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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-Provision of Lightning Protection Systems in the Health Institutions of the 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>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'>CANCELLATION OF REGISTRATION OF A TRADE UNION - \u201cIrrigation Authority Manual Workers Union\u201d.<\/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, 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>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>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>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>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>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. 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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'>PER Application - Amarina Villas Ltd & Ors<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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, EIA<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>EIA - Gamma Materials Ltd & Ors<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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Testing and Commissioning of a Content Management Software (CMS) Solution<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>Addendum No. 1 - Review of Existing Retail and Marketing Activities for STC\u2019s Selected Food Commodities<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' 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sensitive events.\nThe programme, which took place from 06 to 08 May 2026, was led by the Director\nof Media Expertise, Mr Jean-Luc Mootoosamy.<\/p><p>Addressing\nparticipants, Junior Minister Narsinghen highlighted the important role played\nby journalists in safeguarding democracy, constitutional values and social\ncohesion. He stressed that a free and independent press must also remain\nresponsible, particularly in a plural society such as Mauritius where reporting\non sensitive issues requires balance, prudence and professionalism.<\/p><p>The\nJunior Minister further underlined the need for rigorous and accurate\njournalism in an era marked by the rapid circulation of information and the\ngrowing influence of social media. He urged journalists to verify facts\nthoroughly, avoid sensationalism, and ensure that reporting serves the public\ninterest. According to him, ethical journalism should contribute to\npeace-building and help prevent divisions within society.<\/p><p>Mr\nNarsinghen also dwelt on the importance of continuous professional development\nfor media practitioners and commended the Media Trust for organising the\ntraining programme. He pointed to the challenges facing the media sector,\nincluding financial pressures and political polarisation, while emphasising the\nneed to support investigative journalism as a key pillar of transparency,\naccountability and democracy.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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, Training<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>A century of strength and devotion: Mrs Marie Anita Perle turns 100<\/h1><div id='gallery-785' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' 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=3619' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3620' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3621' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3622' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3623' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3624' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3625' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3626' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3627' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3628' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3629' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3630' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' 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-785' 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>Mrs Marie Anita\nPerle, born on 05 May 1926, celebrated her 100th\nbirthday with family members and friends on 09 May 2026 at the Social Welfare\nCentre in Le Bouchon.<\/p><p>An official\nceremony was organised by the Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security\nand National Solidarity to honour the new centenarian. On this occasion, Mrs\nPerle received, from the authorities, a cheque amounting to Rs 26,203, another\none to the tune of Rs 10,000 from the National\nSolidarity Fund, a bouquet, a centenarian medal, one certificate and a\ncommode wheel. The Senior Citizens Council also presented her with gifts in\nkind.<\/p><p>The Members of\nthe National Assembly, Messrs Gilbert Tony Apollon and Chitraduthsing Lukeeram,\nas well as other personalities were present at the celebrations.<\/p><p>Born in the coastal village of Le Bouchon, Mrs Perle later moved to L\u2019Escalier with her family. Her\nfather was a fisherman and her mother was a housewife. She grew alongside her two brothers and\nsix sisters, and attended L\u2019Escalier Government School up to Standard III.<\/p><p>She later got married\nreligiously to Mr Fistan Perle in 1962. Together the couple worked as\nlabourers on the Savannah Sugar Estate and raised nine children. Today, Mrs Perle is the proud matriarch of a remarkable family spanning five generations, with 24 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren.<\/p><p>Mrs Perle enjoys\na good health, has good eyesight and still walks on her own without any assistance despite experiencing some hearing difficulties. She enjoyed going out with friends and attend the mass as\nshe has great faith in God.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>NOTICE OF VACANCIES - Mauritius Standard Bureau<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>Lean Manufacturing programme launched to boost productivity and export competitiveness<\/h1><div id='gallery-789' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' 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=3672' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3673' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3674' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3675' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3676' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3677' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3678' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3679' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' 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-789' 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>A two-day capacity building programme on \u201cLean\nManufacturing and Industrial Engineering\u201d opened, this morning in Eb\u00e8ne, with\nthe objective of improving productivity, operational efficiency, and export\ncompetitiveness within Mauritius\u2019 manufacturing sector. The programme is being\norganised jointly by the Economic Development Board (EDB), the Human Resource\nDevelopment Council (HRDC), and the National Productivity and Competitiveness\nCouncil (NPCC).<\/p><p>The\nMinister of Industry, SME and Cooperatives, Mr Sayed Muhammad Aadil Ameer Meea;\nthe Chief Executive Officer of the EDB, Mr Mahen Abhimanu Kundasamy; the\nExecutive Director of the NPCC, Dr Vinaye Ancharaz; the Chairperson of the\nHRDC, Mr Bhooyasheel Akshay Seedoyal; and other personalities were present at\nthe opening ceremony.<\/p><p>The\nprogramme is targeting exporting Small and Medium Enterprises and mid-market\nenterprises operating in key sectors such as Textile & Apparel, Light\nEngineering, Jewellery, and Food & Drink. It has been introduced in response to\nrising production costs, increasing global competition, labour shortages, and\nthe growing need for more efficient and value-added manufacturing systems.\nFollowing the training sessions, participating enterprises will benefit from a\nsix-month implementation phase comprising factory-based interventions and\nproductivity improvement projects.<\/p><p>In his address, Minister Ameer Meea underlined that\nmanufacturing remains a major pillar of the Mauritian economy, accounting for\nmore than 89,000 jobs and generating over Rs 60 billion in exports. He\nnevertheless pointed out that the sector is operating in an increasingly\ncompetitive global environment and emphasised the importance of improving\nproductivity through smarter production methods, reduced inefficiencies, and\nbetter operational planning.<\/p><p>The Minister further highlighted that the programme\nis a strategic intervention that combines technical training with practical\nimplementation, with the aim of strengthening operational efficiency and\nfostering a culture of continuous improvement within enterprises\u2019 production\nprocesses. He also underscored the importance of strong institutional\ncollaboration, encouraging enterprises to actively engage in the process in\norder to build greater resilience and enhance their long-term competitiveness.<\/p><p><br>\nFor his part, Dr Ancharaz pointed to ongoing\neconomic pressures facing Mauritius, including subdued growth prospects and the\nneed to strengthen export performance in order to address structural trade\nimbalances. He emphasised that enhancing manufacturing competitiveness remains\nessential, particularly through improved efficiency in key sectors such as\ntextiles, agro-processing, and light manufacturing, which continue to hold\nsignificant growth potential. He further underscored the importance of\npractical support to enterprises, including digitalisation and productivity\ntools, to help firms adapt, innovate, and remain competitive in an increasingly\nchallenging global environment.<br><\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>Replacement of Kitchen Exhaust System in Catering Unit at New Souillac 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>11 May 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'>Workshop on National Road Safety Strategy 2026\u20132030 marks UN Road Safety Week<\/h1><div id='gallery-791' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' 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=3689' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3690' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3691' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3692' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3693' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3694' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3695' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3696' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' 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-791' 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>The Ministry of Land Transport, in collaboration with the University of\nMauritius, organised a consultative workshop to discuss the National Road\nSafety Strategy 2026\u20132030 and jointly reflect on the future of road\nsafety in Mauritius, today in R\u00e9duit, in the context of the United Nations (UN) Global Road Safety Week. <\/p><p>The UN Global Road Safety Week is observed annually in May to raise\nawareness on road safety and promote actions towards safer roads. It is being\nheld this year from 08 to 12 May under the theme \u2018Safe Walking and Cycling\nfor Sustainable Healthy Cities.\u2019<\/p><p>The Minister of Land Transport, Mr Osman Mahomed, the\nPro-Vice-Chancellor Academia of the UoM, Professor P. Ramasami, and other\npersonalities were present at the opening ceremony. Policy makers, students, academics, researchers, engineers, enforcement authorities, health\nprofessionals and other key stakeholders participated in the workshop. <\/p><p>In his address, Minister Mahomed emphasised that the National Road Safety Strategy under discussion during the workshop outlines a new roadmap aimed at strengthening a more resilient road safety ecosystem. He stressed that the contribution of the Road Safety Observatory will be crucial in enabling policymakers to ensure timely and comprehensive implementation of decisions, thereby shifting from reactive responses to more proactive and targeted interventions.<\/p><p>Mr Mahomed called\nupon more UoM students to show interest in the land transport sector, particularly in research and development, stressing that it remains vital for the well-being and safety of the entire population. The National Road Safety Strategy, he observed, will serve as a comprehensive\nroadmap towards a future where our roads will be safer for all users, in\nparticular the most vulnerable such as cyclists and pedestrians.<\/p><p>The Minister pointed out that the Strategy is centred on key pillars, including strengthening road infrastructure safety, promoting safer road behaviour, and harnessing technology and innovation. He further underlined that the new Strategy will be more adaptive and forward-looking, taking into account emerging trends and risks, in order to ensure that policies remain relevant to the evolving traffic environment.<\/p><p>Moreover, he stated, greater emphasis will be placed on behavioural\nchange and enforcement will be complemented by sustained public education,\ncommunity engagement and the integration of road safety in the educational\ncurriculum. The end result is to foster a culture of responsibility and respect\non the road, he said.<\/p><p>As for Professor Ramasami, he reassured that the UoM will continue to\ncollaborate with the Ministry of Land Transport so as to devise effective measures\nto enhance road safety in Mauritius. He further underscored the need for roads, vehicles and policies to be designed in a way that minimises the risk of human error on the roads resulting in fatal consequences.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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: Transport, Road Safety<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Information session highlights importance of School Health Clubs and student wellbeing<\/h1><div id='gallery-793' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' 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=3697' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3698' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3699' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3700' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3701' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3702' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3703' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3704' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3705' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3706' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3707' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3708' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' 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-793' 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>A half-day information session on the theme \u2018Strengthening School Health\nClubs and student wellbeing\u2019 was held, today, at the auditorium of the Atal\nBihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation in R\u00e9duit, in the\npresence of the Minister of Education and Human Resource, Dr Mahend\nGungapersad; the World Health Organisation (WHO) Representative, Dr Abdou Salam\nGueye; and other personalities.<\/p><p>The session aimed at empowering schools to create safer and healthier\nenvironments through student-led health promotion initiatives. The event\nbrought together secondary school heads and managers. Presentations focus on\nthe key role of the School Health Club Programme in promoting healthy\nlifestyles, mental wellbeing, prevention awareness and student engagement\nwithin schools. <\/p><p>The Heads of Schools and Managers were briefed on the way to review the\norganisational framework for more effective health management and identify\nactivities to be implemented according to a structured\ntimeline. Eight activity categories were proposed namely physical\nactivity; sexual and reproductive health; nutrition; environmental health;\nmental health; safety and First Aid; substance prevention; and health literacy.\nSchools will receive a support voucher of Rs 5,000 to assist in these initiatives.<\/p><p>Representatives of the Ministry of Health and Wellness, the Blood Donors\nAssociation, EDYCS Epilepsy Group, the National Agency for Drug Control, the\nCommunicable Disease Control Unit of the Ministry of Health and Wellness also\nshared expertise and experiences with participants. In addition, the Consultant\nPaediatric Neurologist at St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS\nTrust, Dr Leena Mewasingh, delivered a presentation on the\nteenage brain and the way neuroscience can help those working with young\npeople.<\/p><p>During the information session, a poster on emotional wellbeing which\nwould be distributed to all schools was launched. The objective is to provide\nresources and support for stress management, peer support, and help-seeking\nbehaviours. Moreover, two secondary institutions were awarded a cheque of Rs\n10,000 each, namely Droopnath Ramphul State College, for their excellent\nstudent engagement in health activities, and Patten College boys, for their\nconsistent health club activities.<\/p><p>In his address, the Minister reiterated Government\u2019s commitment to\nprovide not only quality education to every child in Mauritius but also the\nhealth and wellness support he or she needs to thrive. School health clubs, he\nsaid, are deemed to be essential partners in this mission.<\/p><p>According to Dr Gungapersad, the Ministry is developing comprehensive\npolicies for all children in Mauritius to equip them with the relevant\nknowledge and tools for their wellbeing, while also creating pathways for\nstudents who may not perform well academically. He was adamant that adults have\na responsibility to care for children, instil the right values, and enable them\nto learn at their own pace.<\/p><p>For his part, the WHO Representative spoke on the critical importance of\nhealth promoting schools in prevention and raising awareness as he sounded the\nalarm over the high incidence of diabetes and obesity among Mauritian children.\nHe highlighted the WHO\u2019s global vision that every school should be a place where\nstudents learn not only about academic subjects but also the skills and values\nfor healthy living.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>DOWNTIME \u2013 NLTA System<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>COMPILATION OF REGISTER For Constituency No. 21 \u2013 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>11 May 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'>COMPILATION OF REGISTER For Constituencies No. 1 to 20 and Local Government Areas 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>11 May 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'>D\u00e9versement d\u2019huile lourde dans le port 90 % du fioul collect\u00e9s<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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, All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius hosts international conference on indentured labour<\/h1><div id='gallery-798' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' 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=3709' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3710' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3711' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3712' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3713' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3714' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3715' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3716' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' 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-798' 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>Mauritius will host\nthe Indentured Labour Route Project (ILRP) Academic Conference from 13 to 15\nMay 2026 at the University of Mauritius in R\u00e9duit under the theme \u201cThe\nIndentured Labour Route at the Crossroads: Imagining New Futures for the Global\nDiaspora.\u201d The three-day international gathering will bring together scholars,\npolicymakers, cultural practitioners, researchers, historians, students, and\nmembers of the public from across the globe to examine the history, legacy, and\nfuture directions of indentured labour studies.<br><\/p><p>The event is organised\nat the initiative of the Aapravasi Ghat Trust Fund, host of the Secretariat of\nthe ILRP under the aegis of the Ministry of Arts and Culture, in collaboration\nwith the University of Mauritius, the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority,\nthe Centre for Research on Slavery and Indenture, and the Institut de\nRecherche pour le D\u00e9veloppement, France.<\/p><p>The conference aims\nto promote critical research and strengthen global engagement on indentured\nlabour by linking historical experiences with contemporary legacies and future\nresearch directions across the Indian, Atlantic, and Pacific Oceans. It will\nalso chalk out a roadmap for the next five to ten years of research in the\nfield, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among academics,\ngovernments, community leaders, and international partners.<\/p><p>Indentured migration\nremains a major feature of labour mobility in the history of the Indian Ocean\nand the wider colonial plantation world during the 19th and early 20th\ncenturies. However, despite its global significance, the history of indenture\ncontinues to be under-researched in world history studies. The conference\ntherefore seeks to promote wider dissemination of knowledge on indentured\nlabour and integrate the subject fully into international academic scholarship.<\/p><p>Among the highlights\nof the conference are presentations of new research from the global diaspora,\nroundtable discussions, heritage and identity sessions, visual media and\nstorytelling activities, and the soft launch of the Indentured Labour Route\ndatabase. A special screening of the documentary \u201cWHO AM I\u201d followed by\ndiscussions on heritage, memory, and identity will also feature in the\nprogramme.<\/p><p>The opening day, on\nWednesday 13 May, will focus on systems, structures, and histories of\nindenture. The programme includes a keynote lecture by the outgoing President\nof the International Scientific Committee of the ILRP, Dr Maurits Hassankhan,\ntitled \u201cIndenture at the Crossroads: Reframing Histories, Reconnecting\nDiasporas, and Shaping Global Futures.\u201d Several academic sessions will explore\nthemes such as heritage, archaeology, labour migration, colonial systems,\ncultural memory, resistance, and artistic expressions of indenture across\nMauritius, India, South Africa, Suriname, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, and other\nregions.<\/p><p>On the following day,\ndiscussions will centre on lived experiences, identity, and community within\nthe indentured diaspora. A tribute session honouring prominent historians of\nindenture, including Brij V. Lal and Brinsley Samaroo, will be held, while\npresentations will address issues such as gender, religion, migration, diaspora\nidentity, and everyday life in post-indenture societies. The programme also\ncomprises the screening of a documentary produced by Dr Suchi Gupta and a\nstrategic roundtable on the development of the ILRP database and archival\nintegration.<\/p><p>The final leg of the\nconference, Friday 15 May, will examine research methodologies, memory, and\nfuture directions in indenture studies. Sessions will address labour systems,\nsocial regulation, intergenerational trauma, reparations, digital archives,\ncultural reclamation, and public awareness initiatives linked to indentured\nlabour history. A concluding roundtable on creative memory, storytelling,\nmusic, sport, and art in diaspora communities is scheduled.<\/p><p>According to\norganisers, the conference will provide a platform to bolster historical and\ncontemporary linkages between indenture experiences in different parts of the\nworld. It also aims at stimulating new international partnerships and policy\nengagement aligned with UNESCO initiatives. The event is also expected to expand\npublic understanding of migration, resilience, identity, and the enduring\nlegacy of indentured labour in shaping global diasporic communities.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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: Culture<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>PM Ramgoolam attends State Banquet ahead of Africa Forward Summit discussions<\/h1><div id='gallery-800' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-800' 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=3732' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-800' 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-800' 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>The Prime\nMinister, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, attended the State banquet hosted by the\nKenyan President, Dr William Ruto, last evening at State House in Nairobi. The\nbanquet brought together Heads of State and Government, as well as their\nrepresentatives, participating in the inaugural Africa Forward Summit 2026.<br><\/p><p>Held from 11 to\n12 May 2026 under the theme \u201cAfrica Forward: Africa\u2013France Partnerships for\nInnovation and Growth\u201d, the Summit brings together African leaders, French\nPresident Emmanuel Macron, international organisations, business leaders and\ndevelopment partners to discuss innovation-driven and sustainable economic\ngrowth across the continent.<\/p><p>Discussions are\ncentred on reforming the global financial architecture, renewing the\ndevelopment agenda, advancing the energy transition, promoting green\nindustrialisation, strengthening the blue economy, fostering sustainable\nagriculture, accelerating AI and digital technologies, improving health systems\nand enhancing peace and security.<\/p><p>This evening, the\nPrime Minister will intervene in discussions on the blue economy, one of the\nkey pillars of the Summit\u2019s agenda.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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, Diplomacy, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Micro form factor Personal Computers<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>FAKE NEWS ON ALLEGED MONEY PRINTING OF RS 83BN<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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 release for the launch of my.t protect Parental Control<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>The Indentured Labour Route at the Crossroads: Imagining New Futures for the Global Diaspora<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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 Road Safety Week: Minister Mahomed exhorts children to be ambassadors of change<\/h1><div id='gallery-805' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' 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=3733' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3734' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3735' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3736' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3737' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3738' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3739' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3740' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3741' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3742' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3743' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3744' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3745' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' 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-805' 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>The Minister of Land\nTransport, Mr Osman Mahomed, urged children to be ambassadors of change, during\nan awareness campaign held, this morning at De La Salle RCA School in Port\nLouis, in the context of International Road Safety Week 2026. <\/p><p>The event brought together\nthe Director of the Traffic Management and Road Safety Unit (TRMSU), Mr Akash\nSungker; representatives of the National Land Transport Authority; educators;\nand students, all united around the message of safer roads for future\ngenerations.<\/p><p>A road safety flyer designed\nfor young learners was launched on the occasion and will soon be distributed to\nall pre-primary and primary schools across the country. This initiative forms\npart of activities marking the United Nations Global Road Safety Week, observed\nfrom 08 to 12 May, under the theme \u201cMake Walking and Cycling Safe.\u201d<\/p><p>In a statement, Minister\nMahomed described De La Salle RCA School as one of the oldest schools in Port\nLouis, adding that he was honoured to speak to the children on such an\nimportant issue. He encouraged them to become ambassadors of change and help\npromote responsible behaviour on the roads within their families and\ncommunities.<\/p><p>The Minister also\nhighlighted the implementation of the National Curriculum Framework for the\nContinuum of Road Safety Education, developed by the Mauritius Institute of\nEducation in collaboration with the TRMSU and the Ministry of Education and\nHuman Resource. The programme integrates road safety education into Grades 1 to\n6 and aims to equip children with the knowledge and reflexes needed to protect\nthemselves and others on the road.<\/p><p>He further indicated that\nefforts are underway to extend the framework to pre-primary and secondary\ninstitutions, with the objective of reaching a wider audience and nurturing a\nnew generation of responsible, safety-conscious road users in Mauritius.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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: Transport<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Preparation and Auditing of Statutory Financial Statements<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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'>IFB - New Corporate Logo<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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'>IFB - Oil Spill Response Equipment<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>International Nurses Day: Nurses honoured for vital contribution to healthcare delivery<\/h1><div id='gallery-809' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' 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=3746' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3747' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3748' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3749' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3750' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3751' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3752' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3753' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3754' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' 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-809' 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>On\nthe occasion of the International Nurses\nDay 2026 observed annually on 12 May, an official ceremony was held this morning\nat the Polytechnics Mauritius in Pamplemousses, to\nhonour the vital role and dedication of nursing officers in delivering quality\nhealthcare to the population.<br><\/p><p>The\nDirector of Nursing at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Mr B.R Guness, the Registrar\nof Nursing Council, Mr Krist Dhurmah, and the lecturer at Polytechnics Mauritius in\nNursing, Mr Jay Seegolam, were among the key attendees. <\/p><p>In\nhis address, Mr Guness highlighted that the day provides an opportunity to recognise and valorise the invaluable\ncontribution of the nursing community, which remains at the heart of the\nhealthcare system in Mauritius. He stressed the importance of supporting,\ninvesting in and empowering nurses to ensure the delivery of high-quality\nhealthcare services and enhanced patient safety.<\/p><p>Speaking on the theme, he indicated that it addresses\nkey challenges facing the healthcare sector, including workforce shortages,\nincreasing healthcare demands and the growing need for nursing leadership in\nstrengthening health systems. \u201cIt is now more important than ever to develop\nthe competencies and professional qualities of nurses to ensure quality\nhealthcare services,\u201d he said.<\/p><p>For his part, Mr Dhurmah recalled that the Nursing\nCouncil serves as the regulatory body responsible for licensing nurses to\npractise. He emphasised the Council\u2019s pivotal role in professionalising the\nnursing profession, ensuring that practitioners are adequately trained, and\nupholding ethical standards within the sector. He further welcomed the range of\nspecialised courses currently being offered by universities for nurses,\ndescribing the initiative as commendable.<\/p><p>International Nurses Day<\/p><p>The\nDay is celebrated on the anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birth, the founder\nof modern nursing, widely known as the \"Lady with the Lamp\" for her\ncare of wounded soldiers during the Crimean War. The theme retained for this\nyear is \u201cOur Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.\u201d<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>\ufeffMauritius strengthens Cancer Care through collaboration with Indian Specialists<\/h1><div id='gallery-810' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' 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=3680' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3681' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3682' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3683' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3684' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3685' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3686' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3687' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3688' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' 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-810' 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>Dr Saravana Rajamanickam, a\nthoracic surgical oncologist and pioneer in robotic oncology, and Dr\nDeepti Mishra, a consultant surgical oncologist specialising in minimally\ninvasive and robotic cancer surgery, from Thangam Cancer Centre in India,\nwere on a visit to Mauritius from 04 to 11 May 2026.<\/p><p>In this context, the\nMinister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, met with the specialists\non 08 May 2026 at the New Cancer Centre in Phoenix.<\/p><p>In a statement, Minister Bachoo highlighted that the complex surgeries, which last between six to eight hours, are being performed free of charge by the visiting doctors. He\nexpressed gratitude for their dedication and encouraged them, as\nwell as other members of their medical team, to continue visiting Mauritius to\nassist local patients.<\/p><p>Dr Rajamanickam pointed out\nthat there has been a noticeable rise in cancer cases in Mauritius, attributing\nthe increase mainly to smoking, the consumption of processed foods, and the\nextensive use of pesticides.<\/p><p>For her part, Dr Mishra\nexpressed the wish to continue collaborating with the Mauritian Government by sharing her expertise and providing hands-on training and specialised\nknowledge to Mauritian doctors. <\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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'>EOI - Recruitment of Engineers<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>OFFER OF SCHOLARSHIPS FROM THE JAPANESE GOVERNMENT (MEXT) SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME FOR 2027<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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, Scholarships<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Minister Boolell encourages youth participation in agricultural ventures<\/h1><div id='gallery-813' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3731' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' 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-813' 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>The\nNational Launch of World Food Forum (WFF) Mauritius, aiming to strengthen youth\nengagement in agrifood systems, was held on 09 May 2026, in the presence of the\nMinister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries, Dr\nArvin Boolell, at the Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Tr\u00e9sor.<\/p><p>The event, an initiative of\nthe Grand River South East Youth Circle, in collaboration with the\nFood and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), brought together\nrepresentatives of Ministries, international organisations, youth leaders and\nkey stakeholders.<\/p><p>Minister Boolell highlighted\nthe importance of research and development in the agricultural sector to\nenhance the value of local products. He stressed the urgent need to boost local\nproduction in order to strengthen food security and reduce dependence on\nimports in the context of the ongoing Middle East crisis.<\/p><p>He also encouraged more young\npeople to engage in agricultural entrepreneurship and called for increased\ninvestment in quality research, innovation, and technology to support the\nsustainable development of the sector<\/p><p>As part of the forum, a group\nof youngsters of the GRSEYC will undertake a range of agricultural projects for\na period of six months with the technical support of the United Nations and the\nFAO.<\/p><p>It is recalled that the WFF is\na global platform established under the auspices of the FAO. It serves as an\ninclusive mechanism to mobilise youth as strategic partners in the\ntransformation of agrifood systems. In alignment with this global\nframework, the establishment of the WFF Mauritius National Youth Chapter seeks\nto institutionalise youth engagement in agrifood systems governance, innovation\nand policy dialogue at national level.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Enlistment of service providers for the management of shelter Cap L\u2019Espoir at Cap Malheureux<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>Government adopts multisectoral strategy against communicable diseases, says Minister Bachoo<\/h1><div id='gallery-815' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-815' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-815' 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=3755' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3756' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-815' 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-815' 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>\u201cThe present situation is being dealt with in a\nserious, structured and evidence-based manner,\u201d said the Minister of Health and\nWellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, today in the National Assembly, in reply to a\nPrivate Notice Question regarding the recent outbreaks of chikungunya, dengue,\nleptospirosis and Mpox in Mauritius.<br><\/p><p>At the outset, the\nMinister reassured that his Ministry was treating the situation \u201cwith utmost\nseriousness,\u201d while outlining the number of confirmed cases, deaths, preventive\nactions and national response mechanisms being implemented to contain the\nspread of communicable diseases.<\/p><p>From January to 11\nMay 2026, Mauritius recorded 2,816 local cases of chikungunya, including 102\nactive cases, while all five imported cases have recovered. Regarding dengue,\none local case and six imported cases were reported, with all patients having\nrecovered. As for leptospirosis, 21 cases were registered, including six deaths\ninvolving patients with severe forms of the disease and underlying\nco-morbidities, including one patient who was brought dead to hospital. Two\nimported cases of Mpox involving travellers arriving from Madagascar were also\ndetected, with both patients having recovered and no signs of infection\nreported among their contacts.<\/p><p>Explaining the\ncharacteristics of the diseases, the Minister pointed out that chikungunya and\ndengue are mosquito-borne viral infections transmitted mainly by infected Aedes\nmosquitoes, while leptospirosis is a bacterial zoonotic disease spread through\ncontact with water, soil or mud contaminated by infected animal urine. Mpox, he\nrecalled, spreads mainly through close contact with infected persons,\ncontaminated materials or animals.<\/p><p>Since the\noutbreaks, extensive sensitisation campaigns have been carried out nationwide.\nAccording to Mr Bachoo, these comprised 224 community sensitisation sessions,\n61 health education talks in high-risk areas, sensitisation programmes for 400\nmunicipal and district council workers, more than 200 radio and television\ninterventions, campaigns across nine digital media platforms, and the\ndistribution of over 30,000 posters and leaflets.<\/p><p>The Minister\nfurther underlined that large-scale vector control and environmental sanitation\nexercises are underway. A total of 25,341 premises were inspected, while 524\nsanitary notices, 2,195 water notices and 1,300 statements of nuisance were\nissued. More than 105,905 premises were treated with larvicides, mist blowing\nactivities were conducted at 81,535 locations, and indoor residual spraying was\ncarried out in 1,811 houses. In addition, 100,000 male sterile mosquitoes are\nbeing released weekly as part of mosquito population control measures.<\/p><p>With regard to\nleptospirosis, Mr Bachoo cautioned that \u201cthese diseases cannot be controlled by\nthe Ministry of Health and Wellness alone,\u201d adding that \u201ca One Health and\nmultisectoral approach is essential\u201d as the diseases involve the intersection\nof human health, animal health and the environment. On that score, several\nmultisectoral meetings have been organised with Ministries responsible for\nEnvironment, Agriculture, Veterinary Services and Local Government, alongside\nmunicipal and district councils, police authorities, public health inspectors,\nhospitals, laboratories and private stakeholders.<\/p><p>The Minister stated\nthat Government\u2019s strategy hinges on strengthened surveillance, early\ndiagnosis, standardised clinical management, public sensitisation, rodent\ncontrol and occupational health protection. Mapping of high-risk localities and\nclusters has also been undertaken, notably in Plaine Wilhems, Port Louis and\nBlack River for chikungunya cases.<\/p><p>Referring to rodent\ncontrol measures, the Minister informed that the Rodent Control Unit carried\nout 25,492 interventions in 2025 compared to 9,751 in 2024. Measures include\nintensified baiting exercises, environmental clean-up campaigns, drain\ncleaning, waste management, clearing of illegal dumping sites, and\ninterventions around rivers, canals, livestock areas and residential zones.<\/p><p>The Minister also\nhighlighted the contribution of local authorities, which cleaned around 3,100\nplots of bare land, intensified rodent control activities. They issued some\n2,800 notices, conducted regular drain cleaning operations, and organised\nfortnightly flushing of markets and fairs with the support of the Mauritius\nFire and Rescue Service.<\/p><p>Mr Bachoo further\nreassured that all regional hospitals and designated health institutions are\nequipped with isolation and treatment facilities for infectious diseases.\nEnhanced surveillance measures are also in place at the airport and port, where\nsanitary officers screen incoming passengers and vessels. Travellers arriving\nfrom affected countries are subject to follow-up monitoring by Regional Health\nOffices.<\/p><p>In addition, the\nMinistry maintains adequate stocks of vaccines for Mpox, mosquito repellent\ncreams, laboratory testing kits, personal protective equipment, insecticides,\nrodenticides and essential medicines, including antibiotics, analgesics and\nintensive care drugs.<\/p><p>The Minister urged\nthe public to play its role by maintaining clean surroundings and preventing\nmosquito breeding and rodent infestation. He deplored that not many citizens\nare not maintaining their lands thereby causing public nuisances to the\nneighbourhood.<\/p><p>Mauritius recorded 9,393 dengue cases and eight deaths in\n2024, compared to only 55 cases and no deaths in 2025. \u201cI am confident that the\ndecisions taken by the Government as far as public health and sanitary measures\nare concerned will bear their fruits and that we will win this battle against\nthe spread of these diseases,\u201d Mr Bachoo said in his concluding remarks.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Electric Drilling with Integrated Irrigation System for Neurosurgery Unit at Victoria 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>13 May 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'>10th Indian Ocean Dialogue, New Delhi, India, 7-8 May 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>13 May 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<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Procurement of Vegetables for all Hospitals<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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'>Firing Exercise at Midlands Gallery Range<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Road Closure - Allee des Flamboyants, Pailles, Guibies<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Acting Prime Minister Navarre-Marie urges enhanced response to family abandonment and abuse<\/h1><div id='gallery-821' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3802' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' 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-821' 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>The need to strengthen protection and support mechanisms for\nvictims of domestic violence and abandoned children was highlighted by the\nActing Prime Minister, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, Mrs\nMarie Arianne Navarre-Marie, this morning, at a symposium titled \u2018Family\nAbandonment: A Call for Justice\u2019, held at the City Council of Port Louis.<\/p><p>The event was organised by the non-governmental organisation\n(NGO) Fam An Mars (FAM) in collaboration with the Junior Chamber\nInternational (JCI) Quatre Bornes. It served as a platform for women to voice\ntheir struggles while also calling for greater awareness and more effective\nresponses to cases of family abandonment.<\/p><p>The Attorney-General, Mr Gavin Patrick Cyril Glover; the\nLord Mayor of the City Council of Port Louis, Mr Aslam Adam Hosenally; the\nOmbudsperson for Children, Mrs Aneeta Ghoorah; the President of FAM, Mrs\nRuqayah B. Khayrattee; the President of JCI Quatre Bornes, Ms Srirupa Wawge;\nand several other personalities were present.<\/p><p>In her address, the Acting Prime Minister underlined the\nimportance of listening to survivors and victims of domestic violence in the\nreview and amendment of existing legislation. She noted that cases of violence\nagainst women and abandoned children are reported daily to the Ministry and\nstressed that laws must continuously evolve to address gaps, including emerging\nforms of abuse such as financial violence. She also emphasised that, beyond\nlegal reforms, effective enforcement of the law by all stakeholders, including\nthe police, courts and support services, remains essential.<\/p><p>Mrs Navarre-Marie further called for continuous and\nprofessional training of frontline officers, police personnel, NGOs and shelter\nstaff to ensure victims are treated with dignity and empathy. She highlighted\nthe difficulties faced by children in shelters, particularly those who are\nundeclared and unable to access essential services such as education,\nhealthcare and employment opportunities. She reaffirmed Government\u2019s commitment\nto strengthening support systems for vulnerable children and families in collaboration\nwith relevant institutions and NGOs, while encouraging victims of abuse to come\nforward and seek assistance.<\/p><p>The Attorney-General, for his part, stressed that family\nabandonment constitutes a serious social issue that requires sustained public\ndiscussion and awareness. He recalled that the family plays a fundamental role\nin shaping values and resilience, warning that its breakdown places significant\nemotional and financial strain on children and other vulnerable members, with\nwomen often bearing the greatest responsibility.<\/p>\n\nMr Glover further\nexplained that family abandonment is generally the result of combined\npressures, including financial hardship, unemployment, addiction, and\nrelationship breakdown. He referred to existing legal provisions under the\nCriminal Code and the Children\u2019s Act, noting that amendments are being\nconsidered to strengthen enforcement and close legal gaps. He added that legal\naction alone is not sufficient and must be supported by counselling services,\naddiction treatment, parenting programmes, and accessible social support\nsystems to effectively address the problem.<\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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'>May Measurement Month campaign launched to promote early detection of hypertension and NCDs<\/h1><div id='gallery-822' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-822' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3785' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3786' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-822' 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-822' 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>A series of activities in the context of May\nMeasurement Month was launched, today at the Municipal Council of Beau\nBassin\/Rose Hill, in the presence of the Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil\nKumar Bachoo.<\/p><p>Also present at the event were the Junior Minister\nof Tourism, Mr Jean Sydney Pierre; the Deputy Mayor of the Municipal Council of\nBeau Bassin\/Rose-Hill, Mrs Gina Frances Lilianna Andr\u00e9a Poonoosamy; health\nprofessionals and other stakeholders.<\/p><p>Organised by the Ministry of Health and Wellness,\nthe campaign aims to raise awareness on the prevention and early detection of\nnon-communicable diseases (NCDs), particularly hypertension. Activities\nconducted during the event included blood pressure screening sessions,\ncounselling services, exhibitions on health-related issues, and displays of\nfood plate models to encourage healthier eating habits and lifestyle choices.<\/p><p>In his address, Minister Bachoo described\nhypertension as a \u201csilent killer\u201d, pointing out that many individuals remain\nunaware they are suffering from the condition until serious complications\noccur. He stressed that hypertension is closely associated with heart disease,\nstrokes and renal insufficiency, while statistics showed that 527 deaths linked\nto hypertension and some 1,070 stroke-related deaths were recorded in Mauritius\nin 2024. According to the Minister, nearly one-third of the Mauritian population\nis affected by hypertension, with a significant number of cases remaining\nundiagnosed.<\/p><p>Dr Bachoo also expressed concern over the growing\nprevalence of hypertension among young people, noting that cases have been\ndetected among secondary school students through school health programmes. He\nattributed the rise in hypertension and other NCDs largely to unhealthy\nlifestyles, including poor dietary habits, smoking, alcohol consumption and\nphysical inactivity.<\/p><p>The Minister further highlighted the various\nawareness campaigns, outreach programmes and screening exercises being carried\nout nationwide, while reaffirming Government\u2019s commitment to strengthening\nhealthcare services and specialised diabetes and hypertension care units in\nregional hospitals. He urged the population to adopt healthier lifestyles,\nundergo regular medical check-ups and prioritise prevention to reduce\ncomplications and save lives.<\/p><p>For his part, Mr Jean Sydney Pierre encouraged\ncitizens to make full use of Mauritius\u2019 free public healthcare system,\nincluding mediclinics, decentralised healthcare facilities, screening services\nand counselling programmes. He underlined the increasing burden of NCDs such as\ndiabetes, obesity and hypertension in the country, stressing that these\ndiseases are often linked to lifestyle habits and can lead to severe health\ncomplications if not detected and managed early.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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'>Vacancies at the COMESA<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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 hosts Indentured Labour Route International Conference<\/h1><div id='gallery-824' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-824' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-824' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-824' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-824' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-824' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-824' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><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=3771' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3772' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-824' 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-824' 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>The three-day Indentured Labour\nRoute International Conference, being held from 13 to 15 May under the\ntheme \u201cThe Indentured Labour Route at the Crossroads: Imagining New\nFutures for the Global Diaspora,\u201d officially opened, today, at the\nPaul Octave Wiehe Auditorium in R\u00e9duit in the presence of the Minister of Arts\nand Culture, Mr Mahendra Gondeea.<\/p><p>The President of the\nInternational Scientific Committee of the Indentured Labour Route Project\n(ILRP), Dr Farzana Gounder; the Chairperson of the Aapravasi Ghat Trust Fund\n(AGTF), Mr Sukhend Ramadass; the Head of Secretariat of the ILRP and Director\nof the AGTF, Mr Ved Prakash Bhundhun; diplomatic corps, Mauritian and\ninternational scholars as well as other personalities were present.<\/p><p>The event is an initiative of\nthe AGTF in collaboration with the Ministry of Arts and Culture. It aims\nto develop a roadmap for research on indentured labour over the next decade,\nstrengthen historical and contemporary linkages between indenture experiences\nacross the Indian Ocean, Atlantic, and Pacific regions, and expand research\nfrom regional case studies to a broader global framework. The event also seeks\nto address contemporary post-indenture challenges and diasporic connections\nwhile fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among policymakers,\nresearchers, and community leaders.<\/p><p>In his keynote address, Minister Gondeea\nstated that the conference marks an important milestone for Mauritius and all\nnations linked through the shared history of indenture. He noted that Mauritius\nremains one of the most significant places to host such a gathering, as the\nhistory of indenture is deeply rooted in the country\u2019s identity and heritage.\nReferring to the Aapravasi Ghat, he\nunderlined that the UNESCO World Heritage Site stands as a symbol of courage,\nresilience and hope for generations of indentured labourers.<\/p><p>The Minister further highlighted that the conference goes\nbeyond revisiting history and aims to shape the future of indenture studies\nthrough international dialogue, research and cooperation. He also welcomed the\nsoft launch of the Indentured Labour Database, describing it as an important\nstep towards positioning Mauritius as a global centre for research,\ndocumentation and collaboration in indenture studies. Reaffirming Government\u2019s\ncommitment to heritage preservation, he stressed that heritage should serve as\na bridge that unites people and preserves humanity\u2019s shared memory for future\ngenerations.<\/p><p>For her part, Dr Gounder emphasised that the\nILRP has evolved into a global initiative connecting countries, institutions\nand communities linked through the history of indenture. She noted that one of\nthe project\u2019s key priorities is the development of an international indentured\nlabour database bringing together archival records, migration histories and\ncommunity knowledge into a shared global resource.<\/p><p>As for Mr Ramadass, he underlined the major\ncontribution of indentured labourers in shaping societies, cultures and\neconomies around the world. He reiterated the commitment of the AGTF to\nadvancing research, conservation, education and dialogue on indentured labour\nhistory while ensuring that this important heritage continues to be preserved\nand transmitted to future generations.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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: Culture<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Le Premier ministre rencontre le pr\u00e9sident William Ruto<\/h1><div id='gallery-826' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-826' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button 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\u00e9changes commerciaux et des investissements dans divers secteurs ;<\/p><p>* La collaboration en mati\u00e8re de s\u00e9curit\u00e9 maritime r\u00e9gionale dans l\u2019oc\u00e9an Indien, notamment dans la lutte contre la piraterie et le trafic illicite ;<\/p><p>* La connectivit\u00e9 a\u00e9rienne entre Maurice et le Kenya ;<\/p><p>* Le pr\u00e9sident kenyan a \u00e9galement sollicit\u00e9 le soutien du Premier ministre et de Maurice \u00e0 la candidature de la juge de la Cour supr\u00eame, Njoki Ndung\u2019u, au poste de juge \u00e0 la Cour p\u00e9nale internationale.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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: Diplomacy<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Learn AI School Innovation Challenge 2026: President Gokhool chairs stakeholders\u2019 meeting<\/h1><div id='gallery-827' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' 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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>In\nthe context of the 2nd edition of the Learn AI School Innovation Challenge 2026, a\ncompetition-based training for students of Grades 10 and 12, a stakeholder\u2019s\nmeeting was chaired yesterday by the President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr\nDharam Gokhool, at the State House in R\u00e9duit.<\/p><p>This\nInnovation Challenge is an initiative\nof Dayforce, DoraCrea and Mauritius Telecom in collaboration with the Office of\nthe President, the Ministry of Education and Human Resource, and the Ministry\nof Information, Communication and Innovation. It aims to empower students to\npropose Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven solutions to national challenges. A total of 59 schools and\n91 projects were registered for the edition. <\/p><p>In his address,\nPresident Gokhool highlighted that the meeting aimed to address existing shortcomings\nand chart the way forward for the successful running of the competition. He pointed out\nthat the Government\nProgramme 2025-2029 lays strong emphasis on digital transformation, innovation,\nand the modernisation of public institutions and services. The pace of\ntechnological advancement, he stated, requires close collaboration and\ninnovation between public institutions, industry leaders, educators,\nresearchers, innovators and private sector.<\/p><p>In\nthis regard, he indicated that the Ministry of Information Technology,\nCommunication and Innovation is actively advancing initiatives related to\nnational AI strategies and broader digital transformation frameworks that will\nhelp shape the future digital landscape of Mauritius. The Learn-AI Innovation\nChallenge, he noted, contributes to the development of a national innovation\necosystem that empowers the youth and prepares Mauritius for the opportunities\nand challenges of the future.<\/p><p>President\nGokhool further emphasised that Mauritius must position itself as a consumer of\nemerging technologies and a responsible contributor to ethical, inclusive, and\nhuman-centred AI development within the region and beyond.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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, Artificial Intelligence<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Sustainable Development: Transforming Ravenala into eco-friendly craft products<\/h1><div id='gallery-830' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-830' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-830' 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=3813' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3814' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-830' 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-830' 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>The Mauritius\nResearch and Innovation Council (MRIC) in collaboration with the Academy of\nDesign and Innovation (ADI) is holding an exhibition on the theme \u201cCreating\nCraft Product using Ravenala Madagascariensis and Textile Fabric Waste\u201d. The\ninitiative, which is scheduled on Friday 15 May 2026 at Vall\u00e9e des Pr\u00eatres in Port Louis, highlights\nongoing efforts to promote sustainable development, environmental preservation,\nand innovation through the transformation of invasive plant species and\nindustrial textile waste into eco-friendly craft products.<br><\/p><p>Mauritius is\nwell-known for its rich biodiversity with unique fauna and flora. However, these natural resources are\nincreasingly under threat due to deforestation and the proliferation of\ninvasive plant and animal species, which hinder the growth and survival of\nendemic plants within the Mauritian ecosystem. <\/p><p>In this context, the\nNational Parks and Conservation Service has been undertaking the clearing of\nRavenala Madagascariensis, commonly known as Ravenala, from forested areas to\nsafeguard native and endemic species. Once cut, the remaining plant parts are\noften left in forests, creating breeding grounds for mosquitoes and raising\nadditional environmental and public health concerns.<\/p><p>To address these\nchallenges, the ADI developed this circular-economy-based project funded by the\nMRIC. The project focuses on transforming harvested Ravenala plants and\ndiscarded textile fabric waste into value-added products while minimising\nenvironmental impact. <\/p><p>Through extensive\nexperimentation with different materials and proportions, several\ntransformation processes were developed to convert the raw materials into\nhandmade paper, organic fertilisers, ropes, packaging materials, handcrafted\njewellery, and bio-composite materials for interior applications, among others.<\/p><p>The project also\nexplores the collaborative use of Ravenala fibre and industrial textile waste\nas innovative alternative raw materials for the craft industry. Ravenala fibre,\nknown for its remarkable tensile strength, already has several applications in Mauritius,\nincluding natural fencing, construction materials, indoor blinds, and other\nhandcrafted items. At the same time, recycling textile waste helps address one\nof the major sources of industrial pollution by giving discarded fabric a\nrenewed purpose instead of allowing it to accumulate in landfills.<\/p><p>Aligned with the\nUnited Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the ADI\u2019s commitment to\nfostering a circular economy, the initiative seeks to contribute to\nenvironmental sustainability while creating new economic and employment\nopportunities within the local craft sector. <\/p><p>The project further\naims to develop a unique and sustainable niche in both local and international\ncraft markets by combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design\nprinciples. The outcomes of the research have been documented to support\nfurther development, innovation, and replication of the initiative in the\nfuture.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>New Trauma and Emergency Unit set up at Dr A.G. Jeetoo Hospital<\/h1><div id='gallery-831' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='12' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' 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=3830' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3831' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3832' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3833' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3834' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3835' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3836' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3837' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3838' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3839' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3840' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3841' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3842' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3843' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' 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-831' 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>A new Trauma and\nEmergency Unit aimed at strengthening emergency health care services was\ninaugurated, yesterday at Dr Abdool Gaffoor Jeetoo Hospital in Port Louis.<\/p><p>The Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo; the Minister of\nLabour and Industrial Relations, Mr Muhammad Reza Cassam Uteem; the Minister of\nLand Transport, Mr Mahomed Osman Cassam Mahomed; the Member of Parliament, Dr\nFarhad Ismael Aumeer; and higher officials were present.<\/p><p>The project,\nannounced as part of the 2025 Budget measures to modernise public health care\nservices, features upgraded infrastructure including a new minor operation\ntheatre and a colour-coded triage system designed to improve patient flow and\nemergency response. The red, yellow and green zones will allow medical teams to\nprioritise patients according to the severity of their conditions, ensuring\nfaster and more efficient treatment.<\/p><p>In his address, Minister Bachoo stated that the inauguration of the Unit\nreflects Government\u2019s firm commitment to modernising the health care system,\nstrengthening life-saving services and ensuring that the public hospitals are\nbetter equipped to respond to critical situations. \u201cWith the establishment of\nthe Trauma and Emergency Unit across our regional hospitals, we are bringing\nour system closer to international standards,\u201d he said.<\/p><p>\u201cThe initiative forms part of a wider transformation and reform of the\npublic health system which purports to investing in infrastructure, reinforcing\nspecialised services, and reviewing the way care is delivered across the\ncountry,\u201d added the Minister. He indicated that after the inauguration of the\nTrauma and Emergency Unit in March at Sir Anerood Jugnauth (SAJ) Hospital, similar units will be set up at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam National\n(SSRN) Hospital, Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital and Victoria Hospital.<\/p><p>According to Mr Bachoo, the new Unit will provide a more organised and\nefficient environment for the management of emergency cases as it adopts an\nintegrated approach. He averred that it will support faster assessment and\ndecision-making together with better coordination among teams, and more timely\nintervention for patients requiring urgent care.<\/p><p>Regarding the introduction of the structured coloured-coded triage\nsystem, the Minister underlined its benefits as it will allow patients to be\nassessed according to the emergency of their conditions, reduce unnecessary\ndelays and enable emergency departments to function more safely and\nefficiently. He explained that red category patients will need immediate\nlife-saving interventions, yellow category patients will be given urgent\nmedical attention and green category patients who have less urgent conditions\ncan safely wait for assessment.<\/p><p>While paying tribute to doctors, nurses, frontliners and all health care\nworkers for their hard work and dedication, Mr Bachoo condemned the physical\nand verbal violence directed at them. He specifically deplored a recent\nincident in which staff from the Service d'Aide M\u00e9dicale Urgente (SAMU),\ndispatched to Petite Rivi\u00e8re following a road accident, were attacked. The\nMinister called for a change in mindset and assured that all necessary measures\nwould be taken to prevent any harm to medical professionals and their vehicles.<\/p><p>For their part,\nMinisters Uteem and Mahomed, along with Dr Aumeer, welcomed the establishment\nof the Trauma and Emergency Unit, describing it as a valuable addition to the\nhospital. Mr Uteem commended the frontliners and hospital personnel for working\nunder pressure to save lives and deliver effective services to the public. He\nemphasised the importance of providing staff with suitable working conditions\nand appropriate psychological support to prevent burnout. Meanwhile, Mr Mahomed\nhighlighted that, in cases of road accident injuries and trauma, time is of the\nessence, adding the new Unit will ensure more timely and effective care for\naccident victims.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>IFB - Cleaning Services at 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>14 May 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a 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and\nVice-Chancellor of the JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research\nMauritius (JSSAHERM), Professor (Dr) Praveen Mohadeb; the Director General\nof Non- Aligned Movement Science & Technology Centre (NAM S&T) New\nDelhi, India, Dr Amitava Bandopadhyay; as well as other personalities. <\/p><p>Organised\njointly by the JSSAHERM and NAM S&T, the conference aims to foster dialogue\non the management of rising NCDs, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in\nhealthcare, and gender disparities in health outcomes.<\/p><p>Over the\ntwo days, participants will deliberate on several key themes including the\nepidemiology of lifestyle diseases in developing countries, nutrition\ntransition and urbanisation, youth mental health and sedentary lifestyles,\nintegrative approaches to NCD prevention, health system strengthening, digital\nhealth and AI for disease management, as well as women and NCDs.<\/p><p>In his\naddress, Minister Sukon highlighted that lifestyle diseases are responsible for\nnearly three-quarters of deaths worldwide. He noted that diabetes is expected\nto affect around 640 million people globally by 2030, while approximately 20%\nof the Mauritian population is already living with the disease. According to\nthe Minister, the growing consumption of fast food remains a key factor\ncontributing to the rise in lifestyle-related illnesses.<\/p><p>He\nindicated that the organisation of such conferences plays an essential role in\nraising awareness and educating the public about the risks associated with\nunhealthy lifestyles and poor eating habits. He also spoke of plans to\nestablish a Diabetes Research Centre dedicated to DNA sequencing and the\nidentification of genetic markers, with the aim of improving citizens\u2019 quality\nof life. <\/p><p>\u201cPrevention\nis the smartest investment any country can make,\u201d Minister Sukon stated,\nstressing the importance of early detection and personalised medicine in\nreducing the increasing burden of disease. He underlined that effective health\nmanagement begins with individuals themselves and called for greater public\nawareness and personal responsibility in adopting healthier lifestyles.<\/p><p>The\nMinister further highlighted the growing role of technology in healthcare,\nnoting that smartwatches, mobile health applications, artificial intelligence,\nand robotics are revolutionising disease management and enhancing treatment\neffectiveness. <\/p><p>Minister\nSukon underscored the need for research to become an integral component of the\nhealthcare system. He emphasised the importance of multidisciplinary research\nand collaboration in tackling national health challenges, urging researchers\nand institutions to work together to develop practical and sustainable\nsolutions. He added that the conference\u2019s findings and recommendations should\nbe widely disseminated and translated into concrete actions.<\/p><p>For his\npart, Professor Mohadeb highlighted that rapid urbanisation, technological\nprogress, and changing lifestyles have profoundly influenced disease patterns\nworldwide. He observed that diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular conditions,\nand hypertension are increasingly impacting individuals, families, and\ncommunities across the globe. <\/p><p>According\nto him, the conference aims to explore practical and sustainable solutions to\naddress these growing public health challenges. He also underlined the\nimportance of adopting a multisectoral approach to combat lifestyle-related\ndiseases, with a strong focus on prevention, public awareness, and enhanced\ncommunity participation.<\/p>\n\nAs\nfor Dr Bandopadhyay, he expressed confidence that the conference discussions\nwould foster scientific collaboration, professional networking, and actionable\nrecommendations to enhance public health outcomes in developing countries. He\nfurther noted that strengthening international partnerships and encouraging the\nexchange of knowledge would help promote healthier lifestyles and more\nresilient healthcare systems across the developing world.<\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>High-level conference explores the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence<\/h1><div id='gallery-835' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' 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=3844' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3845' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3846' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3847' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3848' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3849' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3850' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3851' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3852' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' 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-835' 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>Mauritius is seeking to strengthen its role in the ongoing global digital transformation and the emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) landscape, a vision highlighted this morning at the opening of the High-level Conference, \u2018Reimagining Tomorrow in the Age of AI \u2013 Where Opportunity Meets Everyone\u2019, held in Trianon in the presence of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful.<\/p><p>Organised by the Bauen Solutions Ltd in collaboration\nwith EXU Ltd, it aims at bringing together leaders from both the public and\nprivate sectors to explore the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence\n(AI) on Mauritius\u2019 economy, workforce and national development. The conference will\nbe led by Mr Matthew Griffin, an internationally recognised futurist and\nadviser to Governments and global organisations.<\/p><p>In his keynote address, Minister Ramful characterised AI as a defining force of the 21st\ncentury, reshaping everything from global economies and governance, healthcare,\nsecurity to diplomacy. He noted that national influence now also stems from\ntechnological readiness and digital capability. Mauritius, he informed is motivated to strengthen partnerships to build durable national capability and become a trusted AI governance jurisdiction and a constructive regional partner.<\/p><p>Addressing the panel theme, \u201cFrom Fear to Strategy,\u201d\nthe Minister argued that while every major technological revolution in history\nhas generated uncertainty and disruption, history also teaches that those who\nprepare early, invest wisely and adapt strategically are the ones who benefit\nthe most. He therefore called for AI to be approached with clarity, ambition, vision and responsibility, rather than fear.<\/p><p>Speaking about Mauritius\u2019 Strategic Position in the\nAge of AI, he indicated that the country is committed to\nengage with it proactively and strategically and has moved decisively with key\ninitiatives. These include: the launch of the National AI Strategy 2025\u20132029\ntogether with the FAIR Guidelines for the Development and Use of AI and the\nestablishment of an operational AI Marketplace.<\/p><p>According to Mr Ramful, these concrete institutional\nfoundations place Mauritius in a distinctive international position as a small\nisland State seeking to lead credibly on responsible AI governance, emphasising\nthat we must aspire to become active contributors to innovation, trusted\nregional partners and creators of value within the global digital economy.<\/p><p>Mauritius\u2019 objective, he said, is focused on\ndemonstrating how responsible, ethical and inclusive AI governance can be\nimplemented effectively within a small State and made available as a model that\nothers may adapt.<\/p><p>The Minister also asserted that Mauritius must\nleverage its comparative advantages specifically its governance credibility,\nstrong rule-of-law institutions, established International Financial Centre ecosystem,\nunique multilingual profile and strategic geopolitical position at the\nintersection of Africa, Asia and Europe to serve as a bridge for dialogue,\nstandards, governance cooperation and responsible innovation.<\/p><p>Moreover, he insisted on the benefits of\ninternational cooperation and strategic partnerships when navigating the AI\ntransition, which will enable shaping a future where AI serves humanity\ncollectively and responsibly. <\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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: Artificial Intelligence<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>National short clip competition launched to sensitise youth on dangers of drugs<\/h1><div id='gallery-837' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' 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=3880' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3881' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3882' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3883' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3884' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3885' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3886' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3887' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3888' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3889' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3890' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3891' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' 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-837' 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>Secondary school students\naged between 15 and 18 years across Mauritius, Rodrigues and Agalega are being\ninvited to showcase their creativity through filmmaking in a national short\nclip competition themed \u2018Your Life Matters: Nou Lavi Pli Importan Ki\nLadrog!\u2019, aimed at raising awareness of the dangers of drug abuse and\npromoting a drug-free lifestyle among young people.<\/p><p>The initiative was presented,\nthis morning in Eb\u00e8ne, during a press conference chaired by the Ombudsperson\nfor Children, Mrs Aneeta Ghoorah. It seeks to strengthen preventive education\non drug use while encouraging youth participation, creativity and\nself-expression.<\/p><p>The competition is being\norganised by the Office of the Ombudsperson for Children and the Mauritius Film\nDevelopment Corporation (MFDC) in collaboration with several ministries,\ndepartments and institutions, namely the Ministry of Education and Human\nResource, the Private Secondary Education Authority, the National Agency for\nDrug Control, the Brigade pour la Protection de la Famille, the\nMauritius Digital Promotion Agency, the Special Education Needs Authority and\nthe Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit, among others.<\/p><p>Participants are invited to\nproduce a one-to three-minute video clip highlighting the harmful effects of\ndrug use. The competition is open to public and private secondary schools,\nincluding fee-paying institutions, as well as Special Education Needs schools\nand non-formal education institutions. Five best clips will be rewarded, in\naddition to special prizes for Best Actor and Best Actress.<\/p><p>Speaking at the press\nconference, Mrs Ghoorah underlined that the initiative has been designed to\nensure inclusiveness and broad participation from students across the Republic.\nShe stressed the importance of informing schools early so that participants would\nhave sufficient time to develop their ideas and fully express their creativity.<\/p><p>She further indicated that\nworkshops on filmmaking and technical production will be organised in\ncollaboration with the MFDC to guide students in producing quality video clips.\nDedicated sessions will also be held for learners from Special Education Needs\nschools in order to ensure equal access and support for all participants, she\nadded. <\/p><p>The Ombudsperson for\nChildren stated that entries would be assessed by a panel comprising\nprofessionals from technical, creative and pedagogical fields, with the\nprize-giving ceremony scheduled for September 2026. She also highlighted the\ncontribution of the Jeunes Ambassadeurs des Droits des Enfants, who\ncontinue to support awareness campaigns and activities promoting children\u2019s\nrights and well-being.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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, Drugs<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Workshop highlights integration of AI and digital fabrication technologies<\/h1><div id='gallery-838' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' 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=3908' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3909' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3910' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3911' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3912' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3913' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3914' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3915' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3916' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3917' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3918' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3919' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3920' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' 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-838' 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>A two-day workshop titled\n\u201cArtificial Intelligence Meets Digital Fabrication\u201d was launched, this morning\nat the Telecom Campus in Eb\u00e8ne, by the Minister of Information Technology,\nCommunication and Innovation, Dr Avinash Ramtohul.<\/p><p>Organised by the Ministry in\ncollaboration with the Mauritius Digital Promotion Agency, the initiative\ntargets university-level students and aims to strengthen technological literacy\nand innovation in Mauritius. The workshop\naims to explore the convergence of AI and digital fabrication technologies,\nincluding additive manufacturing and their growing impact on local\nentrepreneurship, prototyping, and industrial development.<\/p><p>This initiative bridges the\ngap between digital ideation and physical manufacturing by integrating\nGenerative AI as a \u2018design thinking assistant\u2019. Students will move from\nconceptualisation to a 3D-printed base product using Meshy AI, which they will\nsubsequently enhance with Gemini-driven ideas and value-added features.<\/p><p>In his remarks, Minister Ramtohul highlighted that\nthe workshop will provide university students with hands-on\nexposure to digital fabrication, AI-assisted design thinking, and creative\nproblem-solving. This event, he pointed out, will be laying the groundwork for\na broader innovation and startup-focused initiative. <\/p><p>While emphasising that AI is becoming a key factor in\na country\u2019s economy, the Minister highlighted the growing\nimportance of AI in economic development and recalled the recent launch of the\nNational AI Strategy 2025\u20132029, which seeks to position Mauritius as a regional\nhigh-tech hub. He also referred to Government\u2019s ongoing efforts to strengthen\ninformation security and data protection frameworks, including the adoption of\nISO\/IEC 27001 standards and the review of existing legislation to ensure\ngreater public confidence in the protection of personal data and digital\nsystems.<\/p><p>According to Dr Ramtohul, young people nowadays want\nto explore projects which are commercially viable. As such, the National\nResearch and Innovation Institute Bill, once adopted in the National Assembly,\nwill enable Government to better devise fiscal, technological, social or\nmentoring-based policies to adequately support young innovators and\nentrepreneurs, he underlined.<\/p><p>Government, he added, is also currently reviewing the\nlaws to strengthen data protection so as to ensure that all Mauritians feel\ncomfortable with the way relevant authorities protect their data in terms of\ntechnology and good practices.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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, Artificial Intelligence<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Youth Farming Project: Young participants recognised for agro-ecological farming initiatives<\/h1><div id='gallery-840' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='8' 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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>A strong focus was placed on youth empowerment and sustainable agriculture through the Youth Farming Project, during a certificate and prize presentation ceremony held this morning at the China Cultural Centre in Bell Village, in the presence of the Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr Darmarajen Nagalingum.<\/p><p>The initiative, organised by the Ministry of Youth and Sports in collaboration with the Farmers in Agriculture, Livestock, Cooperative and Organic Network (FALCON) Association, and supported by partners including the China Cultural Centre and the Food and Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (FAREI), aims to promote agro-ecological farming practices among young people.<\/p><p>The Vice-President of the Farmers in Agriculture, Livestock, Cooperative and Organic Network (FALCON) Association, Mr Dana Chengen, the Director of the China Cultural Centre, Mr Yang Jun, representatives of partner institutions, educators, youth participants and other personalities were also present on the occasion.<\/p><p>The Youth Farming Project brought together some 280 young participants from several educational and social institutions, namely Mahatma Gandhi Secondary School, Moka; Mont Roche Training Centre; Mapou State Secondary School; \u00c9toile de Mer, Roche Noires; Mohun Parsad Sharma Jugdambi State Secondary School; Mauritius Mental Health Association; Tr\u00e8fles; and Angel Special School and Welfare Association of Rivi\u00e8re des Anguilles.<\/p><p>As part of the project, participants attended a series of theoretical and practical training sessions conducted from 02 June 2025 to 27 February 2026 at the FALCON Model Farm Training Centre in Terre Rouge. The training modules focused on various aspects of agro-ecological farming, including kitchen gardening, composting, innovative vegetable cultivation techniques, sheltered farming, mushroom production, beekeeping, aquaponics, hydroponics, bio-farming and the misuse and impacts of pesticides. Field visits, practical demonstrations and hands-on kitchen gardening activities were also organised to provide participants with experiential learning opportunities.<\/p><p>In his address, Minister Nagalingum highlighted the importance of empowering young people through sustainable agricultural practices and practical learning initiatives. He underlined that agriculture represents not only a means of contributing to food security and the national economy, but also a valuable tool for personal development, resilience and self-reliance among youths.<\/p><p>The Minister commended the collaborative efforts of the Ministry and its partners in implementing the project and encouraged participants to remain committed, disciplined and visionary in their pursuits. He further stressed the need for young people to appreciate the value of teamwork, perseverance and environmental stewardship while making meaningful contributions to society and the country\u2019s development.<\/p><p>During the ceremony, certificates were remitted to participants upon successful completion of the Agro Ecological Farming Project, while prizes were awarded for outstanding kitchen gardening projects. A video presentation highlighting the projects undertaken by the participants throughout the training period was also screened.<br><\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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: Youth<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communiqu\u00e9 du Bureau du Commissaire Electoral<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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, Electoral communiques<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Students rewarded after completing HRDC School Placement Programme<\/h1><div id='gallery-842' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-842' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-842' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-842' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-842' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-842' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-842' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-842' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' 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class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p>A\ntotal of 729 secondary school students who successfully completed a two-week\nwork placement under the Human Resource Development Council\u2019s School Placement\nProgramme (SPP), received their certificates and shields today in presence of\nthe Minister of Education and Human Resource, Dr Mahend Gungapersad, at the\nMahatma Gandhi Institute in Moka.<br><\/p><p>Addressing\nthe students, Minister Gungapersad reiterated Government\u2019s commitment to making\noptimal use of the country\u2019s resources, particularly human resources. He\nhighlighted that the Government Programme 2025\u20132029 includes strategies aimed\nat addressing skills mismatches and labour shortages within the economy.<\/p><p>He\nnoted that the HRDC regularly conducts national and sectoral skills studies to\nbetter align education and training with labour market needs. The education,\nskilling and training systems, he observed, are being restructured to better\nprepare young people for the workplace. Through the SPP, he said, students were\nexposed to workplace values, principles and responsibilities, helping them\nadapt to professional environments.<\/p><p>Dr\nGungapersad also expressed satisfaction that students from 61 schools were\nplaced in 45 organisations across both the public and private sectors during\nNovember and December 2025. The placements enabled participants to gain\npractical experience and a deeper understanding of workplace culture, he\nstated, urging more youth to benefit from the SPP. <\/p><p>Also\npresent at the event, the Chairperson of the HRDC, Mr Bhooyasheel Akshay\nSeedoyal, underlined that the SPP is a key initiative to preparing young\nlearners for the world of work. It bridges the gap between classroom learning\nand practical skills, providing students with valuable exposure to real-life\nprofessional environments. The initiative, he added, reaffirms the HRDC\u2019s\ncommitment to empowering young people with tools they for future success. <\/p><p>HRDC\nSchool Placement Programme <\/p><p>The\nSPP is an initiative of the HRDC, designed to provide Grade 12 students with\nhands-on experience in real work environment during their school holidays. The\nwork-based learning supports the HRDC in bridging the gap between academic\nlearning and the world of work. During their placement, students are supervised\nby a school mentor as well as an enterprise-based mentor. <\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>VACANCIES FOR THE POST OF LIBRARY AUXILIARY (formerly LIBRARY ATTENDANT) MUNICIPAL TOWN COUNCIL OF VACOAS\/PHOENIX<\/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 May 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'>Regional Cooperation: Validation workshop focuses on role of green value chains<\/h1><div id='gallery-844' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-844' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-844' 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=3935' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3936' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-844' 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-844' 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>A Validation Workshop on the\ntheme \u201cDeveloping Green Value Chains in Southern Africa in the context of the\nAfrican Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA): A Case Study of Mauritius\u201d was\nheld, today at Le Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel in Port Louis. National\nstakeholders, regional representatives and development partners met to discuss\nstrategies for strengthening climate-resilient and circular economies across\nSouthern Africa.<\/p><p>The workshop was opened by the\nJunior Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International\nTrade, Mr Hambyrajen Narsinghen, in the presence of the Secretary for Foreign\nAffairs, Mr Janmajaising Bissoondoyal, the Chief Executive Officer of the Economic\nDevelopment Board, Mr Abhimanu Kundasamy, and the Director of the Subregional\nOffice for Southern Africa of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa,\nMs Eunice Kamwendo.<\/p><p>In his keynote address, Junior\nMinister Narsinghen described the AfCFTA as the most ambitious economic\nintegration project undertaken by the African Union, with the potential to\ntransform trade and industrial development across the continent. He pointed out\nthat climate change is increasingly affecting trade competitiveness and\nregional value chains through floods, droughts and cyclones that disrupt\ninfrastructure, logistics and production systems.<\/p><p>The Minister stressed that the\ntransition towards circular and green economies should not be viewed solely as\nan environmental agenda, but also as a strategy for competitiveness, resilience\nand sustainable trade. According to him, circular economy approaches can help\nreduce import dependence, address resource inefficiency and strengthen\nresilience against climate-related disruptions by promoting recycling, waste\nvalorisation, sustainable production and localised value chains.<\/p><p>Referring to the report being\nvalidated during the workshop, Mr Narsinghen highlighted that the study\ndemonstrates how circular economy interventions embedded in trade and\nindustrial policies can stabilise supply chains, create employment\nopportunities, support youth and women entrepreneurs, and strengthen compliance\nwith emerging sustainability standards in export markets. He also highlighted\nthe importance of regional collaboration under the AfCFTA framework,\nparticularly through instruments such as the Rules of Origin, the Protocol on\nTrade in Services and the Investment Protocol all geared towards facilitating\nthe development of regional circular infrastructure and cross-border green\nservices.<\/p><p>The Junior Minister further\nnoted that Mauritius was selected as a strategic case study due to its status\nas a small, open and import-dependent island economy facing acute climate and\ntrade vulnerabilities. He recalled that Government has already embarked on a\ncircular economy transition through initiatives such as the Circular Economy\nRoadmap and Action Plan, the Waste Management and Resource Recovery Act, and\nnational waste segregation and circular skills programmes.<\/p><p>The objective of the workshop,\norganised by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa through its\nSubregional Office for Southern Africa, is to validate the findings, sector\npriorities and policy recommendations of the study through multi-stakeholder\nengagement. It also seeks to strengthen regional dialogue among Southern\nAfrican Development Community Member States on the development of green and\ncircular value chains within the AfCFTA framework.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>VACANCY FOR THE POST OF SANITARY ATTENDANT (II) (PART TIME) DISTRICT COUNCIL OF RIVIERE 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 May 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'>Call for Applications for Colossal Biosciences Fellowship: Genome Engineer, Avian<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>VACANCY NOTICE - Senior HR and Administrative Officer (IORA)<\/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 May 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'>IFB - Digital X-Ray Machine for Mahebourg 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>15 May 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'>Ministry of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy & Fisheries (Agro-Industry and Food Security Division) Addendum No. 1<\/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 May 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'>Renal Transplant Unit successfully performs its first kidney transplant surgery<\/h1><div id='gallery-851' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' 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=3937' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3938' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3939' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3940' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3941' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3942' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3943' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3944' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3945' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3946' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3947' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' 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-851' 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>Mauritius reached a major\nmilestone in healthcare with the successful completion, yesterday, of the first\nkidney transplant surgery at the newly inaugurated Renal Transplant Unit of\nJawaharlal Nehru Hospital in Rose Belle.<\/p><p>The complex procedure was\ncarried out by a team of international specialists in collaboration with local\nsurgeons and medical staff. The visiting\nexperts included Dr Sonal Asthana, Clinical Lead and Multi-Organ Transplant\nSurgeon at the Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru, India, who will lead the surgery,\nalongside Dr Sanju Sobnach and Dr Bernd Strobele, both Multi-Organ Transplant\nSurgeons from Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital, Cape Town.<\/p><p>The foreign specialists are currently in Mauritius for\nseveral days and are also consulting patients in outpatient clinics as part of\npreparations for future transplant procedures.<\/p><p>Present on the occasion, the Minister of Health and\nWellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, commended the excellent work undertaken by the\nteam of specialists supported by local health personnel, highlighting India's\nvital role in providing the state-of-the-art infrastructure. He also recognised\nthe contribution of South African-based Mauritian specialist, Dr Sanju Sobnach,\nand thanked the Indian experts for their continued support.<\/p><p>Mr Bachoo announced that\narrangements are being put in place to ensure that renal transplant surgeries\ncan henceforth be performed locally, reducing the need for patients to travel\nabroad for treatment. He further noted that two visiting Indian oncologists\nrecently carried out 12 surgeries on paediatric patients, reflecting\nGovernment\u2019s commitment to expanding specialised healthcare services in\nMauritius.<\/p><p>As for the High Commissioner of the Republic of India\nto Mauritius, Mr Anurag Srivastava, he expressed immense pride in the\nsuccessful renal transplant performed at the newly inaugurated Renal Transplant\nUnit which, he recalled, obtained support from the Indian Government.<\/p><p>He underlined that India\u2019s support for initiatives\nsuch as the Renal Transplant Unit reflects its commitment to strengthening\nMauritius\u2019 healthcare infrastructure and enhancing the quality of patient care.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 May 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'>Winding Up - Union of Airlines and General Sales Agents Employees<\/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 May 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'>Dissemination workshop highlights need for reforms to advance women\u2019s leadership in Mauritius<\/h1><div id='gallery-853' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' 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=3948' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3949' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3950' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3951' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3952' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3953' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3954' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3955' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3956' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3957' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' 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-853' 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>A dissemination workshop on\nthe findings and policy recommendations of the study titled \u2018The Transition\nof Women to Senior Leadership Positions in Mauritian Institutions: Unravelling\nDisparities and Charting a Course for Equality\u2019 was held, yesterday, at the\nUniversity of Technology, Mauritius (UTM) in Pointe aux Sables.<\/p><p>The workshop was attended by\nthe Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare,\nMrs Marie Arianne Navarre-Marie; the Minister of Public Service and\nAdministrative Reforms, Mr Lutchmanah Raj Pentiah; the Director General of the UTM,\nProf. (Dr.) Hemant B. Chittoo; and other personalities.<\/p><p>Conducted by Senior Lecturer\nat the School of Business, Management and Finance of the UTM, Dr Deepika\nFaugoo, the research was funded by the UTM and carried out in collaboration\nwith the Ministry of Public Service and Administrative Reforms. The study examines\nthe barriers preventing women from accessing senior leadership positions and\nproposes policy measures aimed at fostering equality and unlocking women\u2019s\nleadership potential in Mauritius.<\/p><p>The study points out that structural and systemic\nbarriers interact and reinforce one other, thereby creating a powerful ceiling\nover women\u2019s leadership potential. Examples of the structural barriers\nidentified include inflexible work-life policies\/ lack of flexible working;\nsocietal and cultural norms; patriarchal attitudes, and limited support from\ndecision-makers. Male-dominated toxic work culture, gender bias, sexual\nharassment and glass ceiling effect were cited as systemic barriers.<\/p><p>To address these challenges, the study recommends a\nrange of actions in several specific areas: institutionalise flexible working\nand family-friendly policies; childcare leave policies; executive leadership\ntraining for women; affirmative actions and quotas; top management\naccountability and transparency, and addressing the persistent glass ceiling,\namong others.<\/p><p>In her address for the occasion, the Deputy Prime\nMinister welcomed the study as an important basis for reflection and a starting\npoint of action. \u201cIts findings will contribute to the ongoing national efforts\nto enhance women\u2019s participation in leadership, governance and socio-economic\ndevelopment,\u201d she stated. Mrs Navarre-Marie encouraged all institutions to\nconsider the recommendations of the study not merely as a reading list and\ntheoretical proposals, but as a practical mandate for reforms and concrete actions.<\/p><p>The Deputy Prime Minister emphasised\nthat the country\u2019s future depends on its ability to fully harness the potential\nof all citizens. \u201cWhen women\nrise, institutions become stronger; when women lead, societies become fairer;\nand when equality advances, democracy becomes more than a constitutional\npromise and becomes a lived reality,\u201d she underlined.<\/p><p>For his part, the Minister of Public Service and\nAdministrative Reforms reaffirmed Government\u2019s commitment to promoting equal\nopportunities. He also underscored that public policies must respond to the\nneeds of the population as they have a direct impact on\ncitizens\u2019 lives. Mr Pentiah\nstressed that policy decisions should be evidence-based, as well as reflective\nof the people\u2019s voices.<\/p><p>Accordingly, the Minister mentioned that the Atal\nBihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation includes\nprovisions within its legal framework to establish a research-based\nlaboratory. He cited the example of the forthcoming Public Sector Reform\nBill, for which workshops featuring a well-structured rapporteur mechanism are\nbeing organised to ensure effective information gathering aligned with\nthe requirements of the\npublic service sector.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 May 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, Civil Service<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>India Corner at the Simone de Beauvoir Library to encourage intellectual and cultural enrichment<\/h1><div id='gallery-854' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-854' 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ongoing evolution. He reflected\non how the institution continues to serve as a sanctuary of knowledge, where\ngenerations have nurtured their minds and broadened their horizons.<\/p><p>\u201cMany who once occupied these reading sections have gone\non to become distinguished professionals, educators, public servants and respected\nmembers of society, carrying forward the knowledge and values acquired within\nthese walls\u201d, he remarked.<\/p><p>Mr Kennoo further thanked the High\nCommissioner of the Republic of India to Mauritius, Mr Anurag Srivastava, for\nhis valued contribution to the promotion of culture, knowledge and the\nlongstanding friendship between Mauritius and India. <\/p><p>He called the India Corner far more than a book\ncollection, describing it as a bridge between cultures, a window into India\u2019s\nrich heritage, literature, philosophy and history, and a valuable resource for\nstudents, researchers and the public. According to him, the India Corner will undoubtedly\ncontribute to the intellectual and cultural enrichment of the community.<\/p><p>The Mayor also underscored the longstanding\ncollaboration between the Municipal Council of Quatre Bornes and the High\nCommission of India, citing the development of the green space at Gungadur\nLane, which was realised through a grant from the Government of India.<\/p><p>Furthermore, the Mayor elaborated on the longstanding\nbonds between Mauritius and India, and how India has remained a steadfast\npartner in Mauritius\u2019 development through cooperation in education, infrastructure,\nhealthcare, technology and social initiatives.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 May 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: Culture, Education, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>National Combat Sports Games<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; 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He also seized the opportunity to commend the\nwork already undertaken by the MRA in combating illicit trafficking and risk\nmanagement, as evidenced by the major seizures regularly carried out by Customs\nOfficials at the airport and the port.<\/p><p>As for Mr\nRamnawaz, he emphasised the need to anticipate new forms of crime linked to the\nincrease in online shopping and parcel volumes. He observed that the MRA is\nalready working on advanced scanning systems to more effectively detect drugs,\nweapons and other illicit products. <\/p><p>The\ncollaboration with the Korea Customs Service will enable Mauritian authorities\nto take proactive measures to address the issue of drug and illicit products\ntrafficking linked to online shopping and the increase in parcels volume\nentering the country.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 May 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: Commerce, Trade, Drugs, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>CAMBRIDGE MAY\/JUNE 2026 EXAMINATION MATHEMATICS LEAKAGE PAPERS 9709\/12, 9709\/52<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; 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The initiative also seeks to encourage more students to pursue careers\nin aviation and related sectors.<\/p><p>The Director of the RGSC, Dr Aman Kumar Maulloo; the President of the\nInstitution of Engineers Mauritius, Mr Chandansing Chutoori; and other\npersonalities were present on the occasion.<\/p><p>The competition was divided into two categories: Category 1 for Grade 10\nstudents and Category 2 for Grade 12 students. Participants competed in teams\nof four under the supervision of a teacher. During the finals, each team was\nrequired to present and fly its model glider, with three attempts allowed per\nteam. Awards were based on the maximum flight range achieved.<\/p><p>The preliminary evaluation sessions were held on 08 and 09 April 2026 at\nthe RGSC. The preparatory phase included workshops conducted in March to train\nparticipants in the design, construction, and flight testing of model gliders.\nSome 95 teams from over 70 secondary schools registered for the competition out\nof which 44 teams qualified for the finals. The winners are as follows: <\/p><p>Winners \u2013 Category 1 (Grade 10)<\/p>\n\nCaptain\n Richard Twomey\u2019s First Prize of Rs 10,000 and Shield: Shrimati Indira\n Gandhi State Secondary SchoolSecond\n Prize of Rs 6,000 and Shield: Mahatma Gandhi Secondary School Nouvelle\n FranceThird\n Prize of Rs 4,000 and Shield: St Esprit College\n\n<p>Winners \u2013 Category 2 (Grade 12)<\/p>\n\nCaptain\n Richard Twomey\u2019s First Prize of Rs 10,000 and Shield: Frank Richard State\n Secondary SchoolSecond\n Prize of Rs 6,000 and Shield: London CollegeThird\n Prize of Rs 4,000 and Shield: Bikramsingh Ramlallah State Secondary School\n\n<p>Certificates of Participation were awarded to all teams that submitted\ntheir logbooks together with their model gliders during the preliminary stage.<\/p><p>In a statement, Dr Maulloo highlighted that the competition has\nempowered more than 5,000 secondary school students across Mauritius in the\nfield of model glider construction over the past decade. He recalled that the\ninitiative was launched in 2016 through a collaboration between RGSC and one of\nthe founding members of AeSM, Captain Richard Twomey, who enjoyed a long and\ndistinguished career as a Royal Air Force pilot and a commercial aviation pilot\nfor more than 30 years.<\/p><p>He praised the enthusiasm and dedication shown by the students, along\nwith the valuable support provided by teachers and school rectors in\nencouraging participation. He also underlined the broad range of opportunities\navailable in the aviation and aeronautics sectors, urging young people to\ncultivate a strong interest in these promising fields.<\/p><p>Mr Chatoori, for his part, elaborated on the knowledge and hands-on\nexperience students acquire through the design and construction of model\ngliders, noting that the activity involves significant creativity. He added\nthat engaging in model gliding can open doors to various career paths, as the\nskills developed through the competition help students to innovate and tackle\nnew challenges.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 May 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'>PROCUREMENT OF BACILLUS CALMETTE \u2013 GUERIN (B.C.G.) 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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>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>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>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>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>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>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 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Testing and Commissioning of a Content Management Software (CMS) Solution<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>Addendum No. 1 - Review of Existing Retail and Marketing Activities for STC\u2019s Selected Food Commodities<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a href='https:\/\/gis.govmu.org' 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sensitive events.\nThe programme, which took place from 06 to 08 May 2026, was led by the Director\nof Media Expertise, Mr Jean-Luc Mootoosamy.<\/p><p>Addressing\nparticipants, Junior Minister Narsinghen highlighted the important role played\nby journalists in safeguarding democracy, constitutional values and social\ncohesion. He stressed that a free and independent press must also remain\nresponsible, particularly in a plural society such as Mauritius where reporting\non sensitive issues requires balance, prudence and professionalism.<\/p><p>The\nJunior Minister further underlined the need for rigorous and accurate\njournalism in an era marked by the rapid circulation of information and the\ngrowing influence of social media. He urged journalists to verify facts\nthoroughly, avoid sensationalism, and ensure that reporting serves the public\ninterest. According to him, ethical journalism should contribute to\npeace-building and help prevent divisions within society.<\/p><p>Mr\nNarsinghen also dwelt on the importance of continuous professional development\nfor media practitioners and commended the Media Trust for organising the\ntraining programme. He pointed to the challenges facing the media sector,\nincluding financial pressures and political polarisation, while emphasising the\nneed to support investigative journalism as a key pillar of transparency,\naccountability and democracy.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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, Training<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>A century of strength and devotion: Mrs Marie Anita Perle turns 100<\/h1><div id='gallery-785' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' 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=3619' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3620' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3621' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3622' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3623' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3624' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3625' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3626' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3627' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3628' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3629' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3630' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-785' 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-785' 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>Mrs Marie Anita\nPerle, born on 05 May 1926, celebrated her 100th\nbirthday with family members and friends on 09 May 2026 at the Social Welfare\nCentre in Le Bouchon.<\/p><p>An official\nceremony was organised by the Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security\nand National Solidarity to honour the new centenarian. On this occasion, Mrs\nPerle received, from the authorities, a cheque amounting to Rs 26,203, another\none to the tune of Rs 10,000 from the National\nSolidarity Fund, a bouquet, a centenarian medal, one certificate and a\ncommode wheel. The Senior Citizens Council also presented her with gifts in\nkind.<\/p><p>The Members of\nthe National Assembly, Messrs Gilbert Tony Apollon and Chitraduthsing Lukeeram,\nas well as other personalities were present at the celebrations.<\/p><p>Born in the coastal village of Le Bouchon, Mrs Perle later moved to L\u2019Escalier with her family. Her\nfather was a fisherman and her mother was a housewife. She grew alongside her two brothers and\nsix sisters, and attended L\u2019Escalier Government School up to Standard III.<\/p><p>She later got married\nreligiously to Mr Fistan Perle in 1962. Together the couple worked as\nlabourers on the Savannah Sugar Estate and raised nine children. Today, Mrs Perle is the proud matriarch of a remarkable family spanning five generations, with 24 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren.<\/p><p>Mrs Perle enjoys\na good health, has good eyesight and still walks on her own without any assistance despite experiencing some hearing difficulties. She enjoyed going out with friends and attend the mass as\nshe has great faith in God.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>NOTICE OF VACANCIES - Mauritius Standard Bureau<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>Lean Manufacturing programme launched to boost productivity and export competitiveness<\/h1><div id='gallery-789' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' 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=3672' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3673' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3674' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3675' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3676' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3677' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3678' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3679' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-789' 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-789' 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>A two-day capacity building programme on \u201cLean\nManufacturing and Industrial Engineering\u201d opened, this morning in Eb\u00e8ne, with\nthe objective of improving productivity, operational efficiency, and export\ncompetitiveness within Mauritius\u2019 manufacturing sector. The programme is being\norganised jointly by the Economic Development Board (EDB), the Human Resource\nDevelopment Council (HRDC), and the National Productivity and Competitiveness\nCouncil (NPCC).<\/p><p>The\nMinister of Industry, SME and Cooperatives, Mr Sayed Muhammad Aadil Ameer Meea;\nthe Chief Executive Officer of the EDB, Mr Mahen Abhimanu Kundasamy; the\nExecutive Director of the NPCC, Dr Vinaye Ancharaz; the Chairperson of the\nHRDC, Mr Bhooyasheel Akshay Seedoyal; and other personalities were present at\nthe opening ceremony.<\/p><p>The\nprogramme is targeting exporting Small and Medium Enterprises and mid-market\nenterprises operating in key sectors such as Textile & Apparel, Light\nEngineering, Jewellery, and Food & Drink. It has been introduced in response to\nrising production costs, increasing global competition, labour shortages, and\nthe growing need for more efficient and value-added manufacturing systems.\nFollowing the training sessions, participating enterprises will benefit from a\nsix-month implementation phase comprising factory-based interventions and\nproductivity improvement projects.<\/p><p>In his address, Minister Ameer Meea underlined that\nmanufacturing remains a major pillar of the Mauritian economy, accounting for\nmore than 89,000 jobs and generating over Rs 60 billion in exports. He\nnevertheless pointed out that the sector is operating in an increasingly\ncompetitive global environment and emphasised the importance of improving\nproductivity through smarter production methods, reduced inefficiencies, and\nbetter operational planning.<\/p><p>The Minister further highlighted that the programme\nis a strategic intervention that combines technical training with practical\nimplementation, with the aim of strengthening operational efficiency and\nfostering a culture of continuous improvement within enterprises\u2019 production\nprocesses. He also underscored the importance of strong institutional\ncollaboration, encouraging enterprises to actively engage in the process in\norder to build greater resilience and enhance their long-term competitiveness.<\/p><p><br>\nFor his part, Dr Ancharaz pointed to ongoing\neconomic pressures facing Mauritius, including subdued growth prospects and the\nneed to strengthen export performance in order to address structural trade\nimbalances. He emphasised that enhancing manufacturing competitiveness remains\nessential, particularly through improved efficiency in key sectors such as\ntextiles, agro-processing, and light manufacturing, which continue to hold\nsignificant growth potential. He further underscored the importance of\npractical support to enterprises, including digitalisation and productivity\ntools, to help firms adapt, innovate, and remain competitive in an increasingly\nchallenging global environment.<br><\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>Replacement of Kitchen Exhaust System in Catering Unit at New Souillac 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>11 May 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'>Workshop on National Road Safety Strategy 2026\u20132030 marks UN Road Safety Week<\/h1><div id='gallery-791' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' 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=3689' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3690' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3691' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3692' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3693' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3694' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3695' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3696' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-791' 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-791' 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>The Ministry of Land Transport, in collaboration with the University of\nMauritius, organised a consultative workshop to discuss the National Road\nSafety Strategy 2026\u20132030 and jointly reflect on the future of road\nsafety in Mauritius, today in R\u00e9duit, in the context of the United Nations (UN) Global Road Safety Week. <\/p><p>The UN Global Road Safety Week is observed annually in May to raise\nawareness on road safety and promote actions towards safer roads. It is being\nheld this year from 08 to 12 May under the theme \u2018Safe Walking and Cycling\nfor Sustainable Healthy Cities.\u2019<\/p><p>The Minister of Land Transport, Mr Osman Mahomed, the\nPro-Vice-Chancellor Academia of the UoM, Professor P. Ramasami, and other\npersonalities were present at the opening ceremony. Policy makers, students, academics, researchers, engineers, enforcement authorities, health\nprofessionals and other key stakeholders participated in the workshop. <\/p><p>In his address, Minister Mahomed emphasised that the National Road Safety Strategy under discussion during the workshop outlines a new roadmap aimed at strengthening a more resilient road safety ecosystem. He stressed that the contribution of the Road Safety Observatory will be crucial in enabling policymakers to ensure timely and comprehensive implementation of decisions, thereby shifting from reactive responses to more proactive and targeted interventions.<\/p><p>Mr Mahomed called\nupon more UoM students to show interest in the land transport sector, particularly in research and development, stressing that it remains vital for the well-being and safety of the entire population. The National Road Safety Strategy, he observed, will serve as a comprehensive\nroadmap towards a future where our roads will be safer for all users, in\nparticular the most vulnerable such as cyclists and pedestrians.<\/p><p>The Minister pointed out that the Strategy is centred on key pillars, including strengthening road infrastructure safety, promoting safer road behaviour, and harnessing technology and innovation. He further underlined that the new Strategy will be more adaptive and forward-looking, taking into account emerging trends and risks, in order to ensure that policies remain relevant to the evolving traffic environment.<\/p><p>Moreover, he stated, greater emphasis will be placed on behavioural\nchange and enforcement will be complemented by sustained public education,\ncommunity engagement and the integration of road safety in the educational\ncurriculum. The end result is to foster a culture of responsibility and respect\non the road, he said.<\/p><p>As for Professor Ramasami, he reassured that the UoM will continue to\ncollaborate with the Ministry of Land Transport so as to devise effective measures\nto enhance road safety in Mauritius. He further underscored the need for roads, vehicles and policies to be designed in a way that minimises the risk of human error on the roads resulting in fatal consequences.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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: Transport, Road Safety<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Information session highlights importance of School Health Clubs and student wellbeing<\/h1><div id='gallery-793' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' 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=3697' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3698' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3699' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3700' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3701' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3702' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3703' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3704' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3705' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3706' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3707' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3708' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-793' 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-793' 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>A half-day information session on the theme \u2018Strengthening School Health\nClubs and student wellbeing\u2019 was held, today, at the auditorium of the Atal\nBihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation in R\u00e9duit, in the\npresence of the Minister of Education and Human Resource, Dr Mahend\nGungapersad; the World Health Organisation (WHO) Representative, Dr Abdou Salam\nGueye; and other personalities.<\/p><p>The session aimed at empowering schools to create safer and healthier\nenvironments through student-led health promotion initiatives. The event\nbrought together secondary school heads and managers. Presentations focus on\nthe key role of the School Health Club Programme in promoting healthy\nlifestyles, mental wellbeing, prevention awareness and student engagement\nwithin schools. <\/p><p>The Heads of Schools and Managers were briefed on the way to review the\norganisational framework for more effective health management and identify\nactivities to be implemented according to a structured\ntimeline. Eight activity categories were proposed namely physical\nactivity; sexual and reproductive health; nutrition; environmental health;\nmental health; safety and First Aid; substance prevention; and health literacy.\nSchools will receive a support voucher of Rs 5,000 to assist in these initiatives.<\/p><p>Representatives of the Ministry of Health and Wellness, the Blood Donors\nAssociation, EDYCS Epilepsy Group, the National Agency for Drug Control, the\nCommunicable Disease Control Unit of the Ministry of Health and Wellness also\nshared expertise and experiences with participants. In addition, the Consultant\nPaediatric Neurologist at St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS\nTrust, Dr Leena Mewasingh, delivered a presentation on the\nteenage brain and the way neuroscience can help those working with young\npeople.<\/p><p>During the information session, a poster on emotional wellbeing which\nwould be distributed to all schools was launched. The objective is to provide\nresources and support for stress management, peer support, and help-seeking\nbehaviours. Moreover, two secondary institutions were awarded a cheque of Rs\n10,000 each, namely Droopnath Ramphul State College, for their excellent\nstudent engagement in health activities, and Patten College boys, for their\nconsistent health club activities.<\/p><p>In his address, the Minister reiterated Government\u2019s commitment to\nprovide not only quality education to every child in Mauritius but also the\nhealth and wellness support he or she needs to thrive. School health clubs, he\nsaid, are deemed to be essential partners in this mission.<\/p><p>According to Dr Gungapersad, the Ministry is developing comprehensive\npolicies for all children in Mauritius to equip them with the relevant\nknowledge and tools for their wellbeing, while also creating pathways for\nstudents who may not perform well academically. He was adamant that adults have\na responsibility to care for children, instil the right values, and enable them\nto learn at their own pace.<\/p><p>For his part, the WHO Representative spoke on the critical importance of\nhealth promoting schools in prevention and raising awareness as he sounded the\nalarm over the high incidence of diabetes and obesity among Mauritian children.\nHe highlighted the WHO\u2019s global vision that every school should be a place where\nstudents learn not only about academic subjects but also the skills and values\nfor healthy living.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>DOWNTIME \u2013 NLTA System<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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'>COMPILATION OF REGISTER For Constituency No. 21 \u2013 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>11 May 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'>COMPILATION OF REGISTER For Constituencies No. 1 to 20 and Local Government Areas 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>11 May 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'>D\u00e9versement d\u2019huile lourde dans le port 90 % du fioul collect\u00e9s<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>11 May 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, All, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius hosts international conference on indentured labour<\/h1><div id='gallery-798' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' 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=3709' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3710' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3711' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3712' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3713' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3714' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3715' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3716' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-798' 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-798' 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>Mauritius will host\nthe Indentured Labour Route Project (ILRP) Academic Conference from 13 to 15\nMay 2026 at the University of Mauritius in R\u00e9duit under the theme \u201cThe\nIndentured Labour Route at the Crossroads: Imagining New Futures for the Global\nDiaspora.\u201d The three-day international gathering will bring together scholars,\npolicymakers, cultural practitioners, researchers, historians, students, and\nmembers of the public from across the globe to examine the history, legacy, and\nfuture directions of indentured labour studies.<br><\/p><p>The event is organised\nat the initiative of the Aapravasi Ghat Trust Fund, host of the Secretariat of\nthe ILRP under the aegis of the Ministry of Arts and Culture, in collaboration\nwith the University of Mauritius, the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority,\nthe Centre for Research on Slavery and Indenture, and the Institut de\nRecherche pour le D\u00e9veloppement, France.<\/p><p>The conference aims\nto promote critical research and strengthen global engagement on indentured\nlabour by linking historical experiences with contemporary legacies and future\nresearch directions across the Indian, Atlantic, and Pacific Oceans. It will\nalso chalk out a roadmap for the next five to ten years of research in the\nfield, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among academics,\ngovernments, community leaders, and international partners.<\/p><p>Indentured migration\nremains a major feature of labour mobility in the history of the Indian Ocean\nand the wider colonial plantation world during the 19th and early 20th\ncenturies. However, despite its global significance, the history of indenture\ncontinues to be under-researched in world history studies. The conference\ntherefore seeks to promote wider dissemination of knowledge on indentured\nlabour and integrate the subject fully into international academic scholarship.<\/p><p>Among the highlights\nof the conference are presentations of new research from the global diaspora,\nroundtable discussions, heritage and identity sessions, visual media and\nstorytelling activities, and the soft launch of the Indentured Labour Route\ndatabase. A special screening of the documentary \u201cWHO AM I\u201d followed by\ndiscussions on heritage, memory, and identity will also feature in the\nprogramme.<\/p><p>The opening day, on\nWednesday 13 May, will focus on systems, structures, and histories of\nindenture. The programme includes a keynote lecture by the outgoing President\nof the International Scientific Committee of the ILRP, Dr Maurits Hassankhan,\ntitled \u201cIndenture at the Crossroads: Reframing Histories, Reconnecting\nDiasporas, and Shaping Global Futures.\u201d Several academic sessions will explore\nthemes such as heritage, archaeology, labour migration, colonial systems,\ncultural memory, resistance, and artistic expressions of indenture across\nMauritius, India, South Africa, Suriname, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, and other\nregions.<\/p><p>On the following day,\ndiscussions will centre on lived experiences, identity, and community within\nthe indentured diaspora. A tribute session honouring prominent historians of\nindenture, including Brij V. Lal and Brinsley Samaroo, will be held, while\npresentations will address issues such as gender, religion, migration, diaspora\nidentity, and everyday life in post-indenture societies. The programme also\ncomprises the screening of a documentary produced by Dr Suchi Gupta and a\nstrategic roundtable on the development of the ILRP database and archival\nintegration.<\/p><p>The final leg of the\nconference, Friday 15 May, will examine research methodologies, memory, and\nfuture directions in indenture studies. Sessions will address labour systems,\nsocial regulation, intergenerational trauma, reparations, digital archives,\ncultural reclamation, and public awareness initiatives linked to indentured\nlabour history. A concluding roundtable on creative memory, storytelling,\nmusic, sport, and art in diaspora communities is scheduled.<\/p><p>According to\norganisers, the conference will provide a platform to bolster historical and\ncontemporary linkages between indenture experiences in different parts of the\nworld. It also aims at stimulating new international partnerships and policy\nengagement aligned with UNESCO initiatives. The event is also expected to expand\npublic understanding of migration, resilience, identity, and the enduring\nlegacy of indentured labour in shaping global diasporic communities.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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: Culture<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>PM Ramgoolam attends State Banquet ahead of Africa Forward Summit discussions<\/h1><div id='gallery-800' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-800' 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=3732' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-800' 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-800' 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>The Prime\nMinister, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, attended the State banquet hosted by the\nKenyan President, Dr William Ruto, last evening at State House in Nairobi. The\nbanquet brought together Heads of State and Government, as well as their\nrepresentatives, participating in the inaugural Africa Forward Summit 2026.<br><\/p><p>Held from 11 to\n12 May 2026 under the theme \u201cAfrica Forward: Africa\u2013France Partnerships for\nInnovation and Growth\u201d, the Summit brings together African leaders, French\nPresident Emmanuel Macron, international organisations, business leaders and\ndevelopment partners to discuss innovation-driven and sustainable economic\ngrowth across the continent.<\/p><p>Discussions are\ncentred on reforming the global financial architecture, renewing the\ndevelopment agenda, advancing the energy transition, promoting green\nindustrialisation, strengthening the blue economy, fostering sustainable\nagriculture, accelerating AI and digital technologies, improving health systems\nand enhancing peace and security.<\/p><p>This evening, the\nPrime Minister will intervene in discussions on the blue economy, one of the\nkey pillars of the Summit\u2019s agenda.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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, Diplomacy, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Micro form factor Personal Computers<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>FAKE NEWS ON ALLEGED MONEY PRINTING OF RS 83BN<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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 release for the launch of my.t protect Parental Control<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>The Indentured Labour Route at the Crossroads: Imagining New Futures for the Global Diaspora<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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 Road Safety Week: Minister Mahomed exhorts children to be ambassadors of change<\/h1><div id='gallery-805' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' 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=3733' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3734' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3735' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3736' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3737' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3738' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3739' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3740' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3741' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3742' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3743' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3744' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3745' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-805' 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-805' 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>The Minister of Land\nTransport, Mr Osman Mahomed, urged children to be ambassadors of change, during\nan awareness campaign held, this morning at De La Salle RCA School in Port\nLouis, in the context of International Road Safety Week 2026. <\/p><p>The event brought together\nthe Director of the Traffic Management and Road Safety Unit (TRMSU), Mr Akash\nSungker; representatives of the National Land Transport Authority; educators;\nand students, all united around the message of safer roads for future\ngenerations.<\/p><p>A road safety flyer designed\nfor young learners was launched on the occasion and will soon be distributed to\nall pre-primary and primary schools across the country. This initiative forms\npart of activities marking the United Nations Global Road Safety Week, observed\nfrom 08 to 12 May, under the theme \u201cMake Walking and Cycling Safe.\u201d<\/p><p>In a statement, Minister\nMahomed described De La Salle RCA School as one of the oldest schools in Port\nLouis, adding that he was honoured to speak to the children on such an\nimportant issue. He encouraged them to become ambassadors of change and help\npromote responsible behaviour on the roads within their families and\ncommunities.<\/p><p>The Minister also\nhighlighted the implementation of the National Curriculum Framework for the\nContinuum of Road Safety Education, developed by the Mauritius Institute of\nEducation in collaboration with the TRMSU and the Ministry of Education and\nHuman Resource. The programme integrates road safety education into Grades 1 to\n6 and aims to equip children with the knowledge and reflexes needed to protect\nthemselves and others on the road.<\/p><p>He further indicated that\nefforts are underway to extend the framework to pre-primary and secondary\ninstitutions, with the objective of reaching a wider audience and nurturing a\nnew generation of responsible, safety-conscious road users in Mauritius.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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: Transport<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>IFB - Preparation and Auditing of Statutory Financial Statements<\/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>12 May 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'>International Nurses Day: Nurses honoured for vital contribution to healthcare delivery<\/h1><div id='gallery-809' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' 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=3746' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3747' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3748' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3749' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3750' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3751' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3752' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3753' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3754' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-809' 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-809' 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>On\nthe occasion of the International Nurses\nDay 2026 observed annually on 12 May, an official ceremony was held this morning\nat the Polytechnics Mauritius in Pamplemousses, to\nhonour the vital role and dedication of nursing officers in delivering quality\nhealthcare to the population.<br><\/p><p>The\nDirector of Nursing at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Mr B.R Guness, the Registrar\nof Nursing Council, Mr Krist Dhurmah, and the lecturer at Polytechnics Mauritius in\nNursing, Mr Jay Seegolam, were among the key attendees. <\/p><p>In\nhis address, Mr Guness highlighted that the day provides an opportunity to recognise and valorise the invaluable\ncontribution of the nursing community, which remains at the heart of the\nhealthcare system in Mauritius. He stressed the importance of supporting,\ninvesting in and empowering nurses to ensure the delivery of high-quality\nhealthcare services and enhanced patient safety.<\/p><p>Speaking on the theme, he indicated that it addresses\nkey challenges facing the healthcare sector, including workforce shortages,\nincreasing healthcare demands and the growing need for nursing leadership in\nstrengthening health systems. \u201cIt is now more important than ever to develop\nthe competencies and professional qualities of nurses to ensure quality\nhealthcare services,\u201d he said.<\/p><p>For his part, Mr Dhurmah recalled that the Nursing\nCouncil serves as the regulatory body responsible for licensing nurses to\npractise. He emphasised the Council\u2019s pivotal role in professionalising the\nnursing profession, ensuring that practitioners are adequately trained, and\nupholding ethical standards within the sector. He further welcomed the range of\nspecialised courses currently being offered by universities for nurses,\ndescribing the initiative as commendable.<\/p><p>International Nurses Day<\/p><p>The\nDay is celebrated on the anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birth, the founder\nof modern nursing, widely known as the \"Lady with the Lamp\" for her\ncare of wounded soldiers during the Crimean War. The theme retained for this\nyear is \u201cOur Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.\u201d<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>\ufeffMauritius strengthens Cancer Care through collaboration with Indian Specialists<\/h1><div id='gallery-810' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' 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=3680' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3681' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3682' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3683' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3684' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3685' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3686' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3687' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3688' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-810' 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-810' 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>Dr Saravana Rajamanickam, a\nthoracic surgical oncologist and pioneer in robotic oncology, and Dr\nDeepti Mishra, a consultant surgical oncologist specialising in minimally\ninvasive and robotic cancer surgery, from Thangam Cancer Centre in India,\nwere on a visit to Mauritius from 04 to 11 May 2026.<\/p><p>In this context, the\nMinister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, met with the specialists\non 08 May 2026 at the New Cancer Centre in Phoenix.<\/p><p>In a statement, Minister Bachoo highlighted that the complex surgeries, which last between six to eight hours, are being performed free of charge by the visiting doctors. He\nexpressed gratitude for their dedication and encouraged them, as\nwell as other members of their medical team, to continue visiting Mauritius to\nassist local patients.<\/p><p>Dr Rajamanickam pointed out\nthat there has been a noticeable rise in cancer cases in Mauritius, attributing\nthe increase mainly to smoking, the consumption of processed foods, and the\nextensive use of pesticides.<\/p><p>For her part, Dr Mishra\nexpressed the wish to continue collaborating with the Mauritian Government by sharing her expertise and providing hands-on training and specialised\nknowledge to Mauritian doctors. <\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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'>EOI - Recruitment of Engineers<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>OFFER OF SCHOLARSHIPS FROM THE JAPANESE GOVERNMENT (MEXT) SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME FOR 2027<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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, Scholarships<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Minister Boolell encourages youth participation in agricultural ventures<\/h1><div id='gallery-813' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3718' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3719' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3720' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3721' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3722' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3723' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3724' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3725' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3726' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3727' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3728' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3729' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3730' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3731' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-813' 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-813' 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>The\nNational Launch of World Food Forum (WFF) Mauritius, aiming to strengthen youth\nengagement in agrifood systems, was held on 09 May 2026, in the presence of the\nMinister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries, Dr\nArvin Boolell, at the Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Tr\u00e9sor.<\/p><p>The event, an initiative of\nthe Grand River South East Youth Circle, in collaboration with the\nFood and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), brought together\nrepresentatives of Ministries, international organisations, youth leaders and\nkey stakeholders.<\/p><p>Minister Boolell highlighted\nthe importance of research and development in the agricultural sector to\nenhance the value of local products. He stressed the urgent need to boost local\nproduction in order to strengthen food security and reduce dependence on\nimports in the context of the ongoing Middle East crisis.<\/p><p>He also encouraged more young\npeople to engage in agricultural entrepreneurship and called for increased\ninvestment in quality research, innovation, and technology to support the\nsustainable development of the sector<\/p><p>As part of the forum, a group\nof youngsters of the GRSEYC will undertake a range of agricultural projects for\na period of six months with the technical support of the United Nations and the\nFAO.<\/p><p>It is recalled that the WFF is\na global platform established under the auspices of the FAO. It serves as an\ninclusive mechanism to mobilise youth as strategic partners in the\ntransformation of agrifood systems. In alignment with this global\nframework, the establishment of the WFF Mauritius National Youth Chapter seeks\nto institutionalise youth engagement in agrifood systems governance, innovation\nand policy dialogue at national level.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Enlistment of service providers for the management of shelter Cap L\u2019Espoir at Cap Malheureux<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>Government adopts multisectoral strategy against communicable diseases, says Minister Bachoo<\/h1><div id='gallery-815' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-815' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-815' 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=3755' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3756' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-815' 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-815' 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>\u201cThe present situation is being dealt with in a\nserious, structured and evidence-based manner,\u201d said the Minister of Health and\nWellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, today in the National Assembly, in reply to a\nPrivate Notice Question regarding the recent outbreaks of chikungunya, dengue,\nleptospirosis and Mpox in Mauritius.<br><\/p><p>At the outset, the\nMinister reassured that his Ministry was treating the situation \u201cwith utmost\nseriousness,\u201d while outlining the number of confirmed cases, deaths, preventive\nactions and national response mechanisms being implemented to contain the\nspread of communicable diseases.<\/p><p>From January to 11\nMay 2026, Mauritius recorded 2,816 local cases of chikungunya, including 102\nactive cases, while all five imported cases have recovered. Regarding dengue,\none local case and six imported cases were reported, with all patients having\nrecovered. As for leptospirosis, 21 cases were registered, including six deaths\ninvolving patients with severe forms of the disease and underlying\nco-morbidities, including one patient who was brought dead to hospital. Two\nimported cases of Mpox involving travellers arriving from Madagascar were also\ndetected, with both patients having recovered and no signs of infection\nreported among their contacts.<\/p><p>Explaining the\ncharacteristics of the diseases, the Minister pointed out that chikungunya and\ndengue are mosquito-borne viral infections transmitted mainly by infected Aedes\nmosquitoes, while leptospirosis is a bacterial zoonotic disease spread through\ncontact with water, soil or mud contaminated by infected animal urine. Mpox, he\nrecalled, spreads mainly through close contact with infected persons,\ncontaminated materials or animals.<\/p><p>Since the\noutbreaks, extensive sensitisation campaigns have been carried out nationwide.\nAccording to Mr Bachoo, these comprised 224 community sensitisation sessions,\n61 health education talks in high-risk areas, sensitisation programmes for 400\nmunicipal and district council workers, more than 200 radio and television\ninterventions, campaigns across nine digital media platforms, and the\ndistribution of over 30,000 posters and leaflets.