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text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>24 February 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancies for Post of Statistical Officer\/Senior Statistical Officer Statistics Mauritius<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>24 February 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Vacancies<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancies for Post of Audio Visual Operator National Assembly<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; 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text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>25 February 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Archives, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>COMMUNIQU\u00c9 Licensing of taxis at NHDC Residence Lily, Wooton<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>25 February 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Archives, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Notice - Market Research Survey for Drone Services<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; 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text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>27 February 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Archives, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB-Supply, Installation and Commissioning of 128 \u2013 Slice Computed Tomography Scanner for Dr. A.G. Jeetoo Hospital.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>27 February 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Archives, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Regional Trade: National Workshop to boost Women and Youth Participation in Trade-in-Services<\/h1><div id='gallery-391' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2146' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2147' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2148' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2149' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2150' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2151' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2152' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2153' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2154' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2155' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2156' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2157' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A national workshop on \u201cUnlocking Trade-in Services Opportunities for Youth and Women-led Businesses in SADC Countries\u201d was launched this morning at the Labourdonnais Hotel in Port Louis. The two-day initiative, running from 08 to 09 April 2026, brings together key stakeholders to explore opportunities in regional trade in services.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The opening ceremony was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful; Economic Development Board (EDB) Mauritius Chief Executive Officer, Mr Mahen Abhimanu Kundasamy and Director, Industrial Development and Trade at the SADC Secretariat, Mr Dhuraj Kassee.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his keynote address, Minister Ramful underpinned that the workshop aims to enhance access for women and youth to opportunities in trade in services within the SADC region. He acknowledged the challenges often faced by these entrepreneurs, such as limited access to finance, difficulties in reaching markets, and inadequate information on regional trade systems. The workshop, he explained, would equip participants with practical tools to navigate these systems and seize business opportunities effectively.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister further highlighted the growing importance of trade in services as a driver of economic growth, underlining its significant contribution to Mauritius\u2019 GDP and employment. He noted that digitalisation and e-commerce are transforming service delivery, enabling businesses to expand into international markets more efficiently. \u201cThis workshop provides a timely platform to empower women and youth, strengthen their participation in regional trade and support inclusive and sustainable economic development,\u201d he added.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part, Mr Kassee emphasised that trade in services has become a key driver of economic growth, innovation, and regional integration within the SADC region. He pointed out that while women and youth-led enterprises are increasingly contributing to this sector, they continue to face challenges such as limited access to finance, market information and regulatory constraints.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Organised by EDB Mauritius in collaboration with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, the workshop aims to equip youth and women entrepreneurs with practical skills to access and grow within SADC regional markets.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The programme features sessions on the SADC Protocol on Trade in Services, digitalisation, artificial intelligence, digital payments and branding, while also providing a platform for experience-sharing by successful women-led businesses.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>08 April 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Trade<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>VERIFICATION DES INSTRUMENTS DE POIDS ET DE MESURES - Riv. du Rempart<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>EIA - Alteo Agri Ltd.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices, EIA<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>EIA - Anahita Beau Champ Limited.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices, EIA<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Notice - Post of Assistant Chef (on roster)<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius-Russia ties reinforced through new cultural and heritage projects<\/h1><div id='gallery-1192' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1192' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1192' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5225' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5226' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5227' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5228' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5229' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1192' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1192' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Major cultural and heritage projects including plans for an authorised replica of the world\u2019s only known life illustration of the Dodo, a documentary and competitions dedicated to the extinct bird, as well as the establishment of a memorial tomb for Russian sailors who perished while exploring Indian Ocean sea routes in 1857, were announced yesterday at a reception marking Russia Day, hosted by the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Mauritius, Mrs Irada Avtandilovna Zeynalova, in Ebene.<br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The President of the Republic, Mr\nDharambeer Gokhool; the Prime Minister, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam; the Deputy\nPrime Minister and Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, Mrs Marie\nArianne Navarre-Marie, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration\nand International Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful, were present. Toasts were raised by the dignitaries in honour of the\nfriendship of Russia and Mauritius and their continued relations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Attorney General, Mr Gavin Glover,\nother Ministers, Junior Ministers and members of the Diplomatic Corps,\nwere also in attendance.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A photo exhibition and a cultural event showcasing Russian arts were held on\nthe occasion. The official copy of the famous painting by Ustad Mansur was\ngifted to Prime Minister by the Ambassador Zeynalova.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In her keynote address, the Russian Ambassador\nreaffirmed her commitment to strengthening bilateral ties between Mauritius and\nRussia through a clear vision and concrete actions. She highlighted a diverse\nrange of cultural initiatives organised in Mauritius to deepen these bonds. Key\nhighlights include performances by the Moscow Conservatory and the Russian\nballet, alongside exhibitions featuring films, lectures and artworks by\nRussian photographers and painters. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Additionally, she noted several significant donations,\nsuch as Tchaikovsky compositions gifted to the Conservatoire\nFran\u00e7ois-Mitterrand, copies of the documentary 'The Unknown War' presented to the\nMuseum of Rodrigues and historic cameras donated to the Museum of Photography.\n<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Beyond cultural exchange, the Ambassador emphasised\nRussia\u2019s ongoing contribution to local youth development through full\nscholarships for Mauritians to study in Russia. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Ambassador expressed gratitude to Mauritius and\nother African nations for their position and neutrality pertaining to the\nchallenge of racial purity that Russia is facing. Turning to Mauritius\u2019 fight\nfor sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago, Ambassador Zeynalova renewed Russia's support, stating that all nations deserve freedom\nand dignity. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She also underscored the importance of cooperation in securing a better future for younger generations, stressing that this can be achieved through mutual learning, knowledge-sharing and partnerships aimed at addressing pressing global challenges such as climate change, food security and the fight against drugs. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Finally, she affirmed that Russia stands ready to\nshare its knowledge and experience with its friends, noting that cooperation,\neconomic diversification, and perseverance are crucial in today's vulnerable\nglobal environment.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Health promotion campaign brings healthcare services closer to the public<\/h1><div id='gallery-1193' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5238' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5239' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5240' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5241' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5242' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In a bid to bring preventive healthcare services closer to the population and promote greater public awareness on maintaining healthy lifestyles, the Ministry of Health and Wellness organised today a Health Promotion Campaign at the Mahogany Shopping Mall in Beau Plan. The campaign forms part of the Ministry's ongoing nationwide efforts which will be carried out across the country to promote wellness, enhance public awareness of health issues and strengthen healthcare delivery across the country. <br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, along with the Junior Minister, Mrs Anishta Babooram, and the Member of Parliament, Mr Kaviraj Rookny, participated in the launching and toured the various exhibition stands. The event also brought together health professionals and representatives of several institutions to provide members of the public with a range of health information, screening services and counselling. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Members of the public benefitted from free screening for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), enabling them to assess their health status and obtain advice from healthcare professionals. Information and exhibition stands were also set up to showcase the services offered by nutritionists, blood transfusion services, public health and food safety units, HIV\/AIDS counselling and screening teams, Ayurvedic services as well as cervical cancer screening.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Representatives of the Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit (ADSU) and the Ministry of Agro-Industry and Food Security sensitised visitors on their respective programmes and services through dedicated exhibitions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Speaking on the occasion, the Minister underscored the importance of health promotion and disease prevention in improving the quality of life of the population recalling that 20% Mauritians suffer from diabetes. He encouraged citizens to make full use of the screening and counselling services available and to adopt healthier lifestyle habits to reduce the risks of NCDs.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Minister Bachoo stressed that healthcare and disease prevention remain key on Government\u2019s agenda while enumerating several initiatives currently being put in place. These include the setting up of Diabetes and Vascular Health Centre, Geriatric services and Trauma Centre at the level of regional hospitals to reinforce prevention through early detection. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He further pointed out that yearly around 1000 Mauritian patients receive treatment abroad and more specialised medical experts are visiting to Mauritius to perform surgeries.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing concerns regarding the availability of medicines in public healthcare institutions, the Health Minister reassured the population that hospitals and health centres across the country continue to maintain adequate stocks of the majority of essential medicines while acknowledging that certain pharmaceutical products may occasionally be unavailable. He commended healthcare professionals for their hardwork in delivering quality care to patients. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Junior Minister Babooram spoke of the relevance of doing physical exercises and conducting health screening regularly as key measures in the prevention of diseases and the promotion of overall well-being.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Rookny reaffirmed Government\u2019s commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of the population through continued campaigns in the healthcare sector.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Message du Ministre \u00e0 l\u2019occasion de la Journ\u00e9e mondiale de sensibilisation contre la maltraitance des personnes \u00e2g\u00e9es<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius reaffirms commitment to SADC Regional Integration and Industrialisation Agenda<\/h1><div id='gallery-1195' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5243' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5244' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5245' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5246' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5247' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5248' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5249' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius\nreaffirmed its commitment to advancing regional economic integration and\nindustrialisation during the virtual 35th Meeting of the Committee\nof Ministers of Trade (CMT) and the 25th Meeting of the Ministerial\nTask Force (MTF) on Regional Economic Integration of the Southern African\nDevelopment Community (SADC), held on 12 June 2026.<br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The meetings,\nchaired by South Africa\u2019s Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Mr Mpho\nParks Franklyn Tau, brought together trade ministers and senior officials from\nacross the region to review progress on trade, industrialisation and economic\nintegration initiatives. Mauritius was represented by the Junior Minister of the\nMinistry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr Hambyrajen\nNarsinghen.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The CMT reviewed\nprogress in implementing the SADC Protocol on Trade, including issues related\nto market access, rules of origin, trade facilitation, removal of non-tariff\nbarriers, trade in services, sanitary and phytosanitary measures, and technical\nbarriers to trade. Ministers also discussed the impact of global geopolitical\ndevelopments, including the conflicts in the Middle East, the Russia-Ukraine\nwar and unilateral tariffs imposed by the United States, on regional trade and\neconomic growth.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">During\ndiscussions on the review of the SADC Industrialisation Strategy and Roadmap\n(SISR) 2015\u20132063, Mr Narsinghen welcomed the progress achieved in integrating\nindustrialisation into regional and national policies, advancing priority value\nchains and strengthening regional quality infrastructure. He noted, however,\nthat challenges such as infrastructure and energy deficits, limited industrial\nfinancing, weak SME participation in regional value chains and coordination\ngaps continue to hinder progress.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius\nsupported proposals to update the industrialisation strategy to reflect\nemerging realities, including implementation of the African Continental Free\nTrade Area, digital transformation, climate change challenges, geopolitical\ndevelopments, energy security concerns and the need for resilient supply\nchains. The Junior Minister highlighted that the ongoing crisis in the Middle\nEast has heightened volatility in global energy and commodity markets, posing\nparticular challenges for Small Island Developing States such as Mauritius that\ndepend heavily on imported fuel and industrial inputs.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The MTF also\nreviewed progress under the four pillars of the SISR, namely industrialisation,\ncompetitiveness, regional integration and cross-cutting issues, and stressed the\nimportance of strengthening intra-SADC trade and investment, fostering\ninnovation and ensuring that regional integration contributes to poverty\nreduction and improved livelihoods.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Regarding the\nimplementation of the SADC SME Development and Competitiveness Strategy\n2025\u20132029, Mauritius underscored the critical role of small and medium\nenterprises in driving entrepreneurship, innovation, employment and economic\ndiversification. Mr Narsinghen called for stronger monitoring and evaluation\nmechanisms, harmonised reporting frameworks and enhanced capacity-building\ninitiatives to support SME development across the region.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius\nfurther proposed the creation of a regional SME implementation dashboard to\nfacilitate monitoring, accountability and the exchange of best practices among\nMember States. The Junior Minister also informed the Task Force that\nconsultations are underway between the SADC Secretariat and relevant Mauritian Ministries regarding the organisation of a national dissemination workshop on\nthe SADC SME Development and Competitiveness Strategy in the coming months.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius\nreiterated its readiness to work closely with fellow Member States and the SADC\nSecretariat to promote a more prosperous, industrialised and resilient Southern\nAfrican region through deeper regional cooperation and economic integration.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Foreign Affairs<\/p><a href='index.php' 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w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nNational Innovation Challenge (NIC) Awards ceremony was held on Saturday 13 June\n2026, at the Trianon Convention Centre, to recognise the remarkable\nachievements of finalists and participants. The event highlighted their\ncreativity, innovation and commitment to developing practical solutions that\ncontribute to addressing national challenges and fostering the sustainable development\nof Mauritius.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon,\nMembers of the National Assembly and diplomatic corps, public and private\nsectors\u2019 leaders, and several personalities were present.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his\naddress, the Minister emphasised that the NIC has evolved beyond a mere\ncompetition to become a key driver of transformation, serving as a platform to\nidentify, nurture and showcase the innovative talents of Mauritians. He\nunderscored that, in an increasingly dynamic and competitive global\nenvironment, innovation is no longer an option but a strategic imperative for\nMauritius. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister\nhighlighted the need to foster creativity, adaptability, research and\ncollaboration to strengthen the country's resilience, enhance its\ncompetitiveness and support sustainable development. He recalled that research\nand innovation have been placed among national priorities, with a clear vision\nto make innovation a key pillar of the Mauritian economy and a driver of\nscientific, technological and socio-economic progress.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\ntransformation of the Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC) into the\nNational Research and Innovation Institute was also highlighted by the Minister.\nAccording to him, this new framework will further enhance the role of the NIC\nby creating a stronger pathway from idea generation and talent identification\nto mentoring, development and the transformation of ideas into impactful\nsolutions, products and services.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister also mentioned the establishment of a Scientific Diplomacy Office,\nwhich will contribute to strengthening Mauritius\u2019 links with regional and\ninternational research and innovation networks. He further stressed on\ninnovation scouting and extension, as a key enabler for institutions to\nidentify innovative ideas and talents at community level, support them and\nensure that promising initiatives receive the necessary guidance and\nvisibility.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u201cThe NIC\nhas also gained international recognition, with the MRIC receiving the Global\nDistinguished Innovator Award 2024 and the Public Service Excellence Award\n2025, highlighting Mauritius\u2019 ability to develop impactful and innovative\npublic programmes,\u201d he pointed out. Minister Sukon therefore reaffirmed his\ncommitment to making innovation a national culture and a driving force for\nMauritius\u2019 future transformation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The laureates\nfor this year\u2019s edition are as follows: <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Junior\nInnovation Challenge \u2013 Young Innovator Category<\/p>\n\nWinner: Project: AI Smart Road\n and Reverse Safety System using PictoBlox and Arduino. Team Member:\n Nehaan Ameerun\n\nSecond Prize: Project: Green Remedies\n Project. Team Member: Runglall Parinita\n\nThird Prize: Project: Green Energy\n Kitchen. Team Member: Rudhr Boojnan\n\nSpecial Jury Award: Project: Converting old\n carton products into a useful stylish storage basket. Team Member:\n Bhuvaneshi Devi Moonean\n\nPeople\u2019s Choice Award: Project: Building and\n Testing a Solar-Powered Water Purification System. Team Member\n Aarnav Anand Ranshsingh Roopun\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Junior\nInnovation Challenge \u2013 Rising Innovator Category<\/p>\n\nWinner: Project: HABYT (Habits\n and Balance for Youth Tech), a hybrid interactive poster. Team Member:\n Kylian Theo Emmanuel Razaze\n\nSecond Prize: Project: Kipri \u2013 Price\n Comparison App. Team Member: Mateen Currimjee\n\nThird Prize: Project: LifeLoop. Team\n Members: Lylou Kurazj and Nara Kuraj\n\nSpecial Jury Award: Project: Reallocation\n of goods and bridging the gap between the wealthy and the poor and needy. Team\n Member: Sudarshini SahyPeople\u2019s Choice Award: Project: Hydroyard Smart Gardening and\n Composting. Team Members: Mishka Soobul,Gigyasha Dowlot. \n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Rodrigues\nand Outer Islands Innovation Challenge<\/p>\n\nWinner: Project: Hydroponie\n Organique. Team Member: Mr Ange Julien Colin\n\nSpecial Jury Award: Project: Rodrigues\n Quality Basket. Team Member: Mr Jean Cl\u00e9ment Emilien\n\nPeople\u2019s Choice Award: Project: Hydroponie\n Organique Team Member Mr Ange Julien Colin\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">National\nInnovation Challenge -General <\/p>\n\nWinner: Project: Crime Vision:\n AI-powered real-time crime detection. Team Member: Dr Nevin\n Vunka Jungum\n\nSecond Prize: Project: Compost Heat\n Recovery Unit. Team Member: Miss Namrata Matabudul\n\nThird Prize: Project: AI-Powered\n Automated ECG Diagnostic System. Team Member: Dr Divraj Kumar\n Ramburran\n\nJury\u2019s Choice Award: Project: Ti Bazar: A\n Digital Hub for Small Planters. Team Member: Mr Roddy Curpen People\u2019s Choice Award: GABY MARINE Ai. Team\n Member: Tulasidarsan Moorghen\n\n<\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education, Innovation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancies for Post of E.E.G. 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class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Social Security Ministry celebrates new Centenarian<\/h1><div id='gallery-1202' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1202' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1202' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1202' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1202' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1202' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1202' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1202' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1202' 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style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National\nSolidarity held celebrations, on Saturday 13 June 2026, at Brackwell Palace in\nBarlow, in honour of Mrs Marie Margot Armance, who turned 100 years old on 08\nJune 2026. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research, Dr\nKaviraj Sharma Sukon; the Member of Parliament, Dr Sandeep Prayag; and other\npersonalities were present at the event. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">On that occasion, a cheque of Rs 26,203, a bouquet of flower, a Ladies\u2019\nWatch, various kitchen utensils, the Centenarian medal, and a Certificate were\nremitted to Mrs Armance. Moreover, the National Solidarity Fund of the Ministry\nof Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity offered a cheque\nof Rs 10,000 to the new Centenarian while the Senior Citizen Council presented\nher with gifts. Mauritius Telecom also provided Mrs Armance with a special\ntelephone service.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Besides the basic retirement pension, the Ministry provides the\nfollowing monthly benefits to her: Social Retirement Benefit; Severely\nHandicapped Benefit; an Income Support\nAllowance; and domiciliary visit by a\ndoctor.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mrs Marie Margot Armance was born in Amaury in a family of five\ndaughters and one son, of which she is the only surviving member. Her father\nworked as a labourer and her mother was a housewife. She attended school up to\nStandard II. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She was married to Mr Auguste Armance, a carpenter at Mon Loisir Sugar\nEstate who passed away in 1999. Mrs Armance was a homemaker who also reared\npoultry and did dressmaking to make ends meet. The couple had 11 children, four\nsons and seven daughters; two of whom are deceased.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mrs Armance has 22 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Centenarian attributes her longevity to discipline and harmonious\nlifestyle, guided by the virtues of \u2018Empathy, Tolerance, and Acceptance\u2019.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Social Security<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius hosts 23rd Automatic Exchange of Information Peer Review Group Meeting<\/h1><div id='gallery-1203' class='carousel slide mb-3' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5326' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5327' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1203' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1203' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius,\nthrough the Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA), is hosting the 23rd Automatic\nExchange of Information Peer Review Group (APRG) Meeting from 15 to 18 June\n2026, in collaboration with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and\nDevelopment (OECD). In this context, an official opening ceremony was held this\nmorning at the Integrated Customs Clearance Centre (ICCC), Le Chaland Road in\nPlaine Magnien.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">This four-day\nforum brings together 90 international delegates from 30-member countries,\nalongside virtual global assessors. The hosting of this high-level international\nmeeting reflects Mauritius\u2019 continued engagement and commitment towards\ninternational tax transparency standards, and reinforces the country\u2019s standing\nwithin the Global Forum framework.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Junior\nMinister of Finance, Mr Dhaneshwar Damry; the Director-General of the MRA, Mr\nRohit Ramnawaz; the Acting Head of Division, Monitoring & Peer Review,\nGlobal Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes, Mr\nRadhanath Housden; the Vice-Chair of APRG, Ms Annu Anand; as well as other\npersonalities were present at the opening ceremony. The Head of Global Forum\nSecretariat, Ms Maria Jos\u00e9 Garde, also attended via Zoom.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address,\nJunior Minister Damry highlighted that the MRA plays an important role in\nMauritius as it contributes more than 90% to the Consolidated Fund, which then\nfunds the National Budget. Speaking about the financial sector, he emphasised\nthat digital finance is changing at a rapid pace and there is a need to\nconstantly adapt so as to remain competitive as a country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover, he\nstated that Mauritius is now evolving into a derisking financial centre. In this regard, he emphasized that information exchange and peer reviews are critical mechanisms for achieving the country's objectives. He also reaffirmed the Government\u2019s strong commitment to peer review processes, the adoption of international best practices, and ensuring that the financial sector serves the needs of all citizens.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part,\nMRA\u2019s Director-General underlined Government's commitment to upholding\ninternational standards, promoting transparency and reinforcing cooperation\namong jurisdictions. He underscored that international cooperation in tax\nmatters has significantly evolved during the past decade and the exchange of\ninformation mechanism transformed the way jurisdictions work together to combat\ntax evasion and illicit financial gains.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Ramnawaz called on all stakeholders to strengthen their collaboration to ensure that taxpayers meet their obligations in the appropriate jurisdictions and that tax systems remain fair, transparent, and effective. According to him, the hosting of the 23rd\nAPRG Meeting reflects Mauritius\u2019 continued engagement to the international tax\ncommunity and its firm commitment to supporting the work of the Global Forum.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As for Ms Garde,\nshe commended all assessors and representatives of assessed jurisdiction for\nparticipating in this forum. She called upon them to actively contribute in the\ndiscussions concerning more than 20 jurisdictions reports.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Ms Anand, for\nher part, observed that Mauritius has hosted a number of global forums during\npast years. She pointed out that this forum is an important milestone for the\nAPRG.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The APRG is a body established under the Global Forum on Transparency\nand Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes to oversee peer reviews relating\nto the implementation of the Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) Standard.\nThe APRG is responsible for assessing whether jurisdictions have implemented\nthe required legal and operational frameworks for the effective exchange of\nfinancial account information in line with international standards.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">It was recently established to continue the work previously undertaken\nby the AEOI Group. Its principal functions include: reviewing the legal\nframeworks of Global Forum members that have committed to implement the AEOI\nStandard; assessing whether participating jurisdictions have enacted the\nnecessary domestic legislation; and evaluating the effective implementation of\nthe AEOI Standard in practice.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Finance, Taxation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communique - Provision of Services of Technical Expert for the Procurement Policy Office<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>International Day of the African Child commemorated with renewed pledge to protect children's rights<\/h1><div id='gallery-1205' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5300' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5301' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nInternational Day of the African Child, observed annually on 16 June, was marked\nduring a commemorative event organised by the National Children\u2019s Council in\ncollaboration with the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, today,\nat La Marie Water Treatment Plant, in Vacoas. The Day renews the Government\u2019s\npledge to ensuring that all children, regardless of their background, have\nequal access to education and fundamental rights.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Financial Services and Economic Planning, Dr (Mrs) Jyoti Jeetun;\nthe Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family Welfare,\nMr Jean Daniel Philippe Labonne; and the Ombudsperson for Children, Mrs Aneeta\nGhoorah, were among the main attendees.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\ntheme chosen by the African Union is \u201cEnsuring universal access to water,\nsanitation and hygiene for every child in Africa\u201d. An exhibition was also\norganised on the local theme \u201cZanfan Moris: Akter kle dan proteksion dilo ek\nlanvironman\u201d, aimed at empowering children to become agents of change in\naddressing climate-related challenges and promoting environmental stewardship.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Some\n40 students from Sir Veerasamy Ringadoo Government school; Rose Belle North\nGovernment School; Renganaden Seeneevassen State Secondary School; and Eb\u00e8ne\nState Secondary School participating in the exhibition were awarded prizes on\nthat occasion.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing\nthe students, Mr Labonne highlighted the historical significance of the Day,\nwhich was established in memory of the Soweto Uprising of 1976, when black students\nin Soweto, South Africa, protested against inferior education systems under\napartheid. He noted that the Day serves as a tribute to the courage and\nresilience of children and provides an opportunity to reflect on the progress\nachieved in advancing and protecting children's rights across the African\ncontinent.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Government,\nhe emphasised, remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding the rights\nand well-being of every child by ensuring access to quality education,\nprotection from all forms of violence, and equal opportunities that enable\nchildren to realise their full potential. He further urged children to play a\nmeaningful role in the preservation of water resources, the protection of the\nenvironment, and the promotion of sustainable development, particularly in the\ncontext of climate change.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr\nLabonne also highlighted that children have the capacity to influence positive\nchange within their communities and can serve as ambassadors for the responsible\nmanagement of natural resources, thereby contributing to the creation of a more\nsustainable, inclusive and resilient Mauritius.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Gender<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>France Boyer De La Giroday SSS marks 30 years of educational excellence<\/h1><div id='gallery-1206' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='8' 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De\nLa Giroday State Secondary School celebrated its 30th anniversary,\ntoday with an official ceremony in Plaine Magnien, marked by the launch of a\ncommemorative school magazine and the unveiling of a Laureate Board and a\ncommemorative plaque honouring the institution's achievements over the past\nthree decades.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The event was graced by the President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr\nDharambeer Gokhool; the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and\nInternational Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful; and the Minister of Education and\nHuman Resource, Dr Mahend Gungapersad.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his keynote address, President Gokhool described the school's pearl\njubilee as a landmark milestone, stating that its continued excellence remains\na source of national pride. He also praised the school's forward-thinking use\nof technology, underscoring the importance to stay at the forefront of\neducational innovation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Gokhool outlined the significant contributions of Ms France Boyer De\nLa Giroday\u2014a distinguished educator and social worker\u2014toward the empowerment of\nMauritian women. He urged students to honour her legacy by pairing academic\nexcellence with the right mindset and attitude.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Additionally, the President encouraged them to build self-confidence and\nset ambitious goals, emphasising that lifelong learning is essential. He\ninsisted that they remain focused on a greater purpose: serving the community\nand consistently acting with integrity.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As for Minister Ramful, he highlighted that since its establishment, the\ninstitution has enabled countless students to acquire the knowledge and skills\nnecessary to forge their future and drive national progress. Furthermore, he\nunderlined the importance of fostering strong values, ethics, discipline, and\nperseverance\u2014qualities he qualified as the defining pillars of success for the\nstudents, the community, and the Nation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Mahend Gungapersad underscored the school\u2019s ethos and climate as key\nto fostering strong student discipline and driving their excellent academic\nperformance. He reiterated Government's steadfast commitment to providing\ntop-tier infrastructure, human resources, and materials to ensure quality\neducation for everyone.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To better support students\u2019 diverse talents and abilities, he noted that\nthe education system is being revamped through initiatives like the Foundation\nProgramme and the three-credit system. He reassured that Government remains\ndedicated to providing every student with equal opportunities to succeed.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister urged the students to embrace perseverance, compassion,\naltruism, and humanity, while stressing the necessity of expanding their\nmultidisciplinary knowledge.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>President Gokhool urges youth to champion blood donation through social media<\/h1><div id='gallery-1207' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' 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w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5344' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5345' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1207' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1207' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To\nthe youth gathered at the Town Hall of the Municipal Council of Curepipe,\ntoday, to celebrate World Blood Donor Day, the President of the Republic of\nMauritius, Mr Dharambeer Gokhool, called on them to harness modern\ncommunication tools, particularly social media platforms, to raise awareness on\nthe importance of blood donation, and encourage their peers, together with the\nwider community, to become regular voluntary blood donors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nofficial ceremony was organised by the Blood Donors Association, in\ncollaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness and the Ministry of\nEducation and Human Resource, to commemorate World Blood Donor Day, marked\nannually on 14 June. The theme for this year is \u2018One Drop of Humanity. Give\nBlood. Save Lives\u2019.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nevent featured a march with the participation of young blood donors and\nstudents from the Curepipe region, led by the Mauritius Police and Prison\nBands. Students also took a pledge to donate blood voluntarily at least 15\ntimes during their lifetime, while winners of posters and video competitions\norganised in connection with the Day received awards.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo; the Junior Minister of\nHealth and Wellness, Mrs Anishta Babooram; the Mayor of Curepipe, Mrs Tashyana\nLatchmana Pillay Kuppadu; the Officer-in-charge of the World Health\nOrganisation Country Office in Mauritius, Dr Ajoy Nundoochan; the President of\nthe Blood Donors Association, Mr Dewanand Hossen; and other personalities were\npresent on the occasion.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\nhis address, President Gokhool highlighted the necessity of ensuring that blood\ndonation continues as a noble act of humanity. He underscored that donating\nblood is a simple gesture that can have a significant impact by saving lives.\nHe thus paid tribute to all those involved in blood donation, and commended the\nstudents who pledged to become blood donors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover,\nMr Gokhool, put forward the importance of national unity and collective action\nin addressing societal challenges such as drug abuse, violence and femicide. He\nrecalled the commitment of Government to address these issues and underlined\nthe role of the President in bringing matters of national concern to the\nattention of the Government.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For\nhis part, the Minister of Health and Wellness pointed out the remarkable\nprogress achieved by Mauritius in voluntary blood donation since the\nestablishment of the Blood Donors Association in 1988. He indicated that\nvoluntary donors account for 87.7% of the country\u2019s blood supply. \u201cIn 2025,\nsome 51,454 units of blood were collected from 33,370 registered voluntary\nblood donors,\u201d he stated.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">On\nthat score, Mr Bachoo extended his gratitude to all blood donors whose\nwillingness to donate voluntarily, without expecting anything in return,\nrepresents one of the finest expressions of humanity, solidarity and civic\nresponsibility. He paid tribute as well to the dedicated personnel of the\nNational Blood Transfusion Service, whose expertise, vigilance and commitment\nensure that the collected blood meets the highest standard of safety and\nquality.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister appealed to young people to consider becoming regular blood donors\nparticularly in light of the country\u2019s changing demographic profile. He\naffirmed that Mauritius requires an average of 140 to 150 units of blood daily\nto meet national healthcare needs, including emergencies, planned surgical\nprocedures, trauma care, obstetric emergencies, cancer treatment, and the\nmanagement of conditions such as thalassaemia, haemophilia and severe anaemia,\namong other critical medical needs.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health, Education, Youth<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communique - Closing of Offices on 30 June 2026<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Agro-Industry: Budget priorities to strengthen food security and economic resilience<\/h1><div id='gallery-1209' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5346' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5347' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5348' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5349' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5350' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5351' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5352' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5353' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5354' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Key priorities for the forthcoming national budget, including food security, agricultural modernisation, and the sustainable development of the blue economy, were outlined by the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries, Dr Arvin Boolell, during a press conference held today in Port Louis against the backdrop of global economic challenges. The Junior Minister, Mr Gilles Fabrice David, as well as chairpersons and representatives of parastatal bodies operating under the aegis of the Ministry were present.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Boolell emphasised that Government will come up with bold and forward-looking budget measures aimed at securing long-term gains for the country, reinforcing food security, strengthening economic resilience and creating new opportunities in the agro-industrial and blue economy sectors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Government, he mentioned, is also fast-tracking renewable energy initiatives, with a target of generating 20 percent of energy from biomass as part of the transition from coal. New forestry and wetland legislation are being prepared to strengthen environmental protection.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Boolell reaffirmed Mauritius\u2019 commitment to unlocking the potential of its Exclusive Economic Zone, including the Saya de Malha Bank, while pursuing the modernisation of port infrastructure.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing labour shortages, he announced the recruitment of foreign workers from Nepal, India and Madagascar adding that 300 workers are expected in the coming days.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Referring to external economic pressures, including disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the imposition of a 15 percent United States tariff, Dr Boolell stressed the need to safeguard Mauritius\u2019 interests as a Small Island Developing State.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Minister Boolell also expressed concern over the United Kingdom\u2019s decision to grant duty-free tuna access to all exporting countries, indicating that the measure could undermine Mauritius\u2019 longstanding competitive advantage and adversely affect the local tuna industry, which generates nearly Rs 14 billion annually.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Agriculture, Fisheries, Ocean Economy<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Domestic Abuse Bill to strengthen legal protection framework in Mauritius<\/h1><div id='gallery-1210' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1210' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1210' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5355' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5356' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1210' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1210' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\na significant step towards strengthening the national framework for the\nprotection of victims of abuse, Cabinet has agreed to the introduction of the\nDomestic Abuse Bill into the National Assembly. The main object of the Bill is\nto repeal the Protection from Domestic Violence Act and re-enact a more\ncomprehensive and responsive legislative framework.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nBill has been developed to address the evolving and increasingly complex forms\nof domestic abuse, ensuring that the legal system responds more effectively to\nthe needs of victims. It seeks to widen the definition of domestic abuse to\ninclude, among others, economic, emotional and psychological abuse.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">It\nfurther aims to enhance the protection and safety of victims and their\nchildren, prevent and reduce acts of domestic abuse to the greatest extent\npossible, while ensuring that perpetrators are held accountable for their\nactions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To\nachieve these objectives, the Bill makes provisions for an effective and more\naccessible judicial system for domestic abuse orders; improved\ninformation-sharing among relevant stakeholders to assess, manage and prevent\nthe risk of domestic abuse; the introduction of rehabilitation programmes for\nperpetrators; and the creation of offences for contraventions of domestic abuse\norders.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Cabinet\nhas also taken note that the Attorney-General\u2019s Office is working on amendments\nto the Criminal Code to include Femicide and Marital Rape as offences under the\nAct.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Gender<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Diabetes and Vascular Centre inaugurated at Floreal Mediclinic<\/h1><div id='gallery-1211' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5372' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5373' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5374' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5375' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5376' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5377' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5378' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5379' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5380' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5381' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5382' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5383' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A new Diabetes and Vascular Centre was inaugurated\nyesterday at Floreal Mediclinic, marking a significant step towards enhancing\nspecialised healthcare services for patients living with diabetes and vascular\ndiseases in Mauritius.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The opening ceremony was\nheld in presence of the Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo. The Minister\nof Financial Services and Economic Planning, Dr (Mrs) Jyoti Jeetun, the\nMinister of Arts and Culture, Mr Mahendra Gondeea as well as other\npersonalities were present.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Centre has been established to provide\ncomprehensive and integrated care through a multidisciplinary approach\nencompassing the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of diabetes\nand vascular conditions. The initiative aims to improve patient outcomes and\nreduce complications associated with non-communicable diseases.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In a statement, Minister\nBachoo recalled that provisions had been made in the Budget 2024\u20132025 for the\nestablishment of specialised diabetes centres across the regional hospitals in\nMauritius. He highlighted that diabetes remains a major public health concern,\naffecting approximately 20 per cent of the population. He further noted that\naround 700 amputations are performed annually due to diabetes-related\ncomplications, a figure he described as alarming for a small island nation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister pointed out that three Diabetes and\nVascular Centres are already operational at Sir Anerood Jugnauth Hospital, Sir\nSeewoosagur Ramgoolam National Hospital and Dr A.G. Jeetoo Hospital. With the\ninauguration of the Floreal Mediclinic facility, the number of centres has now\nincreased to four. He further announced that a fifth centre is expected to be\ninaugurated shortly in the vicinity of Rose Belle Hospital.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Minister Bachoo expressed confidence that the\nnetwork of specialised centres would strengthen the management of diabetes and\nvascular diseases, contribute to reducing the number of amputations, and\nimprove the quality of life of patients in Mauritius.<br><\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Proposed Traffic Diversion Scheme along Phoenix - Plaisance Road A10<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Traffic Management<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communique\u0301 de Presse - ICTA<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Minister Woochit calls for results-oriented approach to strengthen Local Governance<\/h1><div id='gallery-1214' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5402' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5403' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5404' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5405' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5406' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5407' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5408' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5409' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5410' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5411' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Local Government, Mr Ranjiv Woochit, met today in Port Louis, with\nthe newly elected Lord Mayor and Deputy Lord Mayor of the Municipal City\nCouncil of Port Louis, as well as the Mayors and Deputy Mayors of the Municipal\nCouncils of Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes and Vacoas-Phoenix. The meeting provided a platform to discuss\nkey priorities aimed at improving municipal service delivery and enhancing the\nquality of life of citizens.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\na statement following the meeting, Minister Woochit described the discussions\nas constructive and fruitful, noting that it was his first official meeting\nwith the newly elected municipal leaders. He underscored the importance of\nadopting a results-oriented approach to local governance and urged municipal\nadministrations to focus on areas that directly impact residents on a daily\nbasis.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Among\nthe priorities highlighted were cleanliness, efficient refuse collection,\nmaintenance of drains, improvement of street lighting, market management,\npromotion of sports and community activities, and the prompt handling of public\ncomplaints. The Minister also stressed the importance of strengthening revenue\ncollection from municipal assets such as wedding halls, with the funds\ngenerated being reinvested in maintenance and service improvements.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing\nthe issue of street lighting, Mr Woochit pointed out that many lights in public\nspaces, including parks, streets, markets and gardens, are currently defective.\nHe called for urgent repairs and the installation of additional lighting in\npoorly lit areas to enhance public safety and security.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister further emphasised the need to improve hygiene standards and safety\nmeasures in municipal markets, particularly in food courts, while advocating\nfor the proper upkeep of football grounds and children's playgrounds.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr\nWoochit also highlighted the importance of an effective complaints management\nsystem, stating that every complaint should be recorded, addressed and monitored.\nAccording to him, complaints provide valuable insights into shortcomings in\nservice delivery and help identify areas requiring immediate attention.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nconcluded by urging municipal leaders to work towards restoring public\nconfidence in local government through improved service delivery,\naccountability and responsible management, while assuring them of the\nMinistry\u2019s full support in achieving these objectives.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Others<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Empowerment programme highlights well-being and professional development of headmasters<\/h1><div id='gallery-1215' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='12' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5384' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5388' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5389' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5390' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5391' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5392' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5393' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5394' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5397' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5398' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5399' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5400' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5401' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nwell-being of school administrators and their continuous professional\ndevelopment were at the heart of an empowerment programme held today at the Coral\nAzur Beach Resort, Mont Choisy. The Minister of Education and Human Resource,\nDr Mahend Gungapersad, was present at the opening ceremony.<br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nActing Director of Directorate Zone 1, Mrs S. Mahadowa-Reechaye; the Acting\nDirector (Primary Education, Curriculum Development and Evaluation), Dr J. N\nGenevieve; and over 100 headmasters, were among the attendees. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Opening\nthe session, Minister Gungapersad paid tribute to the vital role of school\nleaders, noting that the education system rests on their shoulders. He emphasised\nthat their dedication and leadership is instrumental in thriving the education\nsystem. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nfurther stressed the importance of self-management, reminding that one must\nfirst learn to manage oneself before managing a school. He underlined the\nrelevance of the session on managing stress and burnout, noting that leading a\nprimary school is no easy task, particularly when schools cater for between 800\nand 1,000 students.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister acknowledged the numerous challenges faced by headmasters, including\nfinancial constraints, social issues such as drug abuse and juvenile pregnancy,\nand other complex situations that require careful navigation. In this context, he highlighted the\nimportance of mental health and well-being for school leaders.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nencouraged the holding of more sessions focusing on wellness and personal\ndevelopment for headmasters, while commending their daily commitment to the\neducation system and their efforts in shaping future generations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Referring\nto the ongoing preparation of the Blueprint for the education sector, Minister\nGungapersad underscored the importance of adapting the document to address\nemerging challenges and developments in education. He noted that the envisaged\nreforms are intended to enhance learning outcomes, benefit children and equip\nthem to become the ambassadors of tomorrow. <\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Electrosurgical Units<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius commemorates Day of the African Child 2026<\/h1><div id='gallery-1217' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' 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Mauritius, to mark the Day of the African Child, observed annually on 16 June.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The celebrations for this year is focused on the theme \u201cEnsuring universal access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for every child in Africa\u201d, highlighting it as a fundamental right essential to children\u2019s health, dignity and development. The event aimed to promote dialogue and awareness on children\u2019s rights while providing a platform for young people to share their perspectives on issues affecting children across Africa.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The programme included interventions from two representatives of the Jeunes Ambassadeurs des Droits des Enfants, who shared an African youth perspective, as well as a prize-giving ceremony recognising students who participated in the sensitisation campaign \u201cPromoting Child Rights through Mural Painting\u201d, which encouraged creative expression on children\u2019s rights.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The event was attended by the Permanent Delegate of Mauritius to UNESCO, Ms Marie Jasmine Toulouse-Olivier; the Ombudsperson for Children, Mrs Aneeta Ghoorah; students and teachers.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In her address, Ms Toulouse-Olivier emphasised Mauritius\u2019 dual identity as an African nation and a Small Island Developing State within UNESCO priorities. She highlighted cultural identity, particularly the promotion of Mauritian Creole as a tool for inclusion, and reaffirmed children\u2019s rights to education, health, hygiene, housing, protection and a safe environment. She also stressed the importance of responsibility, respect, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence in a multicultural society, while drawing attention to social challenges affecting young people, including substance abuse and inequality.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mrs Ghoorah, for her part, underpinned the need to translate children\u2019s rights into daily realities, particularly access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities. She noted the challenges still faced by some children and emphasised the importance of collective action. She further highlighted the role of initiatives such as the mural painting campaign in empowering children to express their understanding of rights and strengthen awareness within schools and communities.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Day of the African Child<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Day of the African Child is commemorated annually to honour the children of Soweto who participated in the 1976 demonstration in South Africa. It serves as a reminder of the need to continuously protect, promote, and amplify the rights and voices of children across Africa.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Others, Equal opportunities<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Supply, Installation, Configuration and Commissioning of Consolidation Software.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Waste Paper Collection and Recycling Project rolled out in schools nationwide<\/h1><div id='gallery-1219' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5453' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5454' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5455' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5456' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5457' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5458' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5459' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5460' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5461' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of\nEnvironment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change, Mr Rajesh Bhagwan,\nurged children to become ambassadors of environmental protection and play an\nactive role in promoting recycling habits across Mauritius.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He was speaking, this\nmorning, at the launch of the National Waste Paper Collection and Recycling\nProject in Primary and Secondary Schools, held at S.K. Kanhye Government School\nin Goodlands. The project, which will be implemented in some 246 primary and\nsecondary schools, is an initiative of the Ministry of Environment, Solid Waste\nManagement and Climate Change in collaboration with the Ministry of Education\nand Human Resource. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of\nEducation and Human Resource, Dr Mahend Gungapersad; Members of the National\nAssembly, Messrs Nitish Sharma Beejan and Rameshwar Etwareea; and other\npersonalities also attended the event.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The project aims to\ninculcate recycling habits among children from an early age, educate them on\nthe importance of environmental stewardship, and encourage responsible waste\nmanagement practices. It builds on the successful implementation of a pilot\nphase last year in 22 primary and secondary schools across the country, during\nwhich students collected old books, notebooks, newspapers, and cardboard for\nrecycling at the WeCycle plant.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address,\nMinister Bhagwan underscored that environmental protection is a shared\nresponsibility requiring the commitment of every citizen. He pointed out that\naround 14 per cent of the waste disposed of at the Mare Chicose landfill\nconsists of paper that could be recycled, and highlighted the environmental\ncost of paper production, noting that millions of trees are cut down worldwide\neach day. In this context, he called for greater efforts to reduce paper waste,\npromote recycling, and preserve natural resources for future generations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Referring to the\npilot project, the Minister indicated that 18.8 tonnes of paper were collected\nin less than a year, resulting in more than 300 trees being saved and\napproximately 488,000 litres of water being conserved. Encouraged by these\npositive outcomes, he added that the initiative has now been extended to more\nschools to further strengthen efforts to reduce the volume of waste sent to\nMare Chicose. He also announced that new initiatives would soon be introduced\nto tackle plastic pollution and appealed to the population to make greater\nefforts to protect the environment for future generations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part, Dr\nGungapersad reiterated his Ministry\u2019s support for initiatives led by the\nMinistry of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change aimed at\npromoting environmental protection and sustainable practices among students. He\nfurther urged students to assist their parents in maintaining cleanliness at\nhome, stressing that such good environmental practices begin within the family\nand should be developed from an early age.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Environment, Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius celebrates a new Centenarian, Mrs Pabitree Bissessur<\/h1><div id='gallery-1220' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1220' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' 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class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mrs Pabitree Bissessur celebrated her 100th birthday during\nan official ceremony held on 14 June 2026 in Triolet.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Organised by the Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and\nNational Solidarity, the ceremony was attended by the Minister of Local\nGovernment, Mr Ranjiv Woochit; the Member of Parliament, Mr Kaviraj Rookny; the\nVice-Chairperson of the District Council of Pamplemousses, Mr Brian Ng Fuk\nChong; along with representatives of the Senior Citizens Council, family\nmembers and friends.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">On the occasion, Mrs Bissessur was honoured with a bouquet, a\ncentenarian medal and a certificate, along with a cheque of Rs 26,203 from the\nMinistry. She also received household and utility gifts including an air fryer\nand a set of kitchen utensils, while the Senior Citizens Council offered a\ncommemorative package comprising a shield, bath towel, hand towel and birthday\ncard. In addition, the National Solidarity Fund presented a cheque of Rs 10,000\nand Mauritius Telecom provided a special handsfree telephone service.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Born on 10 June 1926 in Belle Vue Pilot, Mrs Bissessur was the daughter\nof the late Mr Jeetun Seewoochurun, formerly a labourer at Belle Vue Harel\nSugar Estate and Mrs Gunessee Sundari, a housewife. She grew up in a family of\nfour children and is now the only surviving member of her siblings.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She married Mr Seerkissoon Bissessur in 1954 and the couple was engaged\nin cattle rearing and agricultural work. She later continued farming activities\nand livestock rearing throughout her life. The couple had seven children, of\nwhom three are still alive. She is also the proud grandmother of 10\ngrandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The centenarian enjoys a simple lifestyle and is fond of non-vegetarian\nmeals, particularly fish briani, chicken fried rice as well as chicken and fish\ncurries. She also enjoys watching television. She attributes her longevity to a\nlife of hard work, discipline, and simplicity, especially through her years in\nagriculture and livestock rearing.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Social Security<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Health Authorities Conduct Ebola Response Drill at SSR International Airport<\/h1><div id='gallery-1221' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1221' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1221' data-bs-slide-to='1' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5440' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5441' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1221' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1221' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As\npart of Mauritius\u2019 preparedness and response efforts against the Ebola Virus\nDisease (EVD), an Ebola Simulation Exercise was carried out this morning at the\nArrival Terminal of the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in\nPlaisance. The exercise was organised by the Ministry of Health and Wellness in\ncollaboration with Airports of Mauritius Co. Ltd (AML), Airport Terminal\nOperations Ltd (ATOL), and other relevant stakeholder agencies.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nexercise aimed to assess the effectiveness and responsiveness of the various\nagencies involved in the event of a suspected EVD case entering Mauritius. It\nalso sought to ensure that the strict protocols currently in place remain\neffective under operational pressure, and to evaluate inter-agency coordination\nthrough the mobilisation of airport stakeholders, including medical personnel\nand security forces, for the identification, management, and isolation of any\npotential suspected case.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo; the Junior Minister, Mrs\nAnishta Babooram; the Chief Executive Officer of AML and ATOL, Mr Lormus\nBundhoo; as well as other personalities attended the exercise.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\na statement, Minister Bachoo reassured that vigilance remains at the highest\nlevel with regard to EVD, while highlighting the ongoing efforts to manage\ncases of chikungunya, dengue, Mpox and leptospirosis in Mauritius. He further\nnoted that a preparatory meeting had been convened ahead of the simulation\nexercise to identify and assess possible scenarios.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Speaking\nabout the exercise, he indicated that three potential scenarios had been\nidentified: the detection of a suspected infected passenger on board the\naircraft, at the airport through thermal screening, or at the immigration\ncounter. He explained that, in each case, the established protocol requires the\nimmediate involvement of the medical officer stationed at the airport, together\nwith officers from the sanitary division, to assess whether the individual presents\nsymptoms consistent with EVD.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Should\nthe individual be suspected or confirmed to have EVD, the necessary\narrangements would be made for his or her transfer to the New Souillac Hospital\nfor appropriate medical care and treatment. A quarantine facility at Riambel\nwould also be activated to accommodate individuals who may have come into\ncontact with the infected person, as well as those presenting partial EVD\nsymptoms.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Minister\nBachoo further emphasised that the Ministry of Health and Wellness, in collaboration\nwith AML and ATOL, would continue to closely monitor the situation and\nimplement all necessary measures to prevent the introduction and spread of EVD\nin Mauritius.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health, Others<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Medical Equipment for J. Nehru Hospital.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>President Gokhool and PM Ramgoolam attend reception marking South Africa\u2019s Freedom Day<\/h1><div id='gallery-1223' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5462' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5463' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5464' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5465' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5466' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5467' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5468' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5469' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5470' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5471' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5472' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u2018The\nrelationship of Mauritius and South Africa transcends politics, and is deeply\nrooted in the people. Through the best of times and the worst, we have stood\ntogether, guided by the enduring principles of multiculturalism and sovereign\nequality\u2019.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">This\nstatement was made, yesterday, by the High Commissioner\nof South Africa to Mauritius, and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, Dr (Mrs) Hlamalani\nNelly Manzini, as she hosted a reception to mark the 32nd\nFreedom Day of the Republic of South Africa, at the RM Garden in Trianon.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nevent was graced by the President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr Dharambeer\nGokhool; the Prime Minister, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam; the Deputy Prime\nMinister, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, Mrs Marie Arianne\nNavarre-Marie; and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and\nInternational Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful. Toasts were exchanged in celebration\nof the longstanding bilateral relations between the two nations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nVice-President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr Jean Yvan Robert Hungley; the\nSpeaker of the National Assembly, Mrs Shirin Aumeeruddy-Cziffra; Cabinet\nMinisters; Junior Ministers; members of the Diplomatic Corps and dignitaries\nwere also present.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\nher address, the High Commissioner reflected on the historic journey that led\nto the birth of South Africa\u2019s Rainbow Nation, emerging from the shackles of\napartheid and colonialism. She noted that the celebratory evening coincided\nwith one of the most significant observances on the United Nations calendar\u2014the\nInternational Day of the African Child. The day, she recalled, holds special\nsignificance for South Africa as it commemorates the contribution made by young\npeople towards the attainment of freedom of our country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr\nHlamalani Nelly Manzini recalled that on 16 June 1976, students took to the\nstreets to defy the Afrikaans Medium Decree, fighting a system deliberately\ndesigned to limit their futures, emphasising that their blood and sacrifice\nhave nurtured the inclusive education systems of today. She highlighted that\nthis shared democratic triumph has given rise to one of the strongest pillars\nof the South Africa\u2013Mauritius bilateral relationship: the education sector.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She\nunderscored the Government\u2019s generous scholarship scheme for African students,\nwhich she stressed, lays a vital foundation for the realisation of Mauritius\u2019\nvision of becoming a regional education hub. As regards the African Leadership\nCollege hosted in Mauritius, she expressed conviction that it is poised to\nbecome a leading centre for nurturing future African leaders who will\ncontribute to regional integration.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nHigh Commissioner also underlined that the two Nations have strengthened their\neconomic collaboration, with an expanding presence of South African companies\nin Mauritius, reflecting the deep trust in the local financial ecosystem,\nrooted in a shared moral commitment and common values. These investments serve\nas a living testament to a purposeful bilateral relationship that actively\ndrives mutual economic growth, she added.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She\nfurthermore pointed to the principles of good governance and accountability\nthat define the South Africa\u2013Mauritius partnership. These shared values, she noted, have\ntranslated into tangible cooperation, with Mauritius being selected as one of\nthe first countries to benefit from the capacity-building programme of the\nAuditor-General of South Africa. Beyond\ngovernance, she informed that capacity-building initiatives also extended to\npromoting arts and culture through close collaborations with the Nelson Mandela\nCentre for African Culture and the Mauritius Film Development Corporation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Noting\nthat the two countries have weathered major challenges together\u2014including the\nCOVID-19 pandemic\u2014Dr Hlamalani Nelly Manzini renewed South Africa\u2019s unflinching\nsupport for Mauritius in its ongoing pursuit of sovereignty over the Chagos\nArchipelago.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As\nher five-and-a-half-year tenure as South African High Commissioner to Mauritius\ndraws to a close, she reflected fondly on her many interactions with the\nMauritian people and expressed appreciation for the strong spirit of unity that\ncharacterises the nation. Concluding her remarks, and in her capacity as Dean\nof the Diplomatic Corps, she extended her sincere gratitude to her fellow\ndiplomats for their unwavering support throughout her mandate.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius to be represented at 75th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting by PhD student<\/h1><div id='gallery-1224' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5473' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5474' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5475' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5476' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5477' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5478' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5479' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5480' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius will be\nrepresented at the 75th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting, dedicated to\nthe theme of Interdisciplinarity, by Ms Lakshmi Yaneesha Sujeeun, a PhD student\nin Artificial Intelligence applied to Materials Science at the University of\nMauritius.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Ministry of Tertiary\nEducation, Science and Research, in collaboration with the Lindau Council,\nannually co-sponsors one Mauritian scientist to participate in this prestigious\nmeeting, which will be held from 28 June to 3 July 2026 in Lindau, Germany.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A symbolic handing-over\nceremony of the air ticket to the Mauritian nominee was held, yesterday at the\nOpen University of Mauritius in R\u00e9duit, in the presence of the Minister of\nTertiary Education, Science and Research, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon, and other\npersonalities.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Congratulating Ms Sujeeun on\nher selection, Minister Sukon highlighted the importance of her participation\nin this international gathering and encouraged her to make full use of the\nopportunities offered by the platform.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister stressed the\nimportance of bridging the gap between academia and industry, while further\nstrengthening collaboration between the two sectors. He underlined that\nuniversities must work closely with the business community to transform\ninnovative ideas into practical solutions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Sukon also expressed the\nwish to see more Mauritians engage in research, noting the progress achieved\nover the years in terms of both the quality and quantity of scientific\npublications. He emphasised the need to move beyond research outputs by translating\nideas into enterprises that can contribute to the socio-economic development of\nthe country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For her part, Ms Sujeeun\ndescribed her selection as an important milestone in her academic journey. She\nsaid the experience would allow her to interact with Nobel Laureates and\nleading researchers from around the world, while enabling her to bring back valuable\nknowledge and expertise to Mauritius. She reaffirmed her commitment to\ncontributing to the advancement of science and innovation in the country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The 75th Lindau\nNobel Laureate Meeting is expected to bring together around 600 young\nresearchers from across the world, providing them with a unique opportunity to\nengage with Nobel Laureates and exchange ideas on scientific challenges and\ndiscoveries.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius and Italy to deepen cooperation in Higher Education and Research<\/h1><div id='gallery-1225' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1225' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5492' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1225' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1225' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">With\na view to strengthening international academic cooperation and enhancing the\nquality of tertiary education and research, Cabinet has agreed to the signing\nof a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Tertiary\nEducation, Science and Research and the Universit\u00e0 Politecnica delle Marche of\nthe Italian Republic.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nproposed collaboration seeks to enhance the mobility and exchange of students,\nacademics and researchers while fostering cooperation in several fields of\nmutual interest including Teacher Education, Nursing, Paramedicine, Hospitality\nand Tourism. Through this partnership, students will be empowered with the\nknowledge, practical competencies and international exposure necessary to\ncontribute meaningfully to these professional sectors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\ninitiative forms part of Government's broader strategy to internationalise the\nMauritian tertiary education sector and position the country as a regional\ncentre of excellence for higher education, research and innovation.<\/p>\n\nThe signing of the Memorandum of Understanding is\nexpected to generate significant strategic benefits for local public higher\neducation institutions and the country at large. It will contribute to the\ndevelopment of a highly skilled and globally competitive workforce, strengthen\ninstitutional partnerships and create new opportunities for academic and\nresearch collaboration.<\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education, Cabinet Decisions<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancy - Post of Catering Supervisor Rodrigues Regional Assembly (Health)<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Open Day at the Public Service Commission<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>World Blood Donor Day: UTM encourages youth participation in blood donation<\/h1><div id='gallery-1228' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5481' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5482' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5483' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5484' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5485' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5486' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5487' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5488' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5489' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5490' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5491' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The University\nof Technology, Mauritius (UTM) in collaboration with the Blood Donors\nAssociation (BDA), organised today, a motivational workshop on the \u201c15 Pledge\u201d\nInitiative for staff and students at its campus in Pointe aux Sables, to mark\nWorld Blood Donor Day and to raise awareness on voluntary regular blood\ndonation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">This\ninitiative forms part of the University\u2019s efforts to encourage more individuals\nto become lifelong donors and promote civic responsibility among young people.\nA blood donation campaign will also be organised on 24 June 2026 at the\nUniversity\u2019s campus. The activity will be open to staff, students and members\nof the surrounding community. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Speaking on\nthe occasion, the Director-General of the UTM, Professor (Dr) Hemant Chittoo,\nhighlighted the importance of fostering a culture of voluntary blood donation\namong the youth. He emphasised that a single blood donation can save lives and\npaid tribute to blood donors as unsung heroes who make a vital contribution to society.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Professor\nChittoo further reaffirmed the University\u2019s commitment to initiatives that\nsupport health promotion and community engagement.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Also present\nat the event, the President of the BDA, Mr Dewanand Hossen, underscored the\ncontinuous need for safe and adequate blood supplies for accident victims,\nsurgical patients, expectant mothers and individuals suffering from chronic\nillnesses. He appealed to students to become regular blood donors and to\nencourage their families and communities to participate in blood donation\nprogrammes.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Hossen\nmoreover drew attention to the challenges posed by Mauritius\u2019 ageing\npopulation, leading to a decline in the number of active blood donors. He\nencouraged participants to wear the blood donor honour badge with pride.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nmotivational session featured testimonies from blood donors and recipients, who\nshared personal experiences on the life-saving impact of blood donation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">World Blood\nDonor Day<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The World\nBlood Donor Day, observed annually on 14 June, aims to raise awareness of the\nneed for safe blood and blood products while recognising the invaluable\ncontribution of voluntary, unpaid blood donors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The \u201c15\nPledge\u201d Initiative<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The \u201c15\nPledge\u201d Initiative encourages individuals to commit to donating blood at least\nfifteen times during their lifetime. The pledge symbolises a sustained\ncommitment to compassion, solidarity and service to the community. A single\nblood donation has the potential to save up to three lives.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Consumer Protection (Price Label) Regulations 2026<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Press Communique - Enlistment of Part Time Instructors<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Job and Training Fair - Municipal Council of Quatre Bornes<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius and C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire explore new avenues for Trade and Investment<\/h1><div id='gallery-1232' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1232' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1232' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5493' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5494' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1232' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1232' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The enhancement of economic\ncooperation between the Republic of Mauritius and the Republic of C\u00f4te d'Ivoire\nwas at the centre of discussions during a meeting held, today, in\nPort Louis between the Junior Minister of Finance, Mr Dhaneshwar Damry, and a\ndelegation from the Conf\u00e9d\u00e9ration G\u00e9n\u00e9rale des Entreprises de C\u00f4te d'Ivoire\n(CGECI), led by its President and prominent representative of the Ivorian private\nsector, Mr Ahmed Ciss\u00e9.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The delegation was accompanied by the Chief Executive\nOfficer of Business Mauritius, Mr Kevin Ramkaloan; the representative of\nBusiness Mauritius on the Alliance des Patronats Francophones, Mr\nPhilippe Espitalier-No\u00ebl; and members of the Mauritian business community.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Discussions focused on strengthening both countries\u2019 private\nsector collaboration through enhanced dialogue, increased investment\nopportunities, knowledge-sharing and the development of strategic business\npartnerships. Ways to facilitate market access and promote cross-border\ninvestments by leveraging the respective strengths of Mauritius and C\u00f4te\nd'Ivoire were also on the agenda.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The meeting underlined the Mauritian Government's\ncommitment to deepen its economic engagement with Africa and strengthen\npartnerships with high-potential economies across the continent. It is expected\nto foster stronger institutional links and open new opportunities for trade and\ninvestment, benefiting businesses in both countries and contributing to a more\nintegrated and dynamic African economic landscape.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Business, Commerce, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancy Notice - ICT Technician - STC<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a 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roster)<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Cancellation Notice - COASTAL PROTECTION, LANDSCAPING AND INFRASTRUCTURAL WORKS AT TROU AUX BICHES<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p 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class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nnecessity to have a multidisciplinary approach to treat patients with diabetes\nwas highlighted, yesterday, during a lecture on diabetes and diabetes footcare\norganised by the Ministry of Health and Wellness at Paul Octave Wi\u00e9h\u00e9\nAuditorium in R\u00e9duit.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A\nteam from the University of Leicester Hospitals NHS Trust in the United Kingdom\ncomprising the Consultant Physician and Diabetologist, Dr Sew-Chine\nMarie-France Kong Yao Fah; the Consultant Podiatric Surgeon, Mr Rajesh Jogia;\nand the Foot Lead and Advanced Diabetes Nurse Practitioner, Ms Rachel\nBerrington, shared their expertise and experiences with medical practitioners,\nnurses and students.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nkey message conveyed during the lecture was that the large global disease and\neconomic burdens caused by diabetic foot ulcer can be considerably reduced when\nevidence-based treatment is implemented by healthcare professionals and\nmultidisciplinary foot care team.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover,\npresentations by the experts demonstrated that early management is more cost\neffective and resource-efficient while late management leads to longer\nadmissions and surgery. Early referral was identified as a key factor in\npreventing complications, reducing amputation risk and improving outcomes.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">During\nthe lecture, experts also pointed out that off-loading, which reduces pressure\nfrom ulcers, is essential for both prevention and healing. They underlined too\nthe crucial role of appropriate antibiotics and surgical intervention.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\nher presentation, Dr Sew-Chine Marie-France Kong Yao Fah thus stressed that\nworldwide, diabetes-related complications result in the amputation of a lower\nlimb every 30 seconds. She remarked that people with diabetes are over 20 times\nmore likely to undergo lower-limb amputation than people without the condition.\nDr Kong Yao Fah also explained how early interventions can slow the progression\nof chronic kidney disease and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease namely\nthrough lifestyle modifications, effective glycaemic and blood pressure control\nalong with the appropriate use of medication.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For\nhis part, Mr Rajesh Jogia elaborated on the importance of establishing\nmultidisciplinary foot care teams and outlined the various specialists who\nshould be involved in delivering patient-centred treatment. These include\ndiabetologists and diabetes specialist nurses to address optimal glycaemic\ncontrol; microbiologists and surgeons to manage infections; vascular surgeons\nand radiologists to address ischaemia; plaster nurses, orthotists, podiatrists\nand surgeons to treat Charcot arthropathy; and tissue viability nurses and\npodiatrist surgeons for wound management. Mr Jogia also dwelt on the surgical\nand non-surgical treatment options provided, including the local delivery of\nantibiotics to affected ulcer sites.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As\nfor Ms Rachel Berrington, she expounded upon the National Diabetes Foot Care\nAudit, which enables diabetic footcare services to assess their performance\nagainst the clinical guidelines of the National Institute for Health and Care\nExcellence (NICE) and benchmark themselves against peer units. She further\ndetailed the benefits and practical application of effective off-loading\ntechniques, which evidence shows can accelerate ulcer healing, prevent\ndeterioration and reduce the risk of infection.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>REVIEW OF THE BLOCKMAKING, CONSTRUCTION, STONE CRUSHING AND RELATED INDUSTRIES (REMUNERATION) REGULATIONS 2019<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a 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Mauritius, Dr Huang Shifang.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Speaking\non the occasion, Minister Mahomed reaffirmed the Government's commitment to\nmodernising the public transport sector and advancing sustainable mobility. He\nhighlighted that the project, jointly financed by the Republic of Mauritius and\nthe People\u2019s Republic of China, constitutes an important milestone in the Mauritius'\ntransition towards greener transportation. The initiative, he noted, forms part\nof broader efforts to reduce carbon emissions while improving the efficiency\nand quality of the public transport network.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister pointed out that the five electric buses, which are now stationed at\nthe National Transport Corporation's (NTC) Bonne Terre Depot, will contribute\nto the Corporation's strategy of operating a hybrid fleet comprising both\nelectric and conventional buses. He also welcomed the technical support\nprovided by the People\u2019s Republic of China, including the installation of\ncharging infrastructure and the training of 25 NTC personnel in the operation\nand maintenance of the vehicles.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr\nMahomed further underscored that the project reflects the longstanding\nfriendship and cooperation between Mauritius and the People\u2019s Republic of China,\nas well as their shared commitment to sustainable development and environmental\nprotection.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For\nher part, Ambassador Huang Shifang highlighted that the donation will support\nthe electrification of Mauritius' public bus fleet and contribute to the country's\ntransition towards cleaner, greener and more sustainable transportation. She\nexpressed satisfaction that the five electric buses will officially enter\nservice tomorrow, marking a new chapter in Mauritius' public transport\nmodernisation efforts.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Recalling\nher country's previous donations of conventional buses in 2016 and 2018, she\nnoted that the introduction of electric buses reflects the two nations shared\ncommitment to promoting environmentally friendly and low-carbon transport\nsolutions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nAmbassador expressed hope that the project would pave the way for deeper\ncollaboration between the two countries in promoting a sustainable future. She\nalso reiterated her country's continued support for Mauritius, while reaffirming\nappreciation for the longstanding friendship shared by both nations.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Bilateral cooperation, Transport<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Procurement of Laboratory Reagents and Consumables for Molecular Biology Department, Central Health Laboratory<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius reaffirms commitment to Agenda 2063 at national workshop<\/h1><div id='gallery-1242' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5510' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5511' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5512' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5513' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5514' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5515' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5516' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5517' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5518' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Agenda\n2063 sets before us a Pan-African vision of an integrated, prosperous and\npeaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens. Mauritius is committed to playing\nits full part in realising that vision.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr\nDhananjay Ramful, made this statement today, as he launched the National\nWorkshop on the Second Ten Year Implementation Plan (STYIP) of Agenda 2063: The\nAfrica We Want, in Eb\u00e8ne. The Junior Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional\nIntegration and International Trade, Mr Hambyrajen Narsinghen, was also present\non the occasion.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\nhis keynote address, Minister Dhananjay Ramful described Agenda 2063 as a\nwhole-of-society undertaking, whose success rests as much on the Government, as\non private sector partners, the academia and the civil society.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Referring\nto the theme of the workshop, \u2018Domesticating Agenda 2063 - Mauritius\u2019 Strategic\nPositioning under the Second Ten Year Implementation Plan\u2019, the Minister dwelt\non the key importance of the domestication of a continental framework. It is the step that makes delivery possible,\nturning a continental aspiration into a commitment our own institutions carry,\nhe emphasised.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover,\nhe delineated three core pillars required to achieve the \u201cAfrica We Want\u201d at\nnational level, namely: mainstreaming of the aspirations of Agenda 2063 in the\ninstruments of the Government; measurement of actions delivered, for better\nevidence and reporting; and people-driven ownership that harness the potential\nof the people, women and youth.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister highlighted that under the First Ten-Year Implementation Plan,\nMauritius' overall performance rose to 67 percent this year, building on scores\nof 50 percent in 2021 and 55 percent in 2023.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">With\nregard to Agenda 2063, Mr Dhananjay Ramful underlined that Mauritius will\nleverage its strengths including a stable democracy, an established financial\ncentre, and act as a bridge between Africa and the wider Indian Ocean and Asian\neconomies.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">According\nto him, if Africa is to be an influential global player, Small Island\nDeveloping States like Mauritius must position themselves strategically through\nthe supply of credibility, of ideas, and of trusted ground on which others can\nmeet.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nstressed that as Mauritius domesticates Agenda 2063, its key priorities should\ninclude the ocean economy, fintech, services trade, and active engagement in\ncontinental flagship projects.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: International Trade<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>NCC workshop focuses on youth participation in cooperative sector<\/h1><div id='gallery-1243' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5533' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5534' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5535' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5536' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5537' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5538' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5539' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5540' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5541' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5542' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5543' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5544' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">An initiative of the National Co-operative College (NCC), a one-day workshop on the theme \u201cYouth and Cooperatives: Building the Future Together\u201d was launched this morning in Terre Rouge. The workshop seeks to promote greater awareness among young people of the cooperative model and to encourage their active engagement in the cooperative sector as a pathway to entrepreneurship, social inclusion, and sustainable economic development.