News Mauritius
Un nouveau produit unique pour chaque Mauricien
La Island Life Insurance Company, entreprise d’assurance qui fait partie du groupe Currimjee Jeewanjee, diversifie son portefeuille de produits. Pour se démarquer des autres, la compagnie a lancé l’Island Care, un produit unique en son genre, mercredi matin, à l’hôtel Saint-Georges.
01 May 2014, Le Matinal
Rs 10 M déboursées pour les enfants vulnérables
IBL Foundation a marqué ses cinq ans de soutien aux enfants vulnérables en invitant plusieurs de ses ONG collaboratrices à une cérémonie pour officialiser le partenariat à IBL House, mercredi aprèsmidi.
01 May 2014, Le Matinal
From Social Networks to Real World : Are political views expressed online giving rise to the creation of new political parties?
We often come across groups and people on social networks expressing their political views openly, criticising the actual parties and their leaders. Many adhere to their opinions and rally to their cause, saying that the country’s government needs new blood, new political parties with more young people at their head.…
25 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Electoral Reform : Leaders fail to agree
Following the highly mediatised meeting held last Thursday at the Clarisse House, Prime Minister Dr Ramgoolam again met Opposition and MMM Leader Paul Bérenger yesterday (Thursday) to pursue their discussions on electoral reforms.
25 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Carnival International de Victoria kicks off
Seychelles becomes the capital of carnivals for the coming whole week starting from this Friday 25 april. As delegation after delegation from the four corners of the world land in Seychelles for the 2014 edition of the annual Carnaval International de Victoria, Mauritius keeps away from this international event which…
25 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Mauritian scholarships to African students : 14 out of 20 awardees attend private institutions
The Mauritian Government has earmarked 50 scholarships to be awarded to deserving African students on an annual basis since last year.
25 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Chagossians not interested in Electoral Reform
After 48 years spent on Mauritian soil, I thought I would be able to get integrated into the Mauritian society, but when I look at the mirror there is no such a reflection, Fernand Mandarin the president of the Chagossian Social Committee (CSC) told News on Sunday this week.
25 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Consultation Paper on Electoral Reform : A starting point for change
The White Paper (Consultation Paper) on Electoral Reform was presented on the eve of Parliament resumption on April 24 and is open to discussions and suggestions from the public until May 5.
25 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Democracy Watch Mauritius : YES to reforms for the better representation of all, especially minorities, but NO to Electoral reforms as a means to hold on to or grab power
Democracy Watch Mauritius (DWM) has, for a number of years, urged for an Electoral reform in the country, in particular for the introduction of PR and believes that the proposed Electoral Reform will definitely bring a positive change in Mauritian politics and consolidate our democracy. However, DWM notes several missing…
25 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Transparency Mauritius : The role of the people should not be minimised
Transparency Mauritius, affiliated to Transparency International, emphasises on the importance of people in reviewing our electoral system.
25 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Essential commodities - Why do prices keep rising?
Beware consumers!! 2014 will see several increases in the price of most basic commodities.
18 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting 2014 - Dr Arnaud Dominique L’Omelette to represent Mauritius
For its second participation at the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting 2014, Mauritius will be represented by young researcher Dr Arnaud Dominique L’Omelette. General practitioner at the Ministry of Health, Dr L’Omelette has been a research assistant.
18 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Mauritian model bagging international assignments
World highest paid models like Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss, Laetitia Casta and Gisele Bündchen have a worth of approximately $42 million Economy & Business.
18 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Real Estate Scheme - Low innovation, high obstacles
Inspired by the success of the first two Integrated Resorts Scheme (IRS) projects in Mauritius, namely Anahita in the East and Tamarina in the West, the authorities introduced a small-scale property scheme, the Real Estate Scheme (IHS) in 2008, following the promulgation of the 2007 Real Estate Development Scheme regulations,…
18 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Seychelles International Carnaval
The Seychelles is getting ready for the holding of its Carnaval International de Victoria scheduled to be held as from 25 April.
18 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Accord PTR-MMM sur tous les points de la réforme
Tête-à-tête de trois heures, jeudi, à la Clarisse House, entre le leader de l’opposition, Paul Bérenger et le Premier ministre, Navin Ramgoolam.
18 Apr 2014, Le Matinal
Navy base on the line as Mauritius pushes sovereignty bid
Mauritius is trying to wedge itself between Washington and London in a diplomatic drive for control of a group of disputed islands in the Indian Ocean, including Diego Garcia, leased by the British to the U.S. military for nearly 50 years.
11 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
What will you see in 2020?
In 2020, we may not be seeing what and how we can see now. With increasing health hazards, is our sight guaranteed? What may seem insignificant to us but has large impact on our health is exposure to sun, pollution and computer screens.
11 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Salon de la Famille - A unique enchanted fair
For the second consecutive year, Events Plus in collaboration with Le Défi Media Group and Radio Plus is organising the magical event, the Salon de la Famille. Children, families, all Mauritians and expatriates are invited to enjoy this unique festive fair at the Swami Vivekananda Centre, Pailles on 11, 12…
11 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
World Biggest Democracy goes to the polls
India is all taken in the heat of general elections as from Monday 7 April for the making of the16th Lok Sabha, the Indian parliament.
11 Apr 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday