thème de la découverte. En effet, lors de la traversée, les participants auront l’occasion de visiter des coins historiques, dont certains sont méconnus du…
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi Quotidien
Addiction sexuel : Quand la libido prend le contrôle
Au même titre que la drogue et l’alcool, le sexe fait aussi des dépendants. L’addiction sexuelle est classée parmi les sujets les plus tabous à Maurice et ceux qui en sont atteints n’osent pas en parler. Il existe, certes, des traitements, mais encore faut-il les connaître et, surtout, les suivre.
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi Quotidien
Holiday camps for special needs children
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Ramgoolam proposes local expertise to Africa
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Budget 2015 : Local councils and construction sector make proposals
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Challenges faced by SMEs
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Mauritius pours highest FDI into Indian textile sector
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Artist Rashila Jagmohansingh : A woman of multi-potentiality
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Mohammed Noorani Joomun: “I work hard to enable my children to achieve their dreams”
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Jessyca Joyekurun : How YALI changed her life
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Golfing in paradise Island
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Our youth : A tragedy of depression and phobias
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
HSC Professional : Le Nombre de Candidats Attendus
Combien de candidats comptent prendre part aux examens du HSC Prof, cuvée 2015 ? Les autorités comptabiliseront les demandes dans les prochains jours.
22 Aug 2014, business.mega.mu
Film Rebate Scheme : Developing a cinema industry in Mauritius
22 Aug 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday