Budget 2026-2027: Strengthening Law and Order to enhance public safety

Public safety remains a cornerstone of national stability, and Government is taking decisive steps to ensure that Mauritius continues to be a safe, secure and resilient nation. The focus is now on strengthening the country’s law enforcement architecture through modernisation, reform and enhanced coordination.

Budget 2026–2027 places strong emphasis on reinforcing public safety, modernising policing structures and enhancing the fight against organised and financial crime.

A major allocation of Rs 14.2 billion has been provided to uphold law and order and strengthen the operational capacity of the Mauritius Police Force in addressing evolving security challenges, including drug trafficking, cybercrime, gender-based violence and organised criminal activities.

Another key institutional reform announced is the setting up of a National Crime Agency, with an allocation of Rs 200 million. The Agency will consolidate and strengthen investigations into serious fraud, corruption, money laundering, complex financial crimes and transnational crime networks.

In a bid to enhance operational effectiveness, Government is investing Rs 125 million for the renewal of the police fleet and Rs 531 million for the acquisition of modern equipment. The Mauritius Police Force will also be equipped with specialised tools to deal with virtual asset-related investigations, forensic accounting and cyber-enabled crime, while a Cyber Forensic Laboratory will further strengthen investigative capacity.

Moreover, community policing will be reinforced through a restructured model focusing on closer engagement with citizens, and neighbourhood Officers will play a key role in prevention, awareness and early intervention at community level.

The fight against drugs remains a top priority, with Rs 436 million allocated to strengthen the Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit. Additional investments include Rs 85 million for forensic drug analysis equipment and enhanced surveillance technologies.

Safe City surveillance systems will also be expanded, while targeted operations will address illegal activities such as road racing, larceny and illegal betting.

23 June 2026

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