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of Industry, SMEs and Cooperatives, Mr Sayed Muhammad Aadil Ameer Meea, was present at the event alongside the Director of the NCC, Mr Sanjeev Coonjobeeharry. Around 200 students from secondary schools attended the workshop. Through presentations and interactive discussions, participants were apprised of the opportunities offered by cooperatives and the important role that youth can play in ensuring the continued growth and sustainability of the cooperative movement.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his keynote address, Minister Ameer Meea highlighted the importance of the cooperative model in fostering collaboration, innovation and entrepreneurship among young people. He pointed out that, in a rapidly changing world driven by technological advancements and artificial intelligence, success increasingly depends on the ability to work collectively, adapt to change and develop innovative solutions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister recalled that the cooperative movement has, for more than a century, contributed to the socio-economic development of Mauritius and currently generates approximately Rs 7 billion for the economy.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover, Minister Ameer Meea underscored the need for greater youth participation in the cooperative sector, highlighting that many cooperative societies are facing an ageing membership. He encouraged young people to embrace cooperative entrepreneurship as a pathway to creating opportunities, generating employment and contributing to national development. T<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part, Mr Coonjobeeharry emphasised the important role of young people in shaping the future of the country and sustaining the cooperative movement. He highlighted that the workshop was designed to familiarise students with the history, principles and values of cooperatives, while demonstrating how cooperation can serve as a pathway to entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership and community development. He further reaffirmed the NCC's commitment to empowering youth through education and training, with a view to nurturing the next generation of cooperative leaders and ensuring the continuity, sustainability and growth of the cooperative sector.<\/p><br><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Cooperatives<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancy for Post of Programme Manager, ITSU Ministry of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Application for Road Service Licences along routes 93\/93A\/113\/113A and 178<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Competition Commission rewards Winners of Essay Contest<\/h1><div id='gallery-1246' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='12' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='13' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5545' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5546' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5547' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5548' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5549' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5550' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5551' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5552' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5553' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5554' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5555' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5556' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5557' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5558' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The winners of the Essay Contest 2026, organised by the\nCompetition Commission, were rewarded this morning during a prize-giving\nceremony held at the Paul Octave Wi\u00e9h\u00e9 Auditorium in R\u00e9duit. The contest targeted secondary and tertiary\nstudents to raise awareness of competition law in Mauritius and formed part of\nthe Commission\u2019s broader efforts to promote understanding of competition\nprinciples and their role in supporting fair markets, consumer welfare, and\neconomic development.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Present at the ceremony were the Minister of Commerce and\nConsumer Protection, Mr Micha\u00ebl Sik Yuen, and the Executive Director of the\nCompetition Commission, Mr Vipin Naugah, along with other personalities. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address, Minister Sik Yuen commended the Competition\nCommission for organising the contest, describing it as a valuable initiative\nthat encourages young people to engage with issues that directly affect\nconsumers and the economy. He noted that the competition helped participants\nbetter understand market functioning, the process of price formation, and the\nimportance of fair competition in supporting economic development and\nprotecting consumers.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister also highlighted that rising living costs\nremain a significant challenge both globally and locally, driven by factors\nsuch as supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and higher food and\nenergy prices. He underlined that Government measures, including the Price\nStabilisation Fund and subsidies on essential commodities, are helping to\ncushion consumers against international price shocks.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He emphasised the role of the Competition Commission in\npromoting fair, transparent, and competitive markets, while reaffirming its\nimportance in safeguarding consumer welfare and market efficiency.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part, Mr Naugah pointed out that the initiative help\nbuild a stronger culture of competition awareness among young people, who\nrepresent future consumers, professionals, and decision-makers. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Cash prizes were awarded to the winners in both categories.\nIn the tertiary education category, different teams from the University of\nMauritius secured first, second and third places, receiving cash prizes of Rs\n60,000, Rs 30,000 and Rs 15,000 respectively. In the secondary school category,\nRoyal College of Port Louis clinched first place with a cash prize of Rs\n50,000, followed by Eden College Girls in second place with Rs 25,000 and\nColl\u00e8ge du Bon et Perp\u00e9tuel Secours (BPS College) in third place with Rs\n10,000.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education, Commerce<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancies: Project Manager LDA<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Renting of Office Space with Integrated Facilities for National Empowerment Foundation at Rodrigues<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>TRAFFIC DIVERSION ALONG DESCHARTRES STREET<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Traffic Management<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communiqu\u00e9 de presse - Concours national STEM : l\u2019UdM et le MIE mobilis\u00e9s pour encourager les jeunes filles dans les sciences et technologies<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>PROVISION OF TRANSPORT SERVICES FOR THE CONVEYANCE OF STAFF-NIGHT SHIFT<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Provision of a Medical Insurance Scheme to the Open University of Mauritius<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>ICT: Technical staff engaged on ongoing and future digital transformation initiatives<\/h1><div id='gallery-1253' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5559' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5560' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5561' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5562' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Digital transformation initiatives and future technology projects were the focus of a presentation session held yesterday at the Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Tower in \u00c9b\u00e8ne, bringing together technical officers from the Ministry of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation, its departments and organisations operating under its purview.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The session, held as part of a staff workshop, provided an opportunity for technical staff to engage on ongoing and upcoming digital transformation initiatives. Addressing participants, the Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation, Dr Avinash Ramtohul, called on them to further contribute to the successful implementation of these initiatives.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He highlighted the importance of bringing together\nall technical personnel to provide a comprehensive overview of the Ministry\u2019s\njourney, from the inception of key projects to the milestones achieved and the\nobjectives ahead. He recalled the support being provided by Government to\nfacilitate the implementation of a range of technological and digital\ninitiatives, and noted that several projects have already been undertaken at\nthe Ministry level while others have been implemented in collaboration with\npartner Ministries.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">According\nto Dr Ramtohul, it was essential to ensure that all technical employees were\nfully informed about the various projects being carried out by the Ministry and\nits affiliated entities. Speaking of the significant untapped potential\nexists within the technical workforce, he called on officers to contribute\nbeyond their current responsibilities.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nmoreover encouraged members of different technical teams to collaborate across\nprojects and participate actively in initiatives where they could make\nmeaningful contributions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">This\nworkshop provided an opportunity to review progress achieved over the past\neighteen months, reflect on challenges encountered, and discuss key national projects, the\nimplementation of the Digital Transformation Blueprint 2025\u20132029, the National\nAI Strategy 2025\u20132030, cybersecurity, digital trust, data governance, digital\npublic services and the Ministry\u2019s vision for a more connected and innovative\nMauritius.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Technology, Information Technology, Innovation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Palma Community Health Centre Expansion Project under consideration<\/h1><div id='gallery-1254' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5563' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5564' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5565' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5566' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5567' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5568' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5569' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5570' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil\nKumar Bachoo, conducted a site visit, yesterday at the Palma Community Health Centre, to discuss future\ndevelopment plans aimed at enhancing the healthcare services for residents of the locality.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">During the visit, Minister Bachoo noted that\nthe Community Health Centre is operating within limited space and is\nincreasingly facing challenges in accommodating the growing number of patients\nseeking medical care. He underscored the need to explore sustainable solutions\nto meet rising demand, including the expansion of the current facility or the\nconstruction of a new Community Health Centre.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister emphasised Government\u2019s\ncommitment to strengthening primary healthcare services and ensuring that\nhealthcare infrastructure keeps pace with the needs of the population. He also\ninteracted with healthcare personnel to better understand the operational\nchallenges faced by the facility and to gather their views on ways to enhance\nservice delivery.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The site visit forms part of the Ministry\u2019s\nongoing efforts to improve access to quality, patient-centred healthcare and\nmodernise health infrastructure across the country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Also present was the Member of Parliament, Ms\nStephanie Anquetil, who briefed the Minister on the renovation works currently\nunderway at the health centre. She highlighted that the ongoing improvements\nwill contribute to enhancing both patient care and working conditions for\nhealthcare staff.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Ms Anquetil further noted that, while the\nrenovation project will address immediate infrastructural needs, discussions on\nlong-term solutions, including the possible expansion of the facility, remain\nessential to adequately cater for the healthcare requirements of the growing\npopulation in the area.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Consultancy Services for the Recruitment of an Individual Consultant to Provide Technical Assistance to Strengthen the Capacity of Government in preparation for the third round of AML\/CFT\/CPF Mutual Evaluation for Mauritius<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS ON SUNDAY 21 JUNE 2026<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Police Communiques<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Application for Ground Water Licence No. 436 at Palma, Quatre Bornes<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Application for Ground Water Licence No. 433 at Palma, Quatre Bornes<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>CSU launches participatory workshop to support Rodriguan migrants in Mauritius<\/h1><div id='gallery-1260' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5571' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5572' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5573' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5574' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5575' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5576' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5577' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5578' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5579' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5580' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5581' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5582' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><br>A one-day participatory community workshop, under the Rodriguan Internal Migrants Empowerment and Support Programme, opened, this morning, at the Youth Hub in Cit\u00e9 La Cure, in the presence of the Head of the Citizen Support Unit (CSU), Prime Minister\u2019s Office, Mr Louis Girty Eleonore. The initiative forms part of a broader effort to support Rodriguan migrants living in Mauritius through practical and sustainable, community-based interventions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The programme is being implemented by the CSU, following the publication in 2025 of the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) report entitled \u2018Internal Migration between the Islands of Rodrigues and Mauritius: Drivers, Challenges and Opportunities for Support\u2019. The report identified several challenges faced by Rodriguan migrants including housing difficulties, financial insecurity, lack of information and preparedness, family separation and psychosocial distress, gender-related vulnerabilities, as well as poverty, exclusion and stigmatisation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Building on the report\u2019s findings, the programme seeks to strengthen the capacities, autonomy, resilience and equal opportunities of Rodriguan migrants through a participatory community development approach. It brings together Rodriguan communities, Ministries, Government departments, local authorities, non-governmental organisations and other stakeholders to develop concrete responses to the issues identified.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Participants are invited to identify the main challenges, resources and opportunities within the identified intervention areas, with a view to developing a realistic and sustainable community action plan.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The pilot phase of the programme will be implemented in Cluster 1, which comprises several localities in the regions of Cit\u00e9 La Cure, Sainte Croix and Roche Bois, including Ti Rodrig, State Land Robert Scott, Marjolain and Karo Kalyptis. The cluster approach aims to facilitate community mobilisation, strengthen inter-agency coordination and support the implementation of joint actions at regional level.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address, Mr Eleonore emphasised that the programme seeks to move beyond awareness and sensitisation activities by promoting community participation, ownership and practical action. He highlighted the importance of developing SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound) initiatives and sustainable solutions informed by both the recommendations of the IOM report and the lived experiences of Rodriguan migrants.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Eleonore further pointed out that Government is committed to addressing the issues raised by Rodriguan communities through reliable and targeted interventions. He noted that priorities would be established following a thorough assessment of the challenges identified, allowing for immediate action on the most pressing concerns while laying the groundwork for longer-term solutions.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Rodrigues<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communique - Closing of Cash Office<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a 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The award ceremony was held at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee\nInstitute of Public Service and Innovation in C\u00f4te d\u2019Or Technopole, R\u00e9duit.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing the\nstudents, Mrs Babooram reaffirmed Government\u2019s commitment to building a society\nwhere no one is judged because of their health status and where every\nindividual is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. She emphasised\nthat stigma and discrimination have no place in an inclusive society.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">According to\nher, stigmatisation remains one of the greatest challenges faced by many\nindividuals in our communities, particularly those living with health\nconditions such as HIV\/AIDS. Beyond the medical aspects of the disease, many\nindividuals continue to experience prejudice, social isolation, and negative\nimpacts on their self-esteem and mental well-being, she noted.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Junior Minister\nalso acknowledged the significant progress achieved in the fight against HIV.\nAdvances in treatment and care, she said, have transformed HIV from a\nlife-threatening condition into a manageable one, enabling people to lead long,\nhealthy, productive, and meaningful lives. \nShe stressed the importance of fostering understanding, empathy, and\nacceptance among young people.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Furthermore,\nshe indicated that such initiatives provide an important platform for dialogue\nand shared commitment to build a more compassionate society, free from stigma\nand discrimination. Calling on the students to take an active role in this\ntransformation, Mrs Babooram urged them to become agents of change, emphasising\nthat their voices, actions, and commitment can help create a society founded on\ninclusion, respect, and solidarity.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Intercollege\nSkit Competition<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\ncompetition is an initiative of the Ministry of Health and Wellness in\ncollaboration with the Ministry of Education and Human Resource, targeting\nsecondary students. It is aimed at promoting awareness among young people on\nHIV\/AIDS-related stigma and encourage positive attitudes towards persons living\nwith HIV\/AIDS through creative expression and peer education.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">St Mary\u2019s\nCollege clinched the first prize while St Esprit College was awarded the first\nrunner-up prize. Sir Leckraz Teelock State Secondary School secured the second\nrunner-up position.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health, Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Notice of Vacancies - REAA<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies<\/p><a 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5617' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5618' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5619' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1266' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1266' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home\nAffairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, and Minister for\nRodrigues and Outer Islands, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, today, presented the\nGovernment's second National Budget in the National Assembly, outlining a\ncomprehensive strategy to consolidate economic recovery, strengthen resilience,\nand chart a sustainable path towards prosperity.<br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Building on the reforms initiated in the wake\nof the Government's assumption of office in November 2024, Budget 2026-2027\nseeks to accelerate economic transformation while safeguarding social progress.\nPresented against a backdrop of global uncertainty, geopolitical tensions,\nclimate change challenges, and demographic shifts, the Budget is guided by four\ncore principles: responsibility, solidarity, economic efficiency, and social\njustice.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address, the Prime Minister\nhighlighted encouraging economic indicators achieved over the past year.\nUnemployment declined from 6 per cent to 5.7 per cent, while inflation fell\nsignificantly to 3.7 per cent after averaging 7 per cent between 2022 and 2024.\nGross official foreign currency reserves reached a record USD 10.3 billion,\ntourist arrivals surpassed 1.4 million, generating tourism earnings of Rs 103\nbillion, and key sectors such as ICT and financial services continued to\nexpand. The economy grew by 3.2 per cent in 2025, with per capita GDP\nincreasing by 3.3 per cent.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Prime Minister also underscored progress\nmade in governance and institutional reform, namely the restoration of\ndemocratic practices, the resumption of municipal elections, the advancement of\nconstitutional reform, greater representation of women in leadership positions,\nand enhanced transparency. All these achievements have been instrumental\ntowards Mauritius becoming the first\nAfrican country to attain the Special Data Dissemination Standard Plus status.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Central to the Budget is the vision of\ncreating a Future-Ready Economy based on seven strategic pillars.\nThese pillars range from leveraging artificial intelligence and digitalisation,\nunleashing the potential of start-ups and SMEs, expanding and modernising\neconomic space, re-engineering traditional sectors, developing the blue economy\nto addressing investment constraints, and fostering higher, more inclusive\ngrowth.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To improve the well-being of citizens, the Government\nis introducing four flagship initiatives: the Purchasing Power Shield Project,\naimed at protecting households against rising costs; the 25by35 Food\nSecurity Initiative, designed to strengthen domestic\nfood production; the Access to Water for All Programme, focused\non improving water supply and infrastructure; and the Energy Secure\nMauritius Project, geared towards enhancing energy resilience\nand sustainability.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">While pursuing growth and social progress,\nthe Budget also places strong emphasis on fiscal responsibility. Dr Ramgoolam emphasised\nthat lasting prosperity cannot be built on excessive debt and reaffirmed the Government's\ncommitment to fiscal consolidation through prudent management of public\nfinances. According to him restoring fiscal balance is essential to preserving\nthe State's capacity to invest in infrastructure, protect vulnerable groups,\nand support economic development.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Ramgoolam\nindicated that for financial year 2026-2027, Government revenue is projected at\nRs\n235.5 billion and expenditure at Rs 266.7 billion,\nresulting in a budget deficit of 3.7% of GDP. Public\nsector debt is expected to decline to 85.5% of GDP by June 2027 and fall below 80% by June 2029.\nOn that score, the Prime Minister underlined the importance of maintaining\nfiscal discipline to avoid a sovereign credit rating downgrade, which could\nincrease borrowing costs, weaken the rupee, and raise the cost of living.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Salient Measures of Budget\n2026-2027<\/p>\n\n\n Rs 2 billion allocated for the M4 Motorway project linking\n Forbach to the airport to improve connectivity and stimulate economic\n development. \n Rs 175 million earmarked to provide around 11,000 households with water\n tanks and fittings for a continuous water supply. \n Eligible households to receive a 25% grant (up to Rs 75,000) for\n the installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic systems under the\n Household Rooftop Solar PV Scheme. \n Recruitment of 2,220 medical and paramedical personnel,\n including nurses, to strengthen healthcare services. \n Launch of a Visiting Doctor Scheme with an allocation of Rs\n 40 million to bring international specialists to public hospitals. \n Basic Retirement Pension renamed State Age\n Pension, with eligibility based solely on age and not employment status. \n Emoluments and pensions of serving and former Presidents and\n Vice-Presidents to become fully taxable as from 1 July 2026. \n Carer\u2019s Allowance increased from Rs 3,500\n to Rs 4,250 per month. \n Maternity leave extended to 12 months: six\n months at full pay and an optional six months at half pay. Paternity leave\n extended from four weeks to six weeks.\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">For\nthe Prime Minister, the Budget 2026-2027 is one of duty and responsibility\nrather than convenience. He reiterated that the Government remains committed to\nmaking difficult but necessary choices to secure a better future for present\nand future generations. This Budget seeks to balance economic ambition with\nfinancial discipline, laying the foundations for a more resilient, inclusive,\ninnovative, and sustainable Mauritius, said Dr Ramgoolam.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Finance, Others<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>\ufeffBudget 2026-27: Salient measures announced by PM and Minister of Finance, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam<\/h1><div id='gallery-1267' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5620' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5621' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5622' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5623' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Prime Minister, Dr Navinchandra\nRamgoolam unveiled key 2026-27 Budgetary measures, aimed at achieving fiscal\nconsolidation to invest in infrastructure, support value creation, protect the\nmost vulnerable and guarantee a sustainable future for the country and the next\ngenerations, this evening, in the National Assembly.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Protecting the most vulnerable<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nIncreased\nmonthly Carer\u2019s allowance from Rs 3,500 to Rs 4,250;<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEarmarking\nof a budget of Rs 619 million for Special Education Needs learners<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nProvision\nof Rs 58 million to enable extension of Domiciliary medical visits to\nindividuals aged 85 and above<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nExtended\nMaternity leave to 12 months, with the first 6 months full-paid and remaining optional\n6 months at half pay; extension of paternity leave to 6 weeks<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n10 million will be provided to improve the infrastructure and facilities in the\nRecreation Centres so that our elders can receive better and more services.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Pension Reforms<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEstablishment\nof a unified Independent Pensions Regulatory Authority to decide on general and\nspecific pensions policy<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nA\nCentral Pensions Administration Bureau will regroup<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">all state sponsored schemes\ninto one place to digitalise and facilitate service<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRenaming\nof BRP to State Age Pension, following age being the criterion of state pension\neligibility; <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEvery\neligible individual with income below the threshold of Rs 14,000 will receive\ntheir full SAP<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEligibility\nto SAP from age 60 is restored electively to all citizens, subject to income\ncalibration and actuarial adjustments and<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nPension\nreforms of the President, Vice President, Prime Minister and Deputy Prime\nMinister.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Women empowerment and child protection<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nA\nnew Domestic Abuse Bill and National Adoption Bill will be introduced <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n10 million will be allocated for new shelters, specialised caregiver training,\nand a half-way home.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Tackling drug scourge <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEarmarking\nof Rs 80 million for the National Agency for Drug Control (NADC) to scale up\nits initiatives <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nAllocating\nof Rs 50 million to Ministries for integrating the fight against drug\ntrafficking and substance abuse across their policies and operations<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nThe\nlaw will be amended to criminalise a broader range of synthetic drugs and\nconsultations are being carried out regarding the use of Cannabis<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Upholding law and order <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n14.2 billion is being catered to uphold law and order<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n125 million is being earmarked to modernise the fleet of vehicles and an\nadditional amount of Rs 531 million for the acquisition of equipment to\nstrengthen the operational capacity of the Mauritius Police Force<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n200 million is being provided for the setting up of the National Crime Agency\nwhich will revolutionise policing in Mauritius<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Housing Policy<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nFor\nlow-income social housing, Rs 2 billion will be catered for off-site\ninfrastructure under Phase one of the 8,000 social housing project and Rs 150\nmillion will be provided for the implementation of 100 serviced plots with\nessential infrastructure on a pilot basis for middle-income families.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Youth and Sports<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In a bid to promote the sports\nculture, Rs 110.5 million is being provided to athletes for their preparation\nand participation in four major international games. Government will also\nexpand access to quality sports facilities across the country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Consumer Protection<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To accelerate the adoption of rooftop\nsolar and battery systems across all segments of our society, eligible\nhouseholds can now receive a 25% grant\u2014up to a maximum of Rs 75,000 per\napplication\u2014under the Household Rooftop Solar PV Scheme.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Effective 1 July, lower subsidised\nprices will apply to corned mutton, corned beef, canned tuna, infant food,\nmacaroni, black lentils, red lentils, red beans, and luncheon meat.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A public holiday which falls on a\nSunday, the immediately following Monday will be declared a public holiday.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Others<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><\/body>\r\n<\/html>\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4008","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4008","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=4008"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4008\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4021,"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4008\/revisions\/4021"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=4008"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}

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text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>27 February 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Archives, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB-Supply, Installation and Commissioning of 128 \u2013 Slice Computed Tomography Scanner for Dr. A.G. Jeetoo Hospital.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>27 February 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Archives, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Regional Trade: National Workshop to boost Women and Youth Participation in Trade-in-Services<\/h1><div id='gallery-391' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2146' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2147' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2148' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2149' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2150' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2151' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2152' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2153' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2154' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2155' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2156' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=2157' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-391' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A national workshop on \u201cUnlocking Trade-in Services Opportunities for Youth and Women-led Businesses in SADC Countries\u201d was launched this morning at the Labourdonnais Hotel in Port Louis. The two-day initiative, running from 08 to 09 April 2026, brings together key stakeholders to explore opportunities in regional trade in services.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The opening ceremony was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful; Economic Development Board (EDB) Mauritius Chief Executive Officer, Mr Mahen Abhimanu Kundasamy and Director, Industrial Development and Trade at the SADC Secretariat, Mr Dhuraj Kassee.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his keynote address, Minister Ramful underpinned that the workshop aims to enhance access for women and youth to opportunities in trade in services within the SADC region. He acknowledged the challenges often faced by these entrepreneurs, such as limited access to finance, difficulties in reaching markets, and inadequate information on regional trade systems. The workshop, he explained, would equip participants with practical tools to navigate these systems and seize business opportunities effectively.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister further highlighted the growing importance of trade in services as a driver of economic growth, underlining its significant contribution to Mauritius\u2019 GDP and employment. He noted that digitalisation and e-commerce are transforming service delivery, enabling businesses to expand into international markets more efficiently. \u201cThis workshop provides a timely platform to empower women and youth, strengthen their participation in regional trade and support inclusive and sustainable economic development,\u201d he added.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part, Mr Kassee emphasised that trade in services has become a key driver of economic growth, innovation, and regional integration within the SADC region. He pointed out that while women and youth-led enterprises are increasingly contributing to this sector, they continue to face challenges such as limited access to finance, market information and regulatory constraints.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Organised by EDB Mauritius in collaboration with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, the workshop aims to equip youth and women entrepreneurs with practical skills to access and grow within SADC regional markets.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The programme features sessions on the SADC Protocol on Trade in Services, digitalisation, artificial intelligence, digital payments and branding, while also providing a platform for experience-sharing by successful women-led businesses.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>08 April 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Trade<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>VERIFICATION DES INSTRUMENTS DE POIDS ET DE MESURES - Riv. du Rempart<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>EIA - Alteo Agri Ltd.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices, EIA<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>EIA - Anahita Beau Champ Limited.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices, EIA<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Notice - Post of Assistant Chef (on roster)<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius-Russia ties reinforced through new cultural and heritage projects<\/h1><div id='gallery-1192' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1192' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1192' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5225' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5226' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5227' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5228' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5229' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1192' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1192' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Major cultural and heritage projects including plans for an authorised replica of the world\u2019s only known life illustration of the Dodo, a documentary and competitions dedicated to the extinct bird, as well as the establishment of a memorial tomb for Russian sailors who perished while exploring Indian Ocean sea routes in 1857, were announced yesterday at a reception marking Russia Day, hosted by the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Mauritius, Mrs Irada Avtandilovna Zeynalova, in Ebene.<br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The President of the Republic, Mr\nDharambeer Gokhool; the Prime Minister, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam; the Deputy\nPrime Minister and Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, Mrs Marie\nArianne Navarre-Marie, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration\nand International Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful, were present. Toasts were raised by the dignitaries in honour of the\nfriendship of Russia and Mauritius and their continued relations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Attorney General, Mr Gavin Glover,\nother Ministers, Junior Ministers and members of the Diplomatic Corps,\nwere also in attendance.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A photo exhibition and a cultural event showcasing Russian arts were held on\nthe occasion. The official copy of the famous painting by Ustad Mansur was\ngifted to Prime Minister by the Ambassador Zeynalova.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In her keynote address, the Russian Ambassador\nreaffirmed her commitment to strengthening bilateral ties between Mauritius and\nRussia through a clear vision and concrete actions. She highlighted a diverse\nrange of cultural initiatives organised in Mauritius to deepen these bonds. Key\nhighlights include performances by the Moscow Conservatory and the Russian\nballet, alongside exhibitions featuring films, lectures and artworks by\nRussian photographers and painters. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Additionally, she noted several significant donations,\nsuch as Tchaikovsky compositions gifted to the Conservatoire\nFran\u00e7ois-Mitterrand, copies of the documentary 'The Unknown War' presented to the\nMuseum of Rodrigues and historic cameras donated to the Museum of Photography.\n<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Beyond cultural exchange, the Ambassador emphasised\nRussia\u2019s ongoing contribution to local youth development through full\nscholarships for Mauritians to study in Russia. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Ambassador expressed gratitude to Mauritius and\nother African nations for their position and neutrality pertaining to the\nchallenge of racial purity that Russia is facing. Turning to Mauritius\u2019 fight\nfor sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago, Ambassador Zeynalova renewed Russia's support, stating that all nations deserve freedom\nand dignity. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She also underscored the importance of cooperation in securing a better future for younger generations, stressing that this can be achieved through mutual learning, knowledge-sharing and partnerships aimed at addressing pressing global challenges such as climate change, food security and the fight against drugs. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Finally, she affirmed that Russia stands ready to\nshare its knowledge and experience with its friends, noting that cooperation,\neconomic diversification, and perseverance are crucial in today's vulnerable\nglobal environment.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Health promotion campaign brings healthcare services closer to the public<\/h1><div id='gallery-1193' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide-to='12' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5230' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5231' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5238' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5239' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5240' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5241' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5242' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1193' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In a bid to bring preventive healthcare services closer to the population and promote greater public awareness on maintaining healthy lifestyles, the Ministry of Health and Wellness organised today a Health Promotion Campaign at the Mahogany Shopping Mall in Beau Plan. The campaign forms part of the Ministry's ongoing nationwide efforts which will be carried out across the country to promote wellness, enhance public awareness of health issues and strengthen healthcare delivery across the country. <br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, along with the Junior Minister, Mrs Anishta Babooram, and the Member of Parliament, Mr Kaviraj Rookny, participated in the launching and toured the various exhibition stands. The event also brought together health professionals and representatives of several institutions to provide members of the public with a range of health information, screening services and counselling. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Members of the public benefitted from free screening for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), enabling them to assess their health status and obtain advice from healthcare professionals. Information and exhibition stands were also set up to showcase the services offered by nutritionists, blood transfusion services, public health and food safety units, HIV\/AIDS counselling and screening teams, Ayurvedic services as well as cervical cancer screening.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Representatives of the Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit (ADSU) and the Ministry of Agro-Industry and Food Security sensitised visitors on their respective programmes and services through dedicated exhibitions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Speaking on the occasion, the Minister underscored the importance of health promotion and disease prevention in improving the quality of life of the population recalling that 20% Mauritians suffer from diabetes. He encouraged citizens to make full use of the screening and counselling services available and to adopt healthier lifestyle habits to reduce the risks of NCDs.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Minister Bachoo stressed that healthcare and disease prevention remain key on Government\u2019s agenda while enumerating several initiatives currently being put in place. These include the setting up of Diabetes and Vascular Health Centre, Geriatric services and Trauma Centre at the level of regional hospitals to reinforce prevention through early detection. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He further pointed out that yearly around 1000 Mauritian patients receive treatment abroad and more specialised medical experts are visiting to Mauritius to perform surgeries.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing concerns regarding the availability of medicines in public healthcare institutions, the Health Minister reassured the population that hospitals and health centres across the country continue to maintain adequate stocks of the majority of essential medicines while acknowledging that certain pharmaceutical products may occasionally be unavailable. He commended healthcare professionals for their hardwork in delivering quality care to patients. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Junior Minister Babooram spoke of the relevance of doing physical exercises and conducting health screening regularly as key measures in the prevention of diseases and the promotion of overall well-being.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Rookny reaffirmed Government\u2019s commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of the population through continued campaigns in the healthcare sector.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Message du Ministre \u00e0 l\u2019occasion de la Journ\u00e9e mondiale de sensibilisation contre la maltraitance des personnes \u00e2g\u00e9es<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius reaffirms commitment to SADC Regional Integration and Industrialisation Agenda<\/h1><div id='gallery-1195' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5243' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5244' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5245' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5246' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5247' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5248' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5249' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1195' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius\nreaffirmed its commitment to advancing regional economic integration and\nindustrialisation during the virtual 35th Meeting of the Committee\nof Ministers of Trade (CMT) and the 25th Meeting of the Ministerial\nTask Force (MTF) on Regional Economic Integration of the Southern African\nDevelopment Community (SADC), held on 12 June 2026.<br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The meetings,\nchaired by South Africa\u2019s Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Mr Mpho\nParks Franklyn Tau, brought together trade ministers and senior officials from\nacross the region to review progress on trade, industrialisation and economic\nintegration initiatives. Mauritius was represented by the Junior Minister of the\nMinistry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr Hambyrajen\nNarsinghen.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The CMT reviewed\nprogress in implementing the SADC Protocol on Trade, including issues related\nto market access, rules of origin, trade facilitation, removal of non-tariff\nbarriers, trade in services, sanitary and phytosanitary measures, and technical\nbarriers to trade. Ministers also discussed the impact of global geopolitical\ndevelopments, including the conflicts in the Middle East, the Russia-Ukraine\nwar and unilateral tariffs imposed by the United States, on regional trade and\neconomic growth.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">During\ndiscussions on the review of the SADC Industrialisation Strategy and Roadmap\n(SISR) 2015\u20132063, Mr Narsinghen welcomed the progress achieved in integrating\nindustrialisation into regional and national policies, advancing priority value\nchains and strengthening regional quality infrastructure. He noted, however,\nthat challenges such as infrastructure and energy deficits, limited industrial\nfinancing, weak SME participation in regional value chains and coordination\ngaps continue to hinder progress.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius\nsupported proposals to update the industrialisation strategy to reflect\nemerging realities, including implementation of the African Continental Free\nTrade Area, digital transformation, climate change challenges, geopolitical\ndevelopments, energy security concerns and the need for resilient supply\nchains. The Junior Minister highlighted that the ongoing crisis in the Middle\nEast has heightened volatility in global energy and commodity markets, posing\nparticular challenges for Small Island Developing States such as Mauritius that\ndepend heavily on imported fuel and industrial inputs.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The MTF also\nreviewed progress under the four pillars of the SISR, namely industrialisation,\ncompetitiveness, regional integration and cross-cutting issues, and stressed the\nimportance of strengthening intra-SADC trade and investment, fostering\ninnovation and ensuring that regional integration contributes to poverty\nreduction and improved livelihoods.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Regarding the\nimplementation of the SADC SME Development and Competitiveness Strategy\n2025\u20132029, Mauritius underscored the critical role of small and medium\nenterprises in driving entrepreneurship, innovation, employment and economic\ndiversification. Mr Narsinghen called for stronger monitoring and evaluation\nmechanisms, harmonised reporting frameworks and enhanced capacity-building\ninitiatives to support SME development across the region.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius\nfurther proposed the creation of a regional SME implementation dashboard to\nfacilitate monitoring, accountability and the exchange of best practices among\nMember States. The Junior Minister also informed the Task Force that\nconsultations are underway between the SADC Secretariat and relevant Mauritian Ministries regarding the organisation of a national dissemination workshop on\nthe SADC SME Development and Competitiveness Strategy in the coming months.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius\nreiterated its readiness to work closely with fellow Member States and the SADC\nSecretariat to promote a more prosperous, industrialised and resilient Southern\nAfrican region through deeper regional cooperation and economic integration.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Foreign Affairs<\/p><a href='index.php' 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Mauritius\u2019 vision for a culture of innovation<\/h1><div id='gallery-1199' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' 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w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1199' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nNational Innovation Challenge (NIC) Awards ceremony was held on Saturday 13 June\n2026, at the Trianon Convention Centre, to recognise the remarkable\nachievements of finalists and participants. The event highlighted their\ncreativity, innovation and commitment to developing practical solutions that\ncontribute to addressing national challenges and fostering the sustainable development\nof Mauritius.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon,\nMembers of the National Assembly and diplomatic corps, public and private\nsectors\u2019 leaders, and several personalities were present.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his\naddress, the Minister emphasised that the NIC has evolved beyond a mere\ncompetition to become a key driver of transformation, serving as a platform to\nidentify, nurture and showcase the innovative talents of Mauritians. He\nunderscored that, in an increasingly dynamic and competitive global\nenvironment, innovation is no longer an option but a strategic imperative for\nMauritius. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister\nhighlighted the need to foster creativity, adaptability, research and\ncollaboration to strengthen the country's resilience, enhance its\ncompetitiveness and support sustainable development. He recalled that research\nand innovation have been placed among national priorities, with a clear vision\nto make innovation a key pillar of the Mauritian economy and a driver of\nscientific, technological and socio-economic progress.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\ntransformation of the Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC) into the\nNational Research and Innovation Institute was also highlighted by the Minister.\nAccording to him, this new framework will further enhance the role of the NIC\nby creating a stronger pathway from idea generation and talent identification\nto mentoring, development and the transformation of ideas into impactful\nsolutions, products and services.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister also mentioned the establishment of a Scientific Diplomacy Office,\nwhich will contribute to strengthening Mauritius\u2019 links with regional and\ninternational research and innovation networks. He further stressed on\ninnovation scouting and extension, as a key enabler for institutions to\nidentify innovative ideas and talents at community level, support them and\nensure that promising initiatives receive the necessary guidance and\nvisibility.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u201cThe NIC\nhas also gained international recognition, with the MRIC receiving the Global\nDistinguished Innovator Award 2024 and the Public Service Excellence Award\n2025, highlighting Mauritius\u2019 ability to develop impactful and innovative\npublic programmes,\u201d he pointed out. Minister Sukon therefore reaffirmed his\ncommitment to making innovation a national culture and a driving force for\nMauritius\u2019 future transformation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The laureates\nfor this year\u2019s edition are as follows: <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Junior\nInnovation Challenge \u2013 Young Innovator Category<\/p>\n\nWinner: Project: AI Smart Road\n and Reverse Safety System using PictoBlox and Arduino. Team Member:\n Nehaan Ameerun\n\nSecond Prize: Project: Green Remedies\n Project. Team Member: Runglall Parinita\n\nThird Prize: Project: Green Energy\n Kitchen. Team Member: Rudhr Boojnan\n\nSpecial Jury Award: Project: Converting old\n carton products into a useful stylish storage basket. Team Member:\n Bhuvaneshi Devi Moonean\n\nPeople\u2019s Choice Award: Project: Building and\n Testing a Solar-Powered Water Purification System. Team Member\n Aarnav Anand Ranshsingh Roopun\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Junior\nInnovation Challenge \u2013 Rising Innovator Category<\/p>\n\nWinner: Project: HABYT (Habits\n and Balance for Youth Tech), a hybrid interactive poster. Team Member:\n Kylian Theo Emmanuel Razaze\n\nSecond Prize: Project: Kipri \u2013 Price\n Comparison App. Team Member: Mateen Currimjee\n\nThird Prize: Project: LifeLoop. Team\n Members: Lylou Kurazj and Nara Kuraj\n\nSpecial Jury Award: Project: Reallocation\n of goods and bridging the gap between the wealthy and the poor and needy. Team\n Member: Sudarshini SahyPeople\u2019s Choice Award: Project: Hydroyard Smart Gardening and\n Composting. Team Members: Mishka Soobul,Gigyasha Dowlot. \n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Rodrigues\nand Outer Islands Innovation Challenge<\/p>\n\nWinner: Project: Hydroponie\n Organique. Team Member: Mr Ange Julien Colin\n\nSpecial Jury Award: Project: Rodrigues\n Quality Basket. Team Member: Mr Jean Cl\u00e9ment Emilien\n\nPeople\u2019s Choice Award: Project: Hydroponie\n Organique Team Member Mr Ange Julien Colin\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">National\nInnovation Challenge -General <\/p>\n\nWinner: Project: Crime Vision:\n AI-powered real-time crime detection. Team Member: Dr Nevin\n Vunka Jungum\n\nSecond Prize: Project: Compost Heat\n Recovery Unit. Team Member: Miss Namrata Matabudul\n\nThird Prize: Project: AI-Powered\n Automated ECG Diagnostic System. Team Member: Dr Divraj Kumar\n Ramburran\n\nJury\u2019s Choice Award: Project: Ti Bazar: A\n Digital Hub for Small Planters. Team Member: Mr Roddy Curpen People\u2019s Choice Award: GABY MARINE Ai. Team\n Member: Tulasidarsan Moorghen\n\n<\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education, Innovation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancies for Post of E.E.G. Technician Ministry of Health and Wellness<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancy for Post of Catering Supervisor Police Department<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p 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style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National\nSolidarity held celebrations, on Saturday 13 June 2026, at Brackwell Palace in\nBarlow, in honour of Mrs Marie Margot Armance, who turned 100 years old on 08\nJune 2026. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research, Dr\nKaviraj Sharma Sukon; the Member of Parliament, Dr Sandeep Prayag; and other\npersonalities were present at the event. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">On that occasion, a cheque of Rs 26,203, a bouquet of flower, a Ladies\u2019\nWatch, various kitchen utensils, the Centenarian medal, and a Certificate were\nremitted to Mrs Armance. Moreover, the National Solidarity Fund of the Ministry\nof Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity offered a cheque\nof Rs 10,000 to the new Centenarian while the Senior Citizen Council presented\nher with gifts. Mauritius Telecom also provided Mrs Armance with a special\ntelephone service.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Besides the basic retirement pension, the Ministry provides the\nfollowing monthly benefits to her: Social Retirement Benefit; Severely\nHandicapped Benefit; an Income Support\nAllowance; and domiciliary visit by a\ndoctor.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mrs Marie Margot Armance was born in Amaury in a family of five\ndaughters and one son, of which she is the only surviving member. Her father\nworked as a labourer and her mother was a housewife. She attended school up to\nStandard II. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She was married to Mr Auguste Armance, a carpenter at Mon Loisir Sugar\nEstate who passed away in 1999. Mrs Armance was a homemaker who also reared\npoultry and did dressmaking to make ends meet. The couple had 11 children, four\nsons and seven daughters; two of whom are deceased.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mrs Armance has 22 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Centenarian attributes her longevity to discipline and harmonious\nlifestyle, guided by the virtues of \u2018Empathy, Tolerance, and Acceptance\u2019.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Social Security<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius hosts 23rd Automatic Exchange of Information Peer Review Group Meeting<\/h1><div id='gallery-1203' class='carousel slide mb-3' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5326' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5327' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1203' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1203' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius,\nthrough the Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA), is hosting the 23rd Automatic\nExchange of Information Peer Review Group (APRG) Meeting from 15 to 18 June\n2026, in collaboration with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and\nDevelopment (OECD). In this context, an official opening ceremony was held this\nmorning at the Integrated Customs Clearance Centre (ICCC), Le Chaland Road in\nPlaine Magnien.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">This four-day\nforum brings together 90 international delegates from 30-member countries,\nalongside virtual global assessors. The hosting of this high-level international\nmeeting reflects Mauritius\u2019 continued engagement and commitment towards\ninternational tax transparency standards, and reinforces the country\u2019s standing\nwithin the Global Forum framework.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Junior\nMinister of Finance, Mr Dhaneshwar Damry; the Director-General of the MRA, Mr\nRohit Ramnawaz; the Acting Head of Division, Monitoring & Peer Review,\nGlobal Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes, Mr\nRadhanath Housden; the Vice-Chair of APRG, Ms Annu Anand; as well as other\npersonalities were present at the opening ceremony. The Head of Global Forum\nSecretariat, Ms Maria Jos\u00e9 Garde, also attended via Zoom.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address,\nJunior Minister Damry highlighted that the MRA plays an important role in\nMauritius as it contributes more than 90% to the Consolidated Fund, which then\nfunds the National Budget. Speaking about the financial sector, he emphasised\nthat digital finance is changing at a rapid pace and there is a need to\nconstantly adapt so as to remain competitive as a country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover, he\nstated that Mauritius is now evolving into a derisking financial centre. In this regard, he emphasized that information exchange and peer reviews are critical mechanisms for achieving the country's objectives. He also reaffirmed the Government\u2019s strong commitment to peer review processes, the adoption of international best practices, and ensuring that the financial sector serves the needs of all citizens.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part,\nMRA\u2019s Director-General underlined Government's commitment to upholding\ninternational standards, promoting transparency and reinforcing cooperation\namong jurisdictions. He underscored that international cooperation in tax\nmatters has significantly evolved during the past decade and the exchange of\ninformation mechanism transformed the way jurisdictions work together to combat\ntax evasion and illicit financial gains.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Ramnawaz called on all stakeholders to strengthen their collaboration to ensure that taxpayers meet their obligations in the appropriate jurisdictions and that tax systems remain fair, transparent, and effective. According to him, the hosting of the 23rd\nAPRG Meeting reflects Mauritius\u2019 continued engagement to the international tax\ncommunity and its firm commitment to supporting the work of the Global Forum.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As for Ms Garde,\nshe commended all assessors and representatives of assessed jurisdiction for\nparticipating in this forum. She called upon them to actively contribute in the\ndiscussions concerning more than 20 jurisdictions reports.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Ms Anand, for\nher part, observed that Mauritius has hosted a number of global forums during\npast years. She pointed out that this forum is an important milestone for the\nAPRG.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The APRG is a body established under the Global Forum on Transparency\nand Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes to oversee peer reviews relating\nto the implementation of the Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) Standard.\nThe APRG is responsible for assessing whether jurisdictions have implemented\nthe required legal and operational frameworks for the effective exchange of\nfinancial account information in line with international standards.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">It was recently established to continue the work previously undertaken\nby the AEOI Group. Its principal functions include: reviewing the legal\nframeworks of Global Forum members that have committed to implement the AEOI\nStandard; assessing whether participating jurisdictions have enacted the\nnecessary domestic legislation; and evaluating the effective implementation of\nthe AEOI Standard in practice.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Finance, Taxation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communique - Provision of Services of Technical Expert for the Procurement Policy Office<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>International Day of the African Child commemorated with renewed pledge to protect children's rights<\/h1><div id='gallery-1205' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5300' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5301' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1205' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nInternational Day of the African Child, observed annually on 16 June, was marked\nduring a commemorative event organised by the National Children\u2019s Council in\ncollaboration with the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, today,\nat La Marie Water Treatment Plant, in Vacoas. The Day renews the Government\u2019s\npledge to ensuring that all children, regardless of their background, have\nequal access to education and fundamental rights.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Financial Services and Economic Planning, Dr (Mrs) Jyoti Jeetun;\nthe Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family Welfare,\nMr Jean Daniel Philippe Labonne; and the Ombudsperson for Children, Mrs Aneeta\nGhoorah, were among the main attendees.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\ntheme chosen by the African Union is \u201cEnsuring universal access to water,\nsanitation and hygiene for every child in Africa\u201d. An exhibition was also\norganised on the local theme \u201cZanfan Moris: Akter kle dan proteksion dilo ek\nlanvironman\u201d, aimed at empowering children to become agents of change in\naddressing climate-related challenges and promoting environmental stewardship.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Some\n40 students from Sir Veerasamy Ringadoo Government school; Rose Belle North\nGovernment School; Renganaden Seeneevassen State Secondary School; and Eb\u00e8ne\nState Secondary School participating in the exhibition were awarded prizes on\nthat occasion.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing\nthe students, Mr Labonne highlighted the historical significance of the Day,\nwhich was established in memory of the Soweto Uprising of 1976, when black students\nin Soweto, South Africa, protested against inferior education systems under\napartheid. He noted that the Day serves as a tribute to the courage and\nresilience of children and provides an opportunity to reflect on the progress\nachieved in advancing and protecting children's rights across the African\ncontinent.