Government introduces Kreol Morisien Booklets to strengthen understanding of fundamental Human Rights

The Human Rights Division, operating under the aegis of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, convened the annual National Mechanism for Reporting and Follow-up meeting today, in Port Louis to review progress and reinforced efforts to ensure Mauritius meets its international human rights obligations.

A key highlight of the event was the launch of two booklets in Kreol Morisien on the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. These publications aim to make essential human rights principles more accessible to the citizens.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful, the Junior Minister, Mr Hambyrajen Narsinghen, the Chairperson of the Creole Speaking Union, Professor Arnaud Carpooran, representatives from Ministries, National Human Rights Institutions, and Civil Society attended the event.

In his address, Minister Ramful described the launch as a significant milestone. He emphasised that translating the conventions into Kreol Morisien will help Mauritians better understand their rights and the principles behind these international agreements. He noted that the initiative reflects Government’s commitment to protecting human rights, eliminating discrimination, and fostering an inclusive society with equal opportunities for all.

He further highlighted the unifying role of the Creole language in Mauritius, stating that it serves as a powerful tool to remove barriers. Making these conventions available in Kreol Morisien ensures that citizens are more aware of their fundamental rights, he stated. The booklets will be distributed across public institutions, to concerned stakeholders as well as in schools, ensuring that the young are informed about their rights

It is recalled that Mauritius acceded to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination on 30 May 1972 and to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights on 12 December 1973.

The National Mechanism for Reporting and Follow-up, established in 2017, is an inter-ministerial structure that coordinates reporting and implementation of treaty obligations. It also facilitates engagement with international and regional human rights systems and ensures follow-up on recommendations from various human rights bodies at both international and national levels.

30 April 2026

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