FCC Workshop Reinforces Board Accountability in Preventing Financial Crimes

A high-level workshop on the theme, "The Role of Boards: Preventing and Acting Against Financial Crimes", organised by the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC), commenced this morning at the FCC Headquarters in Réduit Triangle, Moka.

The workshop seeks to strengthen the capacity of Chairpersons, Directors and Board Members of public organisations to effectively discharge their responsibilities in preventing, detecting and responding to financial crimes, in line with the provisions of the Financial Crimes Commission Act 2023.

In his address, the Director-General of the FCC, Mr Titrudeo Dawoodarry, underlined the Commission's aim to foster a mindset shift that encourages Board Members to uphold the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and integrity during the exercise of their duties. He emphasised that integrity must be the norm—not the exception—for individuals in key decision-making roles that influence the country's growth and prosperity.

He deplored that the FCC has already identified numerous instances of board-level wrongdoings, resulting in 26 chairpersons and board members being summoned for interrogation under warning. Among them, several cases have been referred to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), while two are currently before the Court. He recalled that these investigations are the direct consequence of poor governance, which has not only wasted public funds but also severely eroded trust in the country’s institutions.

Moreover, Mr Titrudeo Dawoodarry called on Chairpersons and Board Members to lead by example for their organisations, their colleagues, and the entire country. He underlined that their decisions must be grounded in ethics, transparency, and accountability.

"Your contribution in this position of high responsibility will shape the future of our country and the generations to come," he stated. He encouraged them to speak up and stand firm against any wrongdoing, expressing confidence that by fully understanding their responsibilities, they will help build a better Mauritius.

The workshop

Through this initiative, the FCC sought to promote a culture of integrity, transparency, accountability and good governance across public institutions, while reinforcing the strategic role of Boards in preventing financial crimes.

The workshop featured a series of presentations covering key topics, including financial crimes under the FCC Act 2023; the prevention of electronic fraud within institutions; good practices and common pitfalls for Board Members, and the promotion of exemplary governance through the roles, responsibilities and sound judgement expected of Boards.

Also on the agenda was a panel discussion on "Promoting Board Leadership and Governance in the Fight Against Financial Crimes".

30 June 2026

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