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Government,\nhe emphasised, remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding the rights\nand well-being of every child by ensuring access to quality education,\nprotection from all forms of violence, and equal opportunities that enable\nchildren to realise their full potential. He further urged children to play a\nmeaningful role in the preservation of water resources, the protection of the\nenvironment, and the promotion of sustainable development, particularly in the\ncontext of climate change.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr\nLabonne also highlighted that children have the capacity to influence positive\nchange within their communities and can serve as ambassadors for the responsible\nmanagement of natural resources, thereby contributing to the creation of a more\nsustainable, inclusive and resilient Mauritius.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Gender<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>France Boyer De La Giroday SSS marks 30 years of educational excellence<\/h1><div id='gallery-1206' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide-to='8' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5312' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5313' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5314' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1206' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The France Boyer De\nLa Giroday State Secondary School celebrated its 30th anniversary,\ntoday with an official ceremony in Plaine Magnien, marked by the launch of a\ncommemorative school magazine and the unveiling of a Laureate Board and a\ncommemorative plaque honouring the institution's achievements over the past\nthree decades.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The event was graced by the President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr\nDharambeer Gokhool; the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and\nInternational Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful; and the Minister of Education and\nHuman Resource, Dr Mahend Gungapersad.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his keynote address, President Gokhool described the school's pearl\njubilee as a landmark milestone, stating that its continued excellence remains\na source of national pride. He also praised the school's forward-thinking use\nof technology, underscoring the importance to stay at the forefront of\neducational innovation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Gokhool outlined the significant contributions of Ms France Boyer De\nLa Giroday\u2014a distinguished educator and social worker\u2014toward the empowerment of\nMauritian women. He urged students to honour her legacy by pairing academic\nexcellence with the right mindset and attitude.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Additionally, the President encouraged them to build self-confidence and\nset ambitious goals, emphasising that lifelong learning is essential. He\ninsisted that they remain focused on a greater purpose: serving the community\nand consistently acting with integrity.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As for Minister Ramful, he highlighted that since its establishment, the\ninstitution has enabled countless students to acquire the knowledge and skills\nnecessary to forge their future and drive national progress. Furthermore, he\nunderlined the importance of fostering strong values, ethics, discipline, and\nperseverance\u2014qualities he qualified as the defining pillars of success for the\nstudents, the community, and the Nation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Mahend Gungapersad underscored the school\u2019s ethos and climate as key\nto fostering strong student discipline and driving their excellent academic\nperformance. He reiterated Government's steadfast commitment to providing\ntop-tier infrastructure, human resources, and materials to ensure quality\neducation for everyone.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To better support students\u2019 diverse talents and abilities, he noted that\nthe education system is being revamped through initiatives like the Foundation\nProgramme and the three-credit system. He reassured that Government remains\ndedicated to providing every student with equal opportunities to succeed.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister urged the students to embrace perseverance, compassion,\naltruism, and humanity, while stressing the necessity of expanding their\nmultidisciplinary knowledge.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>President Gokhool urges youth to champion blood donation through social media<\/h1><div id='gallery-1207' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' 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w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5344' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5345' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1207' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1207' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To\nthe youth gathered at the Town Hall of the Municipal Council of Curepipe,\ntoday, to celebrate World Blood Donor Day, the President of the Republic of\nMauritius, Mr Dharambeer Gokhool, called on them to harness modern\ncommunication tools, particularly social media platforms, to raise awareness on\nthe importance of blood donation, and encourage their peers, together with the\nwider community, to become regular voluntary blood donors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nofficial ceremony was organised by the Blood Donors Association, in\ncollaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness and the Ministry of\nEducation and Human Resource, to commemorate World Blood Donor Day, marked\nannually on 14 June. The theme for this year is \u2018One Drop of Humanity. Give\nBlood. Save Lives\u2019.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nevent featured a march with the participation of young blood donors and\nstudents from the Curepipe region, led by the Mauritius Police and Prison\nBands. Students also took a pledge to donate blood voluntarily at least 15\ntimes during their lifetime, while winners of posters and video competitions\norganised in connection with the Day received awards.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo; the Junior Minister of\nHealth and Wellness, Mrs Anishta Babooram; the Mayor of Curepipe, Mrs Tashyana\nLatchmana Pillay Kuppadu; the Officer-in-charge of the World Health\nOrganisation Country Office in Mauritius, Dr Ajoy Nundoochan; the President of\nthe Blood Donors Association, Mr Dewanand Hossen; and other personalities were\npresent on the occasion.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\nhis address, President Gokhool highlighted the necessity of ensuring that blood\ndonation continues as a noble act of humanity. He underscored that donating\nblood is a simple gesture that can have a significant impact by saving lives.\nHe thus paid tribute to all those involved in blood donation, and commended the\nstudents who pledged to become blood donors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover,\nMr Gokhool, put forward the importance of national unity and collective action\nin addressing societal challenges such as drug abuse, violence and femicide. He\nrecalled the commitment of Government to address these issues and underlined\nthe role of the President in bringing matters of national concern to the\nattention of the Government.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For\nhis part, the Minister of Health and Wellness pointed out the remarkable\nprogress achieved by Mauritius in voluntary blood donation since the\nestablishment of the Blood Donors Association in 1988. He indicated that\nvoluntary donors account for 87.7% of the country\u2019s blood supply. \u201cIn 2025,\nsome 51,454 units of blood were collected from 33,370 registered voluntary\nblood donors,\u201d he stated.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">On\nthat score, Mr Bachoo extended his gratitude to all blood donors whose\nwillingness to donate voluntarily, without expecting anything in return,\nrepresents one of the finest expressions of humanity, solidarity and civic\nresponsibility. He paid tribute as well to the dedicated personnel of the\nNational Blood Transfusion Service, whose expertise, vigilance and commitment\nensure that the collected blood meets the highest standard of safety and\nquality.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister appealed to young people to consider becoming regular blood donors\nparticularly in light of the country\u2019s changing demographic profile. He\naffirmed that Mauritius requires an average of 140 to 150 units of blood daily\nto meet national healthcare needs, including emergencies, planned surgical\nprocedures, trauma care, obstetric emergencies, cancer treatment, and the\nmanagement of conditions such as thalassaemia, haemophilia and severe anaemia,\namong other critical medical needs.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health, Education, Youth<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communique - Closing of Offices on 30 June 2026<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Agro-Industry: Budget priorities to strengthen food security and economic resilience<\/h1><div id='gallery-1209' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5346' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5347' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5348' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5349' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5350' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5351' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5352' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5353' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5354' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1209' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Key priorities for the forthcoming national budget, including food security, agricultural modernisation, and the sustainable development of the blue economy, were outlined by the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries, Dr Arvin Boolell, during a press conference held today in Port Louis against the backdrop of global economic challenges. The Junior Minister, Mr Gilles Fabrice David, as well as chairpersons and representatives of parastatal bodies operating under the aegis of the Ministry were present.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Boolell emphasised that Government will come up with bold and forward-looking budget measures aimed at securing long-term gains for the country, reinforcing food security, strengthening economic resilience and creating new opportunities in the agro-industrial and blue economy sectors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Government, he mentioned, is also fast-tracking renewable energy initiatives, with a target of generating 20 percent of energy from biomass as part of the transition from coal. New forestry and wetland legislation are being prepared to strengthen environmental protection.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Boolell reaffirmed Mauritius\u2019 commitment to unlocking the potential of its Exclusive Economic Zone, including the Saya de Malha Bank, while pursuing the modernisation of port infrastructure.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing labour shortages, he announced the recruitment of foreign workers from Nepal, India and Madagascar adding that 300 workers are expected in the coming days.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Referring to external economic pressures, including disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the imposition of a 15 percent United States tariff, Dr Boolell stressed the need to safeguard Mauritius\u2019 interests as a Small Island Developing State.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Minister Boolell also expressed concern over the United Kingdom\u2019s decision to grant duty-free tuna access to all exporting countries, indicating that the measure could undermine Mauritius\u2019 longstanding competitive advantage and adversely affect the local tuna industry, which generates nearly Rs 14 billion annually.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Agriculture, Fisheries, Ocean Economy<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Domestic Abuse Bill to strengthen legal protection framework in Mauritius<\/h1><div id='gallery-1210' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1210' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1210' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5355' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5356' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1210' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1210' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\na significant step towards strengthening the national framework for the\nprotection of victims of abuse, Cabinet has agreed to the introduction of the\nDomestic Abuse Bill into the National Assembly. The main object of the Bill is\nto repeal the Protection from Domestic Violence Act and re-enact a more\ncomprehensive and responsive legislative framework.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nBill has been developed to address the evolving and increasingly complex forms\nof domestic abuse, ensuring that the legal system responds more effectively to\nthe needs of victims. It seeks to widen the definition of domestic abuse to\ninclude, among others, economic, emotional and psychological abuse.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">It\nfurther aims to enhance the protection and safety of victims and their\nchildren, prevent and reduce acts of domestic abuse to the greatest extent\npossible, while ensuring that perpetrators are held accountable for their\nactions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To\nachieve these objectives, the Bill makes provisions for an effective and more\naccessible judicial system for domestic abuse orders; improved\ninformation-sharing among relevant stakeholders to assess, manage and prevent\nthe risk of domestic abuse; the introduction of rehabilitation programmes for\nperpetrators; and the creation of offences for contraventions of domestic abuse\norders.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Cabinet\nhas also taken note that the Attorney-General\u2019s Office is working on amendments\nto the Criminal Code to include Femicide and Marital Rape as offences under the\nAct.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Gender<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Diabetes and Vascular Centre inaugurated at Floreal Mediclinic<\/h1><div id='gallery-1211' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5372' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5373' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5374' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5375' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5376' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5377' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5378' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5379' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5380' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5381' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5382' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5383' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1211' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A new Diabetes and Vascular Centre was inaugurated\nyesterday at Floreal Mediclinic, marking a significant step towards enhancing\nspecialised healthcare services for patients living with diabetes and vascular\ndiseases in Mauritius.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The opening ceremony was\nheld in presence of the Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo. The Minister\nof Financial Services and Economic Planning, Dr (Mrs) Jyoti Jeetun, the\nMinister of Arts and Culture, Mr Mahendra Gondeea as well as other\npersonalities were present.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Centre has been established to provide\ncomprehensive and integrated care through a multidisciplinary approach\nencompassing the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of diabetes\nand vascular conditions. The initiative aims to improve patient outcomes and\nreduce complications associated with non-communicable diseases.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In a statement, Minister\nBachoo recalled that provisions had been made in the Budget 2024\u20132025 for the\nestablishment of specialised diabetes centres across the regional hospitals in\nMauritius. He highlighted that diabetes remains a major public health concern,\naffecting approximately 20 per cent of the population. He further noted that\naround 700 amputations are performed annually due to diabetes-related\ncomplications, a figure he described as alarming for a small island nation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister pointed out that three Diabetes and\nVascular Centres are already operational at Sir Anerood Jugnauth Hospital, Sir\nSeewoosagur Ramgoolam National Hospital and Dr A.G. Jeetoo Hospital. With the\ninauguration of the Floreal Mediclinic facility, the number of centres has now\nincreased to four. He further announced that a fifth centre is expected to be\ninaugurated shortly in the vicinity of Rose Belle Hospital.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Minister Bachoo expressed confidence that the\nnetwork of specialised centres would strengthen the management of diabetes and\nvascular diseases, contribute to reducing the number of amputations, and\nimprove the quality of life of patients in Mauritius.<br><\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Proposed Traffic Diversion Scheme along Phoenix - Plaisance Road A10<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Traffic Management<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communique\u0301 de Presse - ICTA<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Minister Woochit calls for results-oriented approach to strengthen Local Governance<\/h1><div id='gallery-1214' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5402' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5403' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5404' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5405' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5406' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5407' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5408' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5409' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5410' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5411' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1214' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Local Government, Mr Ranjiv Woochit, met today in Port Louis, with\nthe newly elected Lord Mayor and Deputy Lord Mayor of the Municipal City\nCouncil of Port Louis, as well as the Mayors and Deputy Mayors of the Municipal\nCouncils of Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes and Vacoas-Phoenix. The meeting provided a platform to discuss\nkey priorities aimed at improving municipal service delivery and enhancing the\nquality of life of citizens.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\na statement following the meeting, Minister Woochit described the discussions\nas constructive and fruitful, noting that it was his first official meeting\nwith the newly elected municipal leaders. He underscored the importance of\nadopting a results-oriented approach to local governance and urged municipal\nadministrations to focus on areas that directly impact residents on a daily\nbasis.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Among\nthe priorities highlighted were cleanliness, efficient refuse collection,\nmaintenance of drains, improvement of street lighting, market management,\npromotion of sports and community activities, and the prompt handling of public\ncomplaints. The Minister also stressed the importance of strengthening revenue\ncollection from municipal assets such as wedding halls, with the funds\ngenerated being reinvested in maintenance and service improvements.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing\nthe issue of street lighting, Mr Woochit pointed out that many lights in public\nspaces, including parks, streets, markets and gardens, are currently defective.\nHe called for urgent repairs and the installation of additional lighting in\npoorly lit areas to enhance public safety and security.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister further emphasised the need to improve hygiene standards and safety\nmeasures in municipal markets, particularly in food courts, while advocating\nfor the proper upkeep of football grounds and children's playgrounds.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr\nWoochit also highlighted the importance of an effective complaints management\nsystem, stating that every complaint should be recorded, addressed and monitored.\nAccording to him, complaints provide valuable insights into shortcomings in\nservice delivery and help identify areas requiring immediate attention.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nconcluded by urging municipal leaders to work towards restoring public\nconfidence in local government through improved service delivery,\naccountability and responsible management, while assuring them of the\nMinistry\u2019s full support in achieving these objectives.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Others<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Empowerment programme highlights well-being and professional development of headmasters<\/h1><div id='gallery-1215' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide-to='12' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5384' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5388' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5389' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5390' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5391' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5392' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5393' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5394' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5397' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5398' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5399' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5400' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5401' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1215' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nwell-being of school administrators and their continuous professional\ndevelopment were at the heart of an empowerment programme held today at the Coral\nAzur Beach Resort, Mont Choisy. The Minister of Education and Human Resource,\nDr Mahend Gungapersad, was present at the opening ceremony.<br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nActing Director of Directorate Zone 1, Mrs S. Mahadowa-Reechaye; the Acting\nDirector (Primary Education, Curriculum Development and Evaluation), Dr J. N\nGenevieve; and over 100 headmasters, were among the attendees. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Opening\nthe session, Minister Gungapersad paid tribute to the vital role of school\nleaders, noting that the education system rests on their shoulders. He emphasised\nthat their dedication and leadership is instrumental in thriving the education\nsystem. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nfurther stressed the importance of self-management, reminding that one must\nfirst learn to manage oneself before managing a school. He underlined the\nrelevance of the session on managing stress and burnout, noting that leading a\nprimary school is no easy task, particularly when schools cater for between 800\nand 1,000 students.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister acknowledged the numerous challenges faced by headmasters, including\nfinancial constraints, social issues such as drug abuse and juvenile pregnancy,\nand other complex situations that require careful navigation. In this context, he highlighted the\nimportance of mental health and well-being for school leaders.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nencouraged the holding of more sessions focusing on wellness and personal\ndevelopment for headmasters, while commending their daily commitment to the\neducation system and their efforts in shaping future generations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Referring\nto the ongoing preparation of the Blueprint for the education sector, Minister\nGungapersad underscored the importance of adapting the document to address\nemerging challenges and developments in education. He noted that the envisaged\nreforms are intended to enhance learning outcomes, benefit children and equip\nthem to become the ambassadors of tomorrow. <\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Electrosurgical Units<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius commemorates Day of the African Child 2026<\/h1><div id='gallery-1217' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1217' 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Mauritius, to mark the Day of the African Child, observed annually on 16 June.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The celebrations for this year is focused on the theme \u201cEnsuring universal access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for every child in Africa\u201d, highlighting it as a fundamental right essential to children\u2019s health, dignity and development. The event aimed to promote dialogue and awareness on children\u2019s rights while providing a platform for young people to share their perspectives on issues affecting children across Africa.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The programme included interventions from two representatives of the Jeunes Ambassadeurs des Droits des Enfants, who shared an African youth perspective, as well as a prize-giving ceremony recognising students who participated in the sensitisation campaign \u201cPromoting Child Rights through Mural Painting\u201d, which encouraged creative expression on children\u2019s rights.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The event was attended by the Permanent Delegate of Mauritius to UNESCO, Ms Marie Jasmine Toulouse-Olivier; the Ombudsperson for Children, Mrs Aneeta Ghoorah; students and teachers.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In her address, Ms Toulouse-Olivier emphasised Mauritius\u2019 dual identity as an African nation and a Small Island Developing State within UNESCO priorities. She highlighted cultural identity, particularly the promotion of Mauritian Creole as a tool for inclusion, and reaffirmed children\u2019s rights to education, health, hygiene, housing, protection and a safe environment. She also stressed the importance of responsibility, respect, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence in a multicultural society, while drawing attention to social challenges affecting young people, including substance abuse and inequality.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mrs Ghoorah, for her part, underpinned the need to translate children\u2019s rights into daily realities, particularly access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities. She noted the challenges still faced by some children and emphasised the importance of collective action. She further highlighted the role of initiatives such as the mural painting campaign in empowering children to express their understanding of rights and strengthen awareness within schools and communities.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Day of the African Child<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Day of the African Child is commemorated annually to honour the children of Soweto who participated in the 1976 demonstration in South Africa. It serves as a reminder of the need to continuously protect, promote, and amplify the rights and voices of children across Africa.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Others, Equal opportunities<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Supply, Installation, Configuration and Commissioning of Consolidation Software.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Waste Paper Collection and Recycling Project rolled out in schools nationwide<\/h1><div id='gallery-1219' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5453' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5454' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5455' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5456' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5457' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5458' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5459' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5460' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5461' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1219' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of\nEnvironment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change, Mr Rajesh Bhagwan,\nurged children to become ambassadors of environmental protection and play an\nactive role in promoting recycling habits across Mauritius.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He was speaking, this\nmorning, at the launch of the National Waste Paper Collection and Recycling\nProject in Primary and Secondary Schools, held at S.K. Kanhye Government School\nin Goodlands. The project, which will be implemented in some 246 primary and\nsecondary schools, is an initiative of the Ministry of Environment, Solid Waste\nManagement and Climate Change in collaboration with the Ministry of Education\nand Human Resource. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of\nEducation and Human Resource, Dr Mahend Gungapersad; Members of the National\nAssembly, Messrs Nitish Sharma Beejan and Rameshwar Etwareea; and other\npersonalities also attended the event.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The project aims to\ninculcate recycling habits among children from an early age, educate them on\nthe importance of environmental stewardship, and encourage responsible waste\nmanagement practices. It builds on the successful implementation of a pilot\nphase last year in 22 primary and secondary schools across the country, during\nwhich students collected old books, notebooks, newspapers, and cardboard for\nrecycling at the WeCycle plant.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address,\nMinister Bhagwan underscored that environmental protection is a shared\nresponsibility requiring the commitment of every citizen. He pointed out that\naround 14 per cent of the waste disposed of at the Mare Chicose landfill\nconsists of paper that could be recycled, and highlighted the environmental\ncost of paper production, noting that millions of trees are cut down worldwide\neach day. In this context, he called for greater efforts to reduce paper waste,\npromote recycling, and preserve natural resources for future generations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Referring to the\npilot project, the Minister indicated that 18.8 tonnes of paper were collected\nin less than a year, resulting in more than 300 trees being saved and\napproximately 488,000 litres of water being conserved. Encouraged by these\npositive outcomes, he added that the initiative has now been extended to more\nschools to further strengthen efforts to reduce the volume of waste sent to\nMare Chicose. He also announced that new initiatives would soon be introduced\nto tackle plastic pollution and appealed to the population to make greater\nefforts to protect the environment for future generations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part, Dr\nGungapersad reiterated his Ministry\u2019s support for initiatives led by the\nMinistry of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change aimed at\npromoting environmental protection and sustainable practices among students. He\nfurther urged students to assist their parents in maintaining cleanliness at\nhome, stressing that such good environmental practices begin within the family\nand should be developed from an early age.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Environment, Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius celebrates a new Centenarian, Mrs Pabitree Bissessur<\/h1><div id='gallery-1220' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1220' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' 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class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mrs Pabitree Bissessur celebrated her 100th birthday during\nan official ceremony held on 14 June 2026 in Triolet.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Organised by the Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and\nNational Solidarity, the ceremony was attended by the Minister of Local\nGovernment, Mr Ranjiv Woochit; the Member of Parliament, Mr Kaviraj Rookny; the\nVice-Chairperson of the District Council of Pamplemousses, Mr Brian Ng Fuk\nChong; along with representatives of the Senior Citizens Council, family\nmembers and friends.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">On the occasion, Mrs Bissessur was honoured with a bouquet, a\ncentenarian medal and a certificate, along with a cheque of Rs 26,203 from the\nMinistry. She also received household and utility gifts including an air fryer\nand a set of kitchen utensils, while the Senior Citizens Council offered a\ncommemorative package comprising a shield, bath towel, hand towel and birthday\ncard. In addition, the National Solidarity Fund presented a cheque of Rs 10,000\nand Mauritius Telecom provided a special handsfree telephone service.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Born on 10 June 1926 in Belle Vue Pilot, Mrs Bissessur was the daughter\nof the late Mr Jeetun Seewoochurun, formerly a labourer at Belle Vue Harel\nSugar Estate and Mrs Gunessee Sundari, a housewife. She grew up in a family of\nfour children and is now the only surviving member of her siblings.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She married Mr Seerkissoon Bissessur in 1954 and the couple was engaged\nin cattle rearing and agricultural work. She later continued farming activities\nand livestock rearing throughout her life. The couple had seven children, of\nwhom three are still alive. She is also the proud grandmother of 10\ngrandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The centenarian enjoys a simple lifestyle and is fond of non-vegetarian\nmeals, particularly fish briani, chicken fried rice as well as chicken and fish\ncurries. She also enjoys watching television. She attributes her longevity to a\nlife of hard work, discipline, and simplicity, especially through her years in\nagriculture and livestock rearing.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Social Security<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Health Authorities Conduct Ebola Response Drill at SSR International Airport<\/h1><div id='gallery-1221' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1221' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1221' data-bs-slide-to='1' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5440' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5441' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1221' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1221' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As\npart of Mauritius\u2019 preparedness and response efforts against the Ebola Virus\nDisease (EVD), an Ebola Simulation Exercise was carried out this morning at the\nArrival Terminal of the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in\nPlaisance. The exercise was organised by the Ministry of Health and Wellness in\ncollaboration with Airports of Mauritius Co. Ltd (AML), Airport Terminal\nOperations Ltd (ATOL), and other relevant stakeholder agencies.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nexercise aimed to assess the effectiveness and responsiveness of the various\nagencies involved in the event of a suspected EVD case entering Mauritius. It\nalso sought to ensure that the strict protocols currently in place remain\neffective under operational pressure, and to evaluate inter-agency coordination\nthrough the mobilisation of airport stakeholders, including medical personnel\nand security forces, for the identification, management, and isolation of any\npotential suspected case.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo; the Junior Minister, Mrs\nAnishta Babooram; the Chief Executive Officer of AML and ATOL, Mr Lormus\nBundhoo; as well as other personalities attended the exercise.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\na statement, Minister Bachoo reassured that vigilance remains at the highest\nlevel with regard to EVD, while highlighting the ongoing efforts to manage\ncases of chikungunya, dengue, Mpox and leptospirosis in Mauritius. He further\nnoted that a preparatory meeting had been convened ahead of the simulation\nexercise to identify and assess possible scenarios.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Speaking\nabout the exercise, he indicated that three potential scenarios had been\nidentified: the detection of a suspected infected passenger on board the\naircraft, at the airport through thermal screening, or at the immigration\ncounter. He explained that, in each case, the established protocol requires the\nimmediate involvement of the medical officer stationed at the airport, together\nwith officers from the sanitary division, to assess whether the individual presents\nsymptoms consistent with EVD.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Should\nthe individual be suspected or confirmed to have EVD, the necessary\narrangements would be made for his or her transfer to the New Souillac Hospital\nfor appropriate medical care and treatment. A quarantine facility at Riambel\nwould also be activated to accommodate individuals who may have come into\ncontact with the infected person, as well as those presenting partial EVD\nsymptoms.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Minister\nBachoo further emphasised that the Ministry of Health and Wellness, in collaboration\nwith AML and ATOL, would continue to closely monitor the situation and\nimplement all necessary measures to prevent the introduction and spread of EVD\nin Mauritius.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health, Others<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Medical Equipment for J. Nehru Hospital.<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>President Gokhool and PM Ramgoolam attend reception marking South Africa\u2019s Freedom Day<\/h1><div id='gallery-1223' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5462' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5463' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5464' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5465' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5466' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5467' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5468' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5469' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5470' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5471' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5472' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1223' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u2018The\nrelationship of Mauritius and South Africa transcends politics, and is deeply\nrooted in the people. Through the best of times and the worst, we have stood\ntogether, guided by the enduring principles of multiculturalism and sovereign\nequality\u2019.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">This\nstatement was made, yesterday, by the High Commissioner\nof South Africa to Mauritius, and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, Dr (Mrs) Hlamalani\nNelly Manzini, as she hosted a reception to mark the 32nd\nFreedom Day of the Republic of South Africa, at the RM Garden in Trianon.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nevent was graced by the President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr Dharambeer\nGokhool; the Prime Minister, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam; the Deputy Prime\nMinister, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, Mrs Marie Arianne\nNavarre-Marie; and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and\nInternational Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful. Toasts were exchanged in celebration\nof the longstanding bilateral relations between the two nations.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nVice-President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr Jean Yvan Robert Hungley; the\nSpeaker of the National Assembly, Mrs Shirin Aumeeruddy-Cziffra; Cabinet\nMinisters; Junior Ministers; members of the Diplomatic Corps and dignitaries\nwere also present.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\nher address, the High Commissioner reflected on the historic journey that led\nto the birth of South Africa\u2019s Rainbow Nation, emerging from the shackles of\napartheid and colonialism. She noted that the celebratory evening coincided\nwith one of the most significant observances on the United Nations calendar\u2014the\nInternational Day of the African Child. The day, she recalled, holds special\nsignificance for South Africa as it commemorates the contribution made by young\npeople towards the attainment of freedom of our country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr\nHlamalani Nelly Manzini recalled that on 16 June 1976, students took to the\nstreets to defy the Afrikaans Medium Decree, fighting a system deliberately\ndesigned to limit their futures, emphasising that their blood and sacrifice\nhave nurtured the inclusive education systems of today. She highlighted that\nthis shared democratic triumph has given rise to one of the strongest pillars\nof the South Africa\u2013Mauritius bilateral relationship: the education sector.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She\nunderscored the Government\u2019s generous scholarship scheme for African students,\nwhich she stressed, lays a vital foundation for the realisation of Mauritius\u2019\nvision of becoming a regional education hub. As regards the African Leadership\nCollege hosted in Mauritius, she expressed conviction that it is poised to\nbecome a leading centre for nurturing future African leaders who will\ncontribute to regional integration.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nHigh Commissioner also underlined that the two Nations have strengthened their\neconomic collaboration, with an expanding presence of South African companies\nin Mauritius, reflecting the deep trust in the local financial ecosystem,\nrooted in a shared moral commitment and common values. These investments serve\nas a living testament to a purposeful bilateral relationship that actively\ndrives mutual economic growth, she added.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">She\nfurthermore pointed to the principles of good governance and accountability\nthat define the South Africa\u2013Mauritius partnership. These shared values, she noted, have\ntranslated into tangible cooperation, with Mauritius being selected as one of\nthe first countries to benefit from the capacity-building programme of the\nAuditor-General of South Africa. Beyond\ngovernance, she informed that capacity-building initiatives also extended to\npromoting arts and culture through close collaborations with the Nelson Mandela\nCentre for African Culture and the Mauritius Film Development Corporation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Noting\nthat the two countries have weathered major challenges together\u2014including the\nCOVID-19 pandemic\u2014Dr Hlamalani Nelly Manzini renewed South Africa\u2019s unflinching\nsupport for Mauritius in its ongoing pursuit of sovereignty over the Chagos\nArchipelago.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As\nher five-and-a-half-year tenure as South African High Commissioner to Mauritius\ndraws to a close, she reflected fondly on her many interactions with the\nMauritian people and expressed appreciation for the strong spirit of unity that\ncharacterises the nation. Concluding her remarks, and in her capacity as Dean\nof the Diplomatic Corps, she extended her sincere gratitude to her fellow\ndiplomats for their unwavering support throughout her mandate.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius to be represented at 75th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting by PhD student<\/h1><div id='gallery-1224' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5473' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5474' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5475' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5476' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5477' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5478' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5479' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5480' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1224' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mauritius will be\nrepresented at the 75th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting, dedicated to\nthe theme of Interdisciplinarity, by Ms Lakshmi Yaneesha Sujeeun, a PhD student\nin Artificial Intelligence applied to Materials Science at the University of\nMauritius.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Ministry of Tertiary\nEducation, Science and Research, in collaboration with the Lindau Council,\nannually co-sponsors one Mauritian scientist to participate in this prestigious\nmeeting, which will be held from 28 June to 3 July 2026 in Lindau, Germany.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A symbolic handing-over\nceremony of the air ticket to the Mauritian nominee was held, yesterday at the\nOpen University of Mauritius in R\u00e9duit, in the presence of the Minister of\nTertiary Education, Science and Research, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon, and other\npersonalities.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Congratulating Ms Sujeeun on\nher selection, Minister Sukon highlighted the importance of her participation\nin this international gathering and encouraged her to make full use of the\nopportunities offered by the platform.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister stressed the\nimportance of bridging the gap between academia and industry, while further\nstrengthening collaboration between the two sectors. He underlined that\nuniversities must work closely with the business community to transform\ninnovative ideas into practical solutions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Sukon also expressed the\nwish to see more Mauritians engage in research, noting the progress achieved\nover the years in terms of both the quality and quantity of scientific\npublications. He emphasised the need to move beyond research outputs by translating\nideas into enterprises that can contribute to the socio-economic development of\nthe country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For her part, Ms Sujeeun\ndescribed her selection as an important milestone in her academic journey. She\nsaid the experience would allow her to interact with Nobel Laureates and\nleading researchers from around the world, while enabling her to bring back valuable\nknowledge and expertise to Mauritius. She reaffirmed her commitment to\ncontributing to the advancement of science and innovation in the country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The 75th Lindau\nNobel Laureate Meeting is expected to bring together around 600 young\nresearchers from across the world, providing them with a unique opportunity to\nengage with Nobel Laureates and exchange ideas on scientific challenges and\ndiscoveries.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius and Italy to deepen cooperation in Higher Education and Research<\/h1><div id='gallery-1225' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1225' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5492' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1225' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1225' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">With\na view to strengthening international academic cooperation and enhancing the\nquality of tertiary education and research, Cabinet has agreed to the signing\nof a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Tertiary\nEducation, Science and Research and the Universit\u00e0 Politecnica delle Marche of\nthe Italian Republic.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nproposed collaboration seeks to enhance the mobility and exchange of students,\nacademics and researchers while fostering cooperation in several fields of\nmutual interest including Teacher Education, Nursing, Paramedicine, Hospitality\nand Tourism. Through this partnership, students will be empowered with the\nknowledge, practical competencies and international exposure necessary to\ncontribute meaningfully to these professional sectors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\ninitiative forms part of Government's broader strategy to internationalise the\nMauritian tertiary education sector and position the country as a regional\ncentre of excellence for higher education, research and innovation.<\/p>\n\nThe signing of the Memorandum of Understanding is\nexpected to generate significant strategic benefits for local public higher\neducation institutions and the country at large. It will contribute to the\ndevelopment of a highly skilled and globally competitive workforce, strengthen\ninstitutional partnerships and create new opportunities for academic and\nresearch collaboration.<\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education, Cabinet Decisions<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancy - Post of Catering Supervisor Rodrigues Regional Assembly (Health)<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Open Day at the Public Service Commission<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>World Blood Donor Day: UTM encourages youth participation in blood donation<\/h1><div id='gallery-1228' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5481' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5482' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5483' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5484' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5485' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5486' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5487' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5488' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5489' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5490' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5491' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1228' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The University\nof Technology, Mauritius (UTM) in collaboration with the Blood Donors\nAssociation (BDA), organised today, a motivational workshop on the \u201c15 Pledge\u201d\nInitiative for staff and students at its campus in Pointe aux Sables, to mark\nWorld Blood Donor Day and to raise awareness on voluntary regular blood\ndonation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">This\ninitiative forms part of the University\u2019s efforts to encourage more individuals\nto become lifelong donors and promote civic responsibility among young people.\nA blood donation campaign will also be organised on 24 June 2026 at the\nUniversity\u2019s campus. The activity will be open to staff, students and members\nof the surrounding community. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Speaking on\nthe occasion, the Director-General of the UTM, Professor (Dr) Hemant Chittoo,\nhighlighted the importance of fostering a culture of voluntary blood donation\namong the youth. He emphasised that a single blood donation can save lives and\npaid tribute to blood donors as unsung heroes who make a vital contribution to society.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Professor\nChittoo further reaffirmed the University\u2019s commitment to initiatives that\nsupport health promotion and community engagement.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Also present\nat the event, the President of the BDA, Mr Dewanand Hossen, underscored the\ncontinuous need for safe and adequate blood supplies for accident victims,\nsurgical patients, expectant mothers and individuals suffering from chronic\nillnesses. He appealed to students to become regular blood donors and to\nencourage their families and communities to participate in blood donation\nprogrammes.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Hossen\nmoreover drew attention to the challenges posed by Mauritius\u2019 ageing\npopulation, leading to a decline in the number of active blood donors. He\nencouraged participants to wear the blood donor honour badge with pride.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nmotivational session featured testimonies from blood donors and recipients, who\nshared personal experiences on the life-saving impact of blood donation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">World Blood\nDonor Day<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The World\nBlood Donor Day, observed annually on 14 June, aims to raise awareness of the\nneed for safe blood and blood products while recognising the invaluable\ncontribution of voluntary, unpaid blood donors.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The \u201c15\nPledge\u201d Initiative<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The \u201c15\nPledge\u201d Initiative encourages individuals to commit to donating blood at least\nfifteen times during their lifetime. The pledge symbolises a sustained\ncommitment to compassion, solidarity and service to the community. A single\nblood donation has the potential to save up to three lives.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Consumer Protection (Price Label) Regulations 2026<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Press Communique - Enlistment of Part Time Instructors<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Job and Training Fair - Municipal Council of Quatre Bornes<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius and C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire explore new avenues for Trade and Investment<\/h1><div id='gallery-1232' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1232' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1232' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5493' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5494' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1232' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1232' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The enhancement of economic\ncooperation between the Republic of Mauritius and the Republic of C\u00f4te d'Ivoire\nwas at the centre of discussions during a meeting held, today, in\nPort Louis between the Junior Minister of Finance, Mr Dhaneshwar Damry, and a\ndelegation from the Conf\u00e9d\u00e9ration G\u00e9n\u00e9rale des Entreprises de C\u00f4te d'Ivoire\n(CGECI), led by its President and prominent representative of the Ivorian private\nsector, Mr Ahmed Ciss\u00e9.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The delegation was accompanied by the Chief Executive\nOfficer of Business Mauritius, Mr Kevin Ramkaloan; the representative of\nBusiness Mauritius on the Alliance des Patronats Francophones, Mr\nPhilippe Espitalier-No\u00ebl; and members of the Mauritian business community.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Discussions focused on strengthening both countries\u2019 private\nsector collaboration through enhanced dialogue, increased investment\nopportunities, knowledge-sharing and the development of strategic business\npartnerships. Ways to facilitate market access and promote cross-border\ninvestments by leveraging the respective strengths of Mauritius and C\u00f4te\nd'Ivoire were also on the agenda.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The meeting underlined the Mauritian Government's\ncommitment to deepen its economic engagement with Africa and strengthen\npartnerships with high-potential economies across the continent. It is expected\nto foster stronger institutional links and open new opportunities for trade and\ninvestment, benefiting businesses in both countries and contributing to a more\nintegrated and dynamic African economic landscape.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Business, Commerce, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancy Notice - ICT Technician - STC<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a 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roster)<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Cancellation Notice - COASTAL PROTECTION, LANDSCAPING AND INFRASTRUCTURAL WORKS AT TROU AUX BICHES<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>17 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p 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class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nnecessity to have a multidisciplinary approach to treat patients with diabetes\nwas highlighted, yesterday, during a lecture on diabetes and diabetes footcare\norganised by the Ministry of Health and Wellness at Paul Octave Wi\u00e9h\u00e9\nAuditorium in R\u00e9duit.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A\nteam from the University of Leicester Hospitals NHS Trust in the United Kingdom\ncomprising the Consultant Physician and Diabetologist, Dr Sew-Chine\nMarie-France Kong Yao Fah; the Consultant Podiatric Surgeon, Mr Rajesh Jogia;\nand the Foot Lead and Advanced Diabetes Nurse Practitioner, Ms Rachel\nBerrington, shared their expertise and experiences with medical practitioners,\nnurses and students.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nkey message conveyed during the lecture was that the large global disease and\neconomic burdens caused by diabetic foot ulcer can be considerably reduced when\nevidence-based treatment is implemented by healthcare professionals and\nmultidisciplinary foot care team.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover,\npresentations by the experts demonstrated that early management is more cost\neffective and resource-efficient while late management leads to longer\nadmissions and surgery. Early referral was identified as a key factor in\npreventing complications, reducing amputation risk and improving outcomes.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">During\nthe lecture, experts also pointed out that off-loading, which reduces pressure\nfrom ulcers, is essential for both prevention and healing. They underlined too\nthe crucial role of appropriate antibiotics and surgical intervention.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\nher presentation, Dr Sew-Chine Marie-France Kong Yao Fah thus stressed that\nworldwide, diabetes-related complications result in the amputation of a lower\nlimb every 30 seconds. She remarked that people with diabetes are over 20 times\nmore likely to undergo lower-limb amputation than people without the condition.\nDr Kong Yao Fah also explained how early interventions can slow the progression\nof chronic kidney disease and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease namely\nthrough lifestyle modifications, effective glycaemic and blood pressure control\nalong with the appropriate use of medication.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For\nhis part, Mr Rajesh Jogia elaborated on the importance of establishing\nmultidisciplinary foot care teams and outlined the various specialists who\nshould be involved in delivering patient-centred treatment. These include\ndiabetologists and diabetes specialist nurses to address optimal glycaemic\ncontrol; microbiologists and surgeons to manage infections; vascular surgeons\nand radiologists to address ischaemia; plaster nurses, orthotists, podiatrists\nand surgeons to treat Charcot arthropathy; and tissue viability nurses and\npodiatrist surgeons for wound management. Mr Jogia also dwelt on the surgical\nand non-surgical treatment options provided, including the local delivery of\nantibiotics to affected ulcer sites.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">As\nfor Ms Rachel Berrington, she expounded upon the National Diabetes Foot Care\nAudit, which enables diabetic footcare services to assess their performance\nagainst the clinical guidelines of the National Institute for Health and Care\nExcellence (NICE) and benchmark themselves against peer units. She further\ndetailed the benefits and practical application of effective off-loading\ntechniques, which evidence shows can accelerate ulcer healing, prevent\ndeterioration and reduce the risk of infection.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>REVIEW OF THE BLOCKMAKING, CONSTRUCTION, STONE CRUSHING AND RELATED INDUSTRIES (REMUNERATION) REGULATIONS 2019<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a 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Mauritius, Dr Huang Shifang.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Speaking\non the occasion, Minister Mahomed reaffirmed the Government's commitment to\nmodernising the public transport sector and advancing sustainable mobility. He\nhighlighted that the project, jointly financed by the Republic of Mauritius and\nthe People\u2019s Republic of China, constitutes an important milestone in the Mauritius'\ntransition towards greener transportation. The initiative, he noted, forms part\nof broader efforts to reduce carbon emissions while improving the efficiency\nand quality of the public transport network.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister pointed out that the five electric buses, which are now stationed at\nthe National Transport Corporation's (NTC) Bonne Terre Depot, will contribute\nto the Corporation's strategy of operating a hybrid fleet comprising both\nelectric and conventional buses. He also welcomed the technical support\nprovided by the People\u2019s Republic of China, including the installation of\ncharging infrastructure and the training of 25 NTC personnel in the operation\nand maintenance of the vehicles.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr\nMahomed further underscored that the project reflects the longstanding\nfriendship and cooperation between Mauritius and the People\u2019s Republic of China,\nas well as their shared commitment to sustainable development and environmental\nprotection.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For\nher part, Ambassador Huang Shifang highlighted that the donation will support\nthe electrification of Mauritius' public bus fleet and contribute to the country's\ntransition towards cleaner, greener and more sustainable transportation. She\nexpressed satisfaction that the five electric buses will officially enter\nservice tomorrow, marking a new chapter in Mauritius' public transport\nmodernisation efforts.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Recalling\nher country's previous donations of conventional buses in 2016 and 2018, she\nnoted that the introduction of electric buses reflects the two nations shared\ncommitment to promoting environmentally friendly and low-carbon transport\nsolutions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nAmbassador expressed hope that the project would pave the way for deeper\ncollaboration between the two countries in promoting a sustainable future. She\nalso reiterated her country's continued support for Mauritius, while reaffirming\nappreciation for the longstanding friendship shared by both nations.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Bilateral cooperation, Transport<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Procurement of Laboratory Reagents and Consumables for Molecular Biology Department, Central Health Laboratory<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius reaffirms commitment to Agenda 2063 at national workshop<\/h1><div id='gallery-1242' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5510' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5511' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5512' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5513' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5514' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5515' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5516' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5517' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5518' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1242' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Agenda\n2063 sets before us a Pan-African vision of an integrated, prosperous and\npeaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens. Mauritius is committed to playing\nits full part in realising that vision.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr\nDhananjay Ramful, made this statement today, as he launched the National\nWorkshop on the Second Ten Year Implementation Plan (STYIP) of Agenda 2063: The\nAfrica We Want, in Eb\u00e8ne. The Junior Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional\nIntegration and International Trade, Mr Hambyrajen Narsinghen, was also present\non the occasion.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In\nhis keynote address, Minister Dhananjay Ramful described Agenda 2063 as a\nwhole-of-society undertaking, whose success rests as much on the Government, as\non private sector partners, the academia and the civil society.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Referring\nto the theme of the workshop, \u2018Domesticating Agenda 2063 - Mauritius\u2019 Strategic\nPositioning under the Second Ten Year Implementation Plan\u2019, the Minister dwelt\non the key importance of the domestication of a continental framework. It is the step that makes delivery possible,\nturning a continental aspiration into a commitment our own institutions carry,\nhe emphasised.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover,\nhe delineated three core pillars required to achieve the \u201cAfrica We Want\u201d at\nnational level, namely: mainstreaming of the aspirations of Agenda 2063 in the\ninstruments of the Government; measurement of actions delivered, for better\nevidence and reporting; and people-driven ownership that harness the potential\nof the people, women and youth.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\nMinister highlighted that under the First Ten-Year Implementation Plan,\nMauritius' overall performance rose to 67 percent this year, building on scores\nof 50 percent in 2021 and 55 percent in 2023.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">With\nregard to Agenda 2063, Mr Dhananjay Ramful underlined that Mauritius will\nleverage its strengths including a stable democracy, an established financial\ncentre, and act as a bridge between Africa and the wider Indian Ocean and Asian\neconomies.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">According\nto him, if Africa is to be an influential global player, Small Island\nDeveloping States like Mauritius must position themselves strategically through\nthe supply of credibility, of ideas, and of trusted ground on which others can\nmeet.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nstressed that as Mauritius domesticates Agenda 2063, its key priorities should\ninclude the ocean economy, fintech, services trade, and active engagement in\ncontinental flagship projects.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: International Trade<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>NCC workshop focuses on youth participation in cooperative sector<\/h1><div id='gallery-1243' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5533' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5534' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5535' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5536' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5537' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5538' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5539' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5540' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5541' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5542' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5543' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5544' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1243' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">An initiative of the National Co-operative College (NCC), a one-day workshop on the theme \u201cYouth and Cooperatives: Building the Future Together\u201d was launched this morning in Terre Rouge. The workshop seeks to promote greater awareness among young people of the cooperative model and to encourage their active engagement in the cooperative sector as a pathway to entrepreneurship, social inclusion, and sustainable economic development.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of Industry, SMEs and Cooperatives, Mr Sayed Muhammad Aadil Ameer Meea, was present at the event alongside the Director of the NCC, Mr Sanjeev Coonjobeeharry. Around 200 students from secondary schools attended the workshop. Through presentations and interactive discussions, participants were apprised of the opportunities offered by cooperatives and the important role that youth can play in ensuring the continued growth and sustainability of the cooperative movement.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his keynote address, Minister Ameer Meea highlighted the importance of the cooperative model in fostering collaboration, innovation and entrepreneurship among young people. He pointed out that, in a rapidly changing world driven by technological advancements and artificial intelligence, success increasingly depends on the ability to work collectively, adapt to change and develop innovative solutions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister recalled that the cooperative movement has, for more than a century, contributed to the socio-economic development of Mauritius and currently generates approximately Rs 7 billion for the economy.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Moreover, Minister Ameer Meea underscored the need for greater youth participation in the cooperative sector, highlighting that many cooperative societies are facing an ageing membership. He encouraged young people to embrace cooperative entrepreneurship as a pathway to creating opportunities, generating employment and contributing to national development. T<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part, Mr Coonjobeeharry emphasised the important role of young people in shaping the future of the country and sustaining the cooperative movement. He highlighted that the workshop was designed to familiarise students with the history, principles and values of cooperatives, while demonstrating how cooperation can serve as a pathway to entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership and community development. He further reaffirmed the NCC's commitment to empowering youth through education and training, with a view to nurturing the next generation of cooperative leaders and ensuring the continuity, sustainability and growth of the cooperative sector.<\/p><br><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Cooperatives<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancy for Post of Programme Manager, ITSU Ministry of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Application for Road Service Licences along routes 93\/93A\/113\/113A and 178<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Competition Commission rewards Winners of Essay Contest<\/h1><div id='gallery-1246' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='12' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide-to='13' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5545' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5546' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5547' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5548' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5549' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5550' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5551' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5552' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5553' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5554' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5555' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5556' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5557' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5558' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1246' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The winners of the Essay Contest 2026, organised by the\nCompetition Commission, were rewarded this morning during a prize-giving\nceremony held at the Paul Octave Wi\u00e9h\u00e9 Auditorium in R\u00e9duit. The contest targeted secondary and tertiary\nstudents to raise awareness of competition law in Mauritius and formed part of\nthe Commission\u2019s broader efforts to promote understanding of competition\nprinciples and their role in supporting fair markets, consumer welfare, and\neconomic development.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Present at the ceremony were the Minister of Commerce and\nConsumer Protection, Mr Micha\u00ebl Sik Yuen, and the Executive Director of the\nCompetition Commission, Mr Vipin Naugah, along with other personalities. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address, Minister Sik Yuen commended the Competition\nCommission for organising the contest, describing it as a valuable initiative\nthat encourages young people to engage with issues that directly affect\nconsumers and the economy. He noted that the competition helped participants\nbetter understand market functioning, the process of price formation, and the\nimportance of fair competition in supporting economic development and\nprotecting consumers.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister also highlighted that rising living costs\nremain a significant challenge both globally and locally, driven by factors\nsuch as supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and higher food and\nenergy prices. He underlined that Government measures, including the Price\nStabilisation Fund and subsidies on essential commodities, are helping to\ncushion consumers against international price shocks.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He emphasised the role of the Competition Commission in\npromoting fair, transparent, and competitive markets, while reaffirming its\nimportance in safeguarding consumer welfare and market efficiency.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">For his part, Mr Naugah pointed out that the initiative help\nbuild a stronger culture of competition awareness among young people, who\nrepresent future consumers, professionals, and decision-makers. <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Cash prizes were awarded to the winners in both categories.\nIn the tertiary education category, different teams from the University of\nMauritius secured first, second and third places, receiving cash prizes of Rs\n60,000, Rs 30,000 and Rs 15,000 respectively. In the secondary school category,\nRoyal College of Port Louis clinched first place with a cash prize of Rs\n50,000, followed by Eden College Girls in second place with Rs 25,000 and\nColl\u00e8ge du Bon et Perp\u00e9tuel Secours (BPS College) in third place with Rs\n10,000.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Education, Commerce<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Vacancies: Project Manager LDA<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Renting of Office Space with Integrated Facilities for National Empowerment Foundation at Rodrigues<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>TRAFFIC DIVERSION ALONG DESCHARTRES STREET<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Traffic Management<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communiqu\u00e9 de presse - Concours national STEM : l\u2019UdM et le MIE mobilis\u00e9s pour encourager les jeunes filles dans les sciences et technologies<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>PROVISION OF TRANSPORT SERVICES FOR THE CONVEYANCE OF STAFF-NIGHT SHIFT<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Provision of a Medical Insurance Scheme to the Open University of Mauritius<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Tenders<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>ICT: Technical staff engaged on ongoing and future digital transformation initiatives<\/h1><div id='gallery-1253' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5559' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5560' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5561' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5562' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1253' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Digital transformation initiatives and future technology projects were the focus of a presentation session held yesterday at the Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Tower in \u00c9b\u00e8ne, bringing together technical officers from the Ministry of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation, its departments and organisations operating under its purview.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The session, held as part of a staff workshop, provided an opportunity for technical staff to engage on ongoing and upcoming digital transformation initiatives. Addressing participants, the Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation, Dr Avinash Ramtohul, called on them to further contribute to the successful implementation of these initiatives.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He highlighted the importance of bringing together\nall technical personnel to provide a comprehensive overview of the Ministry\u2019s\njourney, from the inception of key projects to the milestones achieved and the\nobjectives ahead. He recalled the support being provided by Government to\nfacilitate the implementation of a range of technological and digital\ninitiatives, and noted that several projects have already been undertaken at\nthe Ministry level while others have been implemented in collaboration with\npartner Ministries.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">According\nto Dr Ramtohul, it was essential to ensure that all technical employees were\nfully informed about the various projects being carried out by the Ministry and\nits affiliated entities. Speaking of the significant untapped potential\nexists within the technical workforce, he called on officers to contribute\nbeyond their current responsibilities.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">He\nmoreover encouraged members of different technical teams to collaborate across\nprojects and participate actively in initiatives where they could make\nmeaningful contributions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">This\nworkshop provided an opportunity to review progress achieved over the past\neighteen months, reflect on challenges encountered, and discuss key national projects, the\nimplementation of the Digital Transformation Blueprint 2025\u20132029, the National\nAI Strategy 2025\u20132030, cybersecurity, digital trust, data governance, digital\npublic services and the Ministry\u2019s vision for a more connected and innovative\nMauritius.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Technology, Information Technology, Innovation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Palma Community Health Centre Expansion Project under consideration<\/h1><div id='gallery-1254' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5563' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5564' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5565' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5566' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5567' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5568' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5569' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5570' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1254' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil\nKumar Bachoo, conducted a site visit, yesterday at the Palma Community Health Centre, to discuss future\ndevelopment plans aimed at enhancing the healthcare services for residents of the locality.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">During the visit, Minister Bachoo noted that\nthe Community Health Centre is operating within limited space and is\nincreasingly facing challenges in accommodating the growing number of patients\nseeking medical care. He underscored the need to explore sustainable solutions\nto meet rising demand, including the expansion of the current facility or the\nconstruction of a new Community Health Centre.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Minister emphasised Government\u2019s\ncommitment to strengthening primary healthcare services and ensuring that\nhealthcare infrastructure keeps pace with the needs of the population. He also\ninteracted with healthcare personnel to better understand the operational\nchallenges faced by the facility and to gather their views on ways to enhance\nservice delivery.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The site visit forms part of the Ministry\u2019s\nongoing efforts to improve access to quality, patient-centred healthcare and\nmodernise health infrastructure across the country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Also present was the Member of Parliament, Ms\nStephanie Anquetil, who briefed the Minister on the renovation works currently\nunderway at the health centre. She highlighted that the ongoing improvements\nwill contribute to enhancing both patient care and working conditions for\nhealthcare staff.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Ms Anquetil further noted that, while the\nrenovation project will address immediate infrastructural needs, discussions on\nlong-term solutions, including the possible expansion of the facility, remain\nessential to adequately cater for the healthcare requirements of the growing\npopulation in the area.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Consultancy Services for the Recruitment of an Individual Consultant to Provide Technical Assistance to Strengthen the Capacity of Government in preparation for the third round of AML\/CFT\/CPF Mutual Evaluation for Mauritius<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS ON SUNDAY 21 JUNE 2026<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Police Communiques<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Application for Ground Water Licence No. 436 at Palma, Quatre Bornes<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Application for Ground Water Licence No. 433 at Palma, Quatre Bornes<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>CSU launches participatory workshop to support Rodriguan migrants in Mauritius<\/h1><div id='gallery-1260' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5571' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5572' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5573' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5574' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5575' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5576' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5577' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5578' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5579' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5580' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5581' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5582' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1260' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><br>A one-day participatory community workshop, under the Rodriguan Internal Migrants Empowerment and Support Programme, opened, this morning, at the Youth Hub in Cit\u00e9 La Cure, in the presence of the Head of the Citizen Support Unit (CSU), Prime Minister\u2019s Office, Mr Louis Girty Eleonore. The initiative forms part of a broader effort to support Rodriguan migrants living in Mauritius through practical and sustainable, community-based interventions.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The programme is being implemented by the CSU, following the publication in 2025 of the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) report entitled \u2018Internal Migration between the Islands of Rodrigues and Mauritius: Drivers, Challenges and Opportunities for Support\u2019. The report identified several challenges faced by Rodriguan migrants including housing difficulties, financial insecurity, lack of information and preparedness, family separation and psychosocial distress, gender-related vulnerabilities, as well as poverty, exclusion and stigmatisation.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Building on the report\u2019s findings, the programme seeks to strengthen the capacities, autonomy, resilience and equal opportunities of Rodriguan migrants through a participatory community development approach. It brings together Rodriguan communities, Ministries, Government departments, local authorities, non-governmental organisations and other stakeholders to develop concrete responses to the issues identified.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Participants are invited to identify the main challenges, resources and opportunities within the identified intervention areas, with a view to developing a realistic and sustainable community action plan.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The pilot phase of the programme will be implemented in Cluster 1, which comprises several localities in the regions of Cit\u00e9 La Cure, Sainte Croix and Roche Bois, including Ti Rodrig, State Land Robert Scott, Marjolain and Karo Kalyptis. The cluster approach aims to facilitate community mobilisation, strengthen inter-agency coordination and support the implementation of joint actions at regional level.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address, Mr Eleonore emphasised that the programme seeks to move beyond awareness and sensitisation activities by promoting community participation, ownership and practical action. He highlighted the importance of developing SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound) initiatives and sustainable solutions informed by both the recommendations of the IOM report and the lived experiences of Rodriguan migrants.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Mr Eleonore further pointed out that Government is committed to addressing the issues raised by Rodriguan communities through reliable and targeted interventions. He noted that priorities would be established following a thorough assessment of the challenges identified, allowing for immediate action on the most pressing concerns while laying the groundwork for longer-term solutions.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Rodrigues<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communique - Closing of Cash Office<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a 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The award ceremony was held at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee\nInstitute of Public Service and Innovation in C\u00f4te d\u2019Or Technopole, R\u00e9duit.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Addressing the\nstudents, Mrs Babooram reaffirmed Government\u2019s commitment to building a society\nwhere no one is judged because of their health status and where every\nindividual is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. She emphasised\nthat stigma and discrimination have no place in an inclusive society.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">According to\nher, stigmatisation remains one of the greatest challenges faced by many\nindividuals in our communities, particularly those living with health\nconditions such as HIV\/AIDS. Beyond the medical aspects of the disease, many\nindividuals continue to experience prejudice, social isolation, and negative\nimpacts on their self-esteem and mental well-being, she noted.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Junior Minister\nalso acknowledged the significant progress achieved in the fight against HIV.\nAdvances in treatment and care, she said, have transformed HIV from a\nlife-threatening condition into a manageable one, enabling people to lead long,\nhealthy, productive, and meaningful lives. \nShe stressed the importance of fostering understanding, empathy, and\nacceptance among young people.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Furthermore,\nshe indicated that such initiatives provide an important platform for dialogue\nand shared commitment to build a more compassionate society, free from stigma\nand discrimination. Calling on the students to take an active role in this\ntransformation, Mrs Babooram urged them to become agents of change, emphasising\nthat their voices, actions, and commitment can help create a society founded on\ninclusion, respect, and solidarity.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Intercollege\nSkit Competition<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The\ncompetition is an initiative of the Ministry of Health and Wellness in\ncollaboration with the Ministry of Education and Human Resource, targeting\nsecondary students. It is aimed at promoting awareness among young people on\nHIV\/AIDS-related stigma and encourage positive attitudes towards persons living\nwith HIV\/AIDS through creative expression and peer education.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">St Mary\u2019s\nCollege clinched the first prize while St Esprit College was awarded the first\nrunner-up prize. Sir Leckraz Teelock State Secondary School secured the second\nrunner-up position.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Health, Education<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Notice of Vacancies - REAA<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: All, Vacancies<\/p><a 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5617' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5618' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5619' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1266' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1266' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home\nAffairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, and Minister for\nRodrigues and Outer Islands, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, today, presented the\nGovernment's second National Budget in the National Assembly, outlining a\ncomprehensive strategy to consolidate economic recovery, strengthen resilience,\nand chart a sustainable path towards prosperity.<br><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Building on the reforms initiated in the wake\nof the Government's assumption of office in November 2024, Budget 2026-2027\nseeks to accelerate economic transformation while safeguarding social progress.\nPresented against a backdrop of global uncertainty, geopolitical tensions,\nclimate change challenges, and demographic shifts, the Budget is guided by four\ncore principles: responsibility, solidarity, economic efficiency, and social\njustice.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In his address, the Prime Minister\nhighlighted encouraging economic indicators achieved over the past year.\nUnemployment declined from 6 per cent to 5.7 per cent, while inflation fell\nsignificantly to 3.7 per cent after averaging 7 per cent between 2022 and 2024.\nGross official foreign currency reserves reached a record USD 10.3 billion,\ntourist arrivals surpassed 1.4 million, generating tourism earnings of Rs 103\nbillion, and key sectors such as ICT and financial services continued to\nexpand. The economy grew by 3.2 per cent in 2025, with per capita GDP\nincreasing by 3.3 per cent.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Prime Minister also underscored progress\nmade in governance and institutional reform, namely the restoration of\ndemocratic practices, the resumption of municipal elections, the advancement of\nconstitutional reform, greater representation of women in leadership positions,\nand enhanced transparency. All these achievements have been instrumental\ntowards Mauritius becoming the first\nAfrican country to attain the Special Data Dissemination Standard Plus status.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Central to the Budget is the vision of\ncreating a Future-Ready Economy based on seven strategic pillars.\nThese pillars range from leveraging artificial intelligence and digitalisation,\nunleashing the potential of start-ups and SMEs, expanding and modernising\neconomic space, re-engineering traditional sectors, developing the blue economy\nto addressing investment constraints, and fostering higher, more inclusive\ngrowth.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To improve the well-being of citizens, the Government\nis introducing four flagship initiatives: the Purchasing Power Shield Project,\naimed at protecting households against rising costs; the 25by35 Food\nSecurity Initiative, designed to strengthen domestic\nfood production; the Access to Water for All Programme, focused\non improving water supply and infrastructure; and the Energy Secure\nMauritius Project, geared towards enhancing energy resilience\nand sustainability.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">While pursuing growth and social progress,\nthe Budget also places strong emphasis on fiscal responsibility. Dr Ramgoolam emphasised\nthat lasting prosperity cannot be built on excessive debt and reaffirmed the Government's\ncommitment to fiscal consolidation through prudent management of public\nfinances. According to him restoring fiscal balance is essential to preserving\nthe State's capacity to invest in infrastructure, protect vulnerable groups,\nand support economic development.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Dr Ramgoolam\nindicated that for financial year 2026-2027, Government revenue is projected at\nRs\n235.5 billion and expenditure at Rs 266.7 billion,\nresulting in a budget deficit of 3.7% of GDP. Public\nsector debt is expected to decline to 85.5% of GDP by June 2027 and fall below 80% by June 2029.\nOn that score, the Prime Minister underlined the importance of maintaining\nfiscal discipline to avoid a sovereign credit rating downgrade, which could\nincrease borrowing costs, weaken the rupee, and raise the cost of living.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Salient Measures of Budget\n2026-2027<\/p>\n\n\n Rs 2 billion allocated for the M4 Motorway project linking\n Forbach to the airport to improve connectivity and stimulate economic\n development. \n Rs 175 million earmarked to provide around 11,000 households with water\n tanks and fittings for a continuous water supply. \n Eligible households to receive a 25% grant (up to Rs 75,000) for\n the installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic systems under the\n Household Rooftop Solar PV Scheme. \n Recruitment of 2,220 medical and paramedical personnel,\n including nurses, to strengthen healthcare services. \n Launch of a Visiting Doctor Scheme with an allocation of Rs\n 40 million to bring international specialists to public hospitals. \n Basic Retirement Pension renamed State Age\n Pension, with eligibility based solely on age and not employment status. \n Emoluments and pensions of serving and former Presidents and\n Vice-Presidents to become fully taxable as from 1 July 2026. \n Carer\u2019s Allowance increased from Rs 3,500\n to Rs 4,250 per month. \n Maternity leave extended to 12 months: six\n months at full pay and an optional six months at half pay. Paternity leave\n extended from four weeks to six weeks.\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">For\nthe Prime Minister, the Budget 2026-2027 is one of duty and responsibility\nrather than convenience. He reiterated that the Government remains committed to\nmaking difficult but necessary choices to secure a better future for present\nand future generations. This Budget seeks to balance economic ambition with\nfinancial discipline, laying the foundations for a more resilient, inclusive,\ninnovative, and sustainable Mauritius, said Dr Ramgoolam.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Finance, Others<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>\ufeffBudget 2026-27: Salient measures announced by PM and Minister of Finance, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam<\/h1><div id='gallery-1267' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><\/div><div class='carousel-inner'><div class='carousel-item active'><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5620' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5621' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5622' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=5623' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide='prev'><span class='carousel-control-prev-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Previous<\/span><\/button><button class='carousel-control-next' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-1267' data-bs-slide='next'><span class='carousel-control-next-icon' aria-hidden='true'><\/span><span class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Prime Minister, Dr Navinchandra\nRamgoolam unveiled key 2026-27 Budgetary measures, aimed at achieving fiscal\nconsolidation to invest in infrastructure, support value creation, protect the\nmost vulnerable and guarantee a sustainable future for the country and the next\ngenerations, this evening, in the National Assembly.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Protecting the most vulnerable<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nIncreased\nmonthly Carer\u2019s allowance from Rs 3,500 to Rs 4,250;<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEarmarking\nof a budget of Rs 619 million for Special Education Needs learners<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nProvision\nof Rs 58 million to enable extension of Domiciliary medical visits to\nindividuals aged 85 and above<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nExtended\nMaternity leave to 12 months, with the first 6 months full-paid and remaining optional\n6 months at half pay; extension of paternity leave to 6 weeks<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n10 million will be provided to improve the infrastructure and facilities in the\nRecreation Centres so that our elders can receive better and more services.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Pension Reforms<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEstablishment\nof a unified Independent Pensions Regulatory Authority to decide on general and\nspecific pensions policy<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nA\nCentral Pensions Administration Bureau will regroup<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">all state sponsored schemes\ninto one place to digitalise and facilitate service<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRenaming\nof BRP to State Age Pension, following age being the criterion of state pension\neligibility; <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEvery\neligible individual with income below the threshold of Rs 14,000 will receive\ntheir full SAP<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEligibility\nto SAP from age 60 is restored electively to all citizens, subject to income\ncalibration and actuarial adjustments and<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nPension\nreforms of the President, Vice President, Prime Minister and Deputy Prime\nMinister.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Women empowerment and child protection<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nA\nnew Domestic Abuse Bill and National Adoption Bill will be introduced <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n10 million will be allocated for new shelters, specialised caregiver training,\nand a half-way home.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Tackling drug scourge <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nEarmarking\nof Rs 80 million for the National Agency for Drug Control (NADC) to scale up\nits initiatives <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nAllocating\nof Rs 50 million to Ministries for integrating the fight against drug\ntrafficking and substance abuse across their policies and operations<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nThe\nlaw will be amended to criminalise a broader range of synthetic drugs and\nconsultations are being carried out regarding the use of Cannabis<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Upholding law and order <\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n14.2 billion is being catered to uphold law and order<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n125 million is being earmarked to modernise the fleet of vehicles and an\nadditional amount of Rs 531 million for the acquisition of equipment to\nstrengthen the operational capacity of the Mauritius Police Force<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nRs\n200 million is being provided for the setting up of the National Crime Agency\nwhich will revolutionise policing in Mauritius<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Housing Policy<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">\u00b7 \nFor\nlow-income social housing, Rs 2 billion will be catered for off-site\ninfrastructure under Phase one of the 8,000 social housing project and Rs 150\nmillion will be provided for the implementation of 100 serviced plots with\nessential infrastructure on a pilot basis for middle-income families.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Youth and Sports<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">In a bid to promote the sports\nculture, Rs 110.5 million is being provided to athletes for their preparation\nand participation in four major international games. Government will also\nexpand access to quality sports facilities across the country.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Consumer Protection<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">To accelerate the adoption of rooftop\nsolar and battery systems across all segments of our society, eligible\nhouseholds can now receive a 25% grant\u2014up to a maximum of Rs 75,000 per\napplication\u2014under the Household Rooftop Solar PV Scheme.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Effective 1 July, lower subsidised\nprices will apply to corned mutton, corned beef, canned tuna, infant food,\nmacaroni, black lentils, red lentils, red beans, and luncheon meat.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">A public holiday which falls on a\nSunday, the immediately following Monday will be declared a public holiday.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' target='_blank'>https:\/\/gis.govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Mobile App: GIS News<\/p><p class='news-topics'>Topics: Others<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><\/body>\r\n<\/html>\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4008","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4008","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=4008"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4008\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4021,"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4008\/revisions\/4021"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gis.govmu.org\/gis\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=4008"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}