<\/p><p>The Minister\nfurther underlined that large-scale vector control and environmental sanitation\nexercises are underway. A total of 25,341 premises were inspected, while 524\nsanitary notices, 2,195 water notices and 1,300 statements of nuisance were\nissued. More than 105,905 premises were treated with larvicides, mist blowing\nactivities were conducted at 81,535 locations, and indoor residual spraying was\ncarried out in 1,811 houses. In addition, 100,000 male sterile mosquitoes are\nbeing released weekly as part of mosquito population control measures.<\/p><p>With regard to\nleptospirosis, Mr Bachoo cautioned that \u201cthese diseases cannot be controlled by\nthe Ministry of Health and Wellness alone,\u201d adding that \u201ca One Health and\nmultisectoral approach is essential\u201d as the diseases involve the intersection\nof human health, animal health and the environment. On that score, several\nmultisectoral meetings have been organised with Ministries responsible for\nEnvironment, Agriculture, Veterinary Services and Local Government, alongside\nmunicipal and district councils, police authorities, public health inspectors,\nhospitals, laboratories and private stakeholders.<\/p><p>The Minister stated\nthat Government\u2019s strategy hinges on strengthened surveillance, early\ndiagnosis, standardised clinical management, public sensitisation, rodent\ncontrol and occupational health protection. Mapping of high-risk localities and\nclusters has also been undertaken, notably in Plaine Wilhems, Port Louis and\nBlack River for chikungunya cases.<\/p><p>Referring to rodent\ncontrol measures, the Minister informed that the Rodent Control Unit carried\nout 25,492 interventions in 2025 compared to 9,751 in 2024. Measures include\nintensified baiting exercises, environmental clean-up campaigns, drain\ncleaning, waste management, clearing of illegal dumping sites, and\ninterventions around rivers, canals, livestock areas and residential zones.<\/p><p>The Minister also\nhighlighted the contribution of local authorities, which cleaned around 3,100\nplots of bare land, intensified rodent control activities. They issued some\n2,800 notices, conducted regular drain cleaning operations, and organised\nfortnightly flushing of markets and fairs with the support of the Mauritius\nFire and Rescue Service.<\/p><p>Mr Bachoo further\nreassured that all regional hospitals and designated health institutions are\nequipped with isolation and treatment facilities for infectious diseases.\nEnhanced surveillance measures are also in place at the airport and port, where\nsanitary officers screen incoming passengers and vessels. Travellers arriving\nfrom affected countries are subject to follow-up monitoring by Regional Health\nOffices.<\/p><p>In addition, the\nMinistry maintains adequate stocks of vaccines for Mpox, mosquito repellent\ncreams, laboratory testing kits, personal protective equipment, insecticides,\nrodenticides and essential medicines, including antibiotics, analgesics and\nintensive care drugs.<\/p><p>The Minister urged\nthe public to play its role by maintaining clean surroundings and preventing\nmosquito breeding and rodent infestation. He deplored that not many citizens\nare not maintaining their lands thereby causing public nuisances to the\nneighbourhood.<\/p><p>Mauritius recorded 9,393 dengue cases and eight deaths in\n2024, compared to only 55 cases and no deaths in 2025. \u201cI am confident that the\ndecisions taken by the Government as far as public health and sanitary measures\nare concerned will bear their fruits and that we will win this battle against\nthe spread of these diseases,\u201d Mr Bachoo said in his concluding remarks.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>12 May 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'>Supply, Installation and 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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, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Road Closure - Allee des Flamboyants, Pailles, Guibies<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Acting Prime Minister Navarre-Marie urges enhanced response to family abandonment and abuse<\/h1><div id='gallery-821' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3802' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-821' 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-821' 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>The need to strengthen protection and support mechanisms for\nvictims of domestic violence and abandoned children was highlighted by the\nActing Prime Minister, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, Mrs\nMarie Arianne Navarre-Marie, this morning, at a symposium titled \u2018Family\nAbandonment: A Call for Justice\u2019, held at the City Council of Port Louis.<\/p><p>The event was organised by the non-governmental organisation\n(NGO) Fam An Mars (FAM) in collaboration with the Junior Chamber\nInternational (JCI) Quatre Bornes. It served as a platform for women to voice\ntheir struggles while also calling for greater awareness and more effective\nresponses to cases of family abandonment.<\/p><p>The Attorney-General, Mr Gavin Patrick Cyril Glover; the\nLord Mayor of the City Council of Port Louis, Mr Aslam Adam Hosenally; the\nOmbudsperson for Children, Mrs Aneeta Ghoorah; the President of FAM, Mrs\nRuqayah B. Khayrattee; the President of JCI Quatre Bornes, Ms Srirupa Wawge;\nand several other personalities were present.<\/p><p>In her address, the Acting Prime Minister underlined the\nimportance of listening to survivors and victims of domestic violence in the\nreview and amendment of existing legislation. She noted that cases of violence\nagainst women and abandoned children are reported daily to the Ministry and\nstressed that laws must continuously evolve to address gaps, including emerging\nforms of abuse such as financial violence. She also emphasised that, beyond\nlegal reforms, effective enforcement of the law by all stakeholders, including\nthe police, courts and support services, remains essential.<\/p><p>Mrs Navarre-Marie further called for continuous and\nprofessional training of frontline officers, police personnel, NGOs and shelter\nstaff to ensure victims are treated with dignity and empathy. She highlighted\nthe difficulties faced by children in shelters, particularly those who are\nundeclared and unable to access essential services such as education,\nhealthcare and employment opportunities. She reaffirmed Government\u2019s commitment\nto strengthening support systems for vulnerable children and families in collaboration\nwith relevant institutions and NGOs, while encouraging victims of abuse to come\nforward and seek assistance.<\/p><p>The Attorney-General, for his part, stressed that family\nabandonment constitutes a serious social issue that requires sustained public\ndiscussion and awareness. He recalled that the family plays a fundamental role\nin shaping values and resilience, warning that its breakdown places significant\nemotional and financial strain on children and other vulnerable members, with\nwomen often bearing the greatest responsibility.<\/p>\n\nMr Glover further\nexplained that family abandonment is generally the result of combined\npressures, including financial hardship, unemployment, addiction, and\nrelationship breakdown. He referred to existing legal provisions under the\nCriminal Code and the Children\u2019s Act, noting that amendments are being\nconsidered to strengthen enforcement and close legal gaps. He added that legal\naction alone is not sufficient and must be supported by counselling services,\naddiction treatment, parenting programmes, and accessible social support\nsystems to effectively address the problem.<\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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'>May Measurement Month campaign launched to promote early detection of hypertension and NCDs<\/h1><div id='gallery-822' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-822' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button 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src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3785' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3786' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-822' 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-822' 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>A series of activities in the context of May\nMeasurement Month was launched, today at the Municipal Council of Beau\nBassin\/Rose Hill, in the presence of the Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil\nKumar Bachoo.<\/p><p>Also present at the event were the Junior Minister\nof Tourism, Mr Jean Sydney Pierre; the Deputy Mayor of the Municipal Council of\nBeau Bassin\/Rose-Hill, Mrs Gina Frances Lilianna Andr\u00e9a Poonoosamy; health\nprofessionals and other stakeholders.<\/p><p>Organised by the Ministry of Health and Wellness,\nthe campaign aims to raise awareness on the prevention and early detection of\nnon-communicable diseases (NCDs), particularly hypertension. Activities\nconducted during the event included blood pressure screening sessions,\ncounselling services, exhibitions on health-related issues, and displays of\nfood plate models to encourage healthier eating habits and lifestyle choices.<\/p><p>In his address, Minister Bachoo described\nhypertension as a \u201csilent killer\u201d, pointing out that many individuals remain\nunaware they are suffering from the condition until serious complications\noccur. He stressed that hypertension is closely associated with heart disease,\nstrokes and renal insufficiency, while statistics showed that 527 deaths linked\nto hypertension and some 1,070 stroke-related deaths were recorded in Mauritius\nin 2024. According to the Minister, nearly one-third of the Mauritian population\nis affected by hypertension, with a significant number of cases remaining\nundiagnosed.<\/p><p>Dr Bachoo also expressed concern over the growing\nprevalence of hypertension among young people, noting that cases have been\ndetected among secondary school students through school health programmes. He\nattributed the rise in hypertension and other NCDs largely to unhealthy\nlifestyles, including poor dietary habits, smoking, alcohol consumption and\nphysical inactivity.<\/p><p>The Minister further highlighted the various\nawareness campaigns, outreach programmes and screening exercises being carried\nout nationwide, while reaffirming Government\u2019s commitment to strengthening\nhealthcare services and specialised diabetes and hypertension care units in\nregional hospitals. He urged the population to adopt healthier lifestyles,\nundergo regular medical check-ups and prioritise prevention to reduce\ncomplications and save lives.<\/p><p>For his part, Mr Jean Sydney Pierre encouraged\ncitizens to make full use of Mauritius\u2019 free public healthcare system,\nincluding mediclinics, decentralised healthcare facilities, screening services\nand counselling programmes. He underlined the increasing burden of NCDs such as\ndiabetes, obesity and hypertension in the country, stressing that these\ndiseases are often linked to lifestyle habits and can lead to severe health\ncomplications if not detected and managed early.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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'>Vacancies at the COMESA<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 2026<\/strong><\/p><p>Email: <a href='mailto:gis@govmu.org'>gis@govmu.org<\/a><\/p><p>Website: <a 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Route at the Crossroads: Imagining New\nFutures for the Global Diaspora,\u201d officially opened, today, at the\nPaul Octave Wiehe Auditorium in R\u00e9duit in the presence of the Minister of Arts\nand Culture, Mr Mahendra Gondeea.<\/p><p>The President of the\nInternational Scientific Committee of the Indentured Labour Route Project\n(ILRP), Dr Farzana Gounder; the Chairperson of the Aapravasi Ghat Trust Fund\n(AGTF), Mr Sukhend Ramadass; the Head of Secretariat of the ILRP and Director\nof the AGTF, Mr Ved Prakash Bhundhun; diplomatic corps, Mauritian and\ninternational scholars as well as other personalities were present.<\/p><p>The event is an initiative of\nthe AGTF in collaboration with the Ministry of Arts and Culture. It aims\nto develop a roadmap for research on indentured labour over the next decade,\nstrengthen historical and contemporary linkages between indenture experiences\nacross the Indian Ocean, Atlantic, and Pacific regions, and expand research\nfrom regional case studies to a broader global framework. The event also seeks\nto address contemporary post-indenture challenges and diasporic connections\nwhile fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among policymakers,\nresearchers, and community leaders.<\/p><p>In his keynote address, Minister Gondeea\nstated that the conference marks an important milestone for Mauritius and all\nnations linked through the shared history of indenture. He noted that Mauritius\nremains one of the most significant places to host such a gathering, as the\nhistory of indenture is deeply rooted in the country\u2019s identity and heritage.\nReferring to the Aapravasi Ghat, he\nunderlined that the UNESCO World Heritage Site stands as a symbol of courage,\nresilience and hope for generations of indentured labourers.<\/p><p>The Minister further highlighted that the conference goes\nbeyond revisiting history and aims to shape the future of indenture studies\nthrough international dialogue, research and cooperation. He also welcomed the\nsoft launch of the Indentured Labour Database, describing it as an important\nstep towards positioning Mauritius as a global centre for research,\ndocumentation and collaboration in indenture studies. Reaffirming Government\u2019s\ncommitment to heritage preservation, he stressed that heritage should serve as\na bridge that unites people and preserves humanity\u2019s shared memory for future\ngenerations.<\/p><p>For her part, Dr Gounder emphasised that the\nILRP has evolved into a global initiative connecting countries, institutions\nand communities linked through the history of indenture. She noted that one of\nthe project\u2019s key priorities is the development of an international indentured\nlabour database bringing together archival records, migration histories and\ncommunity knowledge into a shared global resource.<\/p><p>As for Mr Ramadass, he underlined the major\ncontribution of indentured labourers in shaping societies, cultures and\neconomies around the world. He reiterated the commitment of the AGTF to\nadvancing research, conservation, education and dialogue on indentured labour\nhistory while ensuring that this important heritage continues to be preserved\nand transmitted to future generations.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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: Culture<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Le Premier ministre rencontre le pr\u00e9sident William Ruto<\/h1><div id='gallery-826' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-826' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button 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\u00e9changes commerciaux et des investissements dans divers secteurs ;<\/p><p>* La collaboration en mati\u00e8re de s\u00e9curit\u00e9 maritime r\u00e9gionale dans l\u2019oc\u00e9an Indien, notamment dans la lutte contre la piraterie et le trafic illicite ;<\/p><p>* La connectivit\u00e9 a\u00e9rienne entre Maurice et le Kenya ;<\/p><p>* Le pr\u00e9sident kenyan a \u00e9galement sollicit\u00e9 le soutien du Premier ministre et de Maurice \u00e0 la candidature de la juge de la Cour supr\u00eame, Njoki Ndung\u2019u, au poste de juge \u00e0 la Cour p\u00e9nale internationale.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>13 May 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: Diplomacy<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Learn AI School Innovation Challenge 2026: President Gokhool chairs stakeholders\u2019 meeting<\/h1><div id='gallery-827' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-827' 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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>In\nthe context of the 2nd edition of the Learn AI School Innovation Challenge 2026, a\ncompetition-based training for students of Grades 10 and 12, a stakeholder\u2019s\nmeeting was chaired yesterday by the President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr\nDharam Gokhool, at the State House in R\u00e9duit.<\/p><p>This\nInnovation Challenge is an initiative\nof Dayforce, DoraCrea and Mauritius Telecom in collaboration with the Office of\nthe President, the Ministry of Education and Human Resource, and the Ministry\nof Information, Communication and Innovation. It aims to empower students to\npropose Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven solutions to national challenges. A total of 59 schools and\n91 projects were registered for the edition. <\/p><p>In his address,\nPresident Gokhool highlighted that the meeting aimed to address existing shortcomings\nand chart the way forward for the successful running of the competition. He pointed out\nthat the Government\nProgramme 2025-2029 lays strong emphasis on digital transformation, innovation,\nand the modernisation of public institutions and services. The pace of\ntechnological advancement, he stated, requires close collaboration and\ninnovation between public institutions, industry leaders, educators,\nresearchers, innovators and private sector.<\/p><p>In\nthis regard, he indicated that the Ministry of Information Technology,\nCommunication and Innovation is actively advancing initiatives related to\nnational AI strategies and broader digital transformation frameworks that will\nhelp shape the future digital landscape of Mauritius. The Learn-AI Innovation\nChallenge, he noted, contributes to the development of a national innovation\necosystem that empowers the youth and prepares Mauritius for the opportunities\nand challenges of the future.<\/p><p>President\nGokhool further emphasised that Mauritius must position itself as a consumer of\nemerging technologies and a responsible contributor to ethical, inclusive, and\nhuman-centred AI development within the region and beyond.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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, Artificial Intelligence<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Sustainable Development: Transforming Ravenala into eco-friendly craft products<\/h1><div id='gallery-830' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-830' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-830' 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=3813' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3814' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-830' 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-830' 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>The Mauritius\nResearch and Innovation Council (MRIC) in collaboration with the Academy of\nDesign and Innovation (ADI) is holding an exhibition on the theme \u201cCreating\nCraft Product using Ravenala Madagascariensis and Textile Fabric Waste\u201d. The\ninitiative, which is scheduled on Friday 15 May 2026 at Vall\u00e9e des Pr\u00eatres in Port Louis, highlights\nongoing efforts to promote sustainable development, environmental preservation,\nand innovation through the transformation of invasive plant species and\nindustrial textile waste into eco-friendly craft products.<br><\/p><p>Mauritius is\nwell-known for its rich biodiversity with unique fauna and flora. However, these natural resources are\nincreasingly under threat due to deforestation and the proliferation of\ninvasive plant and animal species, which hinder the growth and survival of\nendemic plants within the Mauritian ecosystem. <\/p><p>In this context, the\nNational Parks and Conservation Service has been undertaking the clearing of\nRavenala Madagascariensis, commonly known as Ravenala, from forested areas to\nsafeguard native and endemic species. Once cut, the remaining plant parts are\noften left in forests, creating breeding grounds for mosquitoes and raising\nadditional environmental and public health concerns.<\/p><p>To address these\nchallenges, the ADI developed this circular-economy-based project funded by the\nMRIC. The project focuses on transforming harvested Ravenala plants and\ndiscarded textile fabric waste into value-added products while minimising\nenvironmental impact. <\/p><p>Through extensive\nexperimentation with different materials and proportions, several\ntransformation processes were developed to convert the raw materials into\nhandmade paper, organic fertilisers, ropes, packaging materials, handcrafted\njewellery, and bio-composite materials for interior applications, among others.<\/p><p>The project also\nexplores the collaborative use of Ravenala fibre and industrial textile waste\nas innovative alternative raw materials for the craft industry. Ravenala fibre,\nknown for its remarkable tensile strength, already has several applications in Mauritius,\nincluding natural fencing, construction materials, indoor blinds, and other\nhandcrafted items. At the same time, recycling textile waste helps address one\nof the major sources of industrial pollution by giving discarded fabric a\nrenewed purpose instead of allowing it to accumulate in landfills.<\/p><p>Aligned with the\nUnited Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the ADI\u2019s commitment to\nfostering a circular economy, the initiative seeks to contribute to\nenvironmental sustainability while creating new economic and employment\nopportunities within the local craft sector. <\/p><p>The project further\naims to develop a unique and sustainable niche in both local and international\ncraft markets by combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design\nprinciples. The outcomes of the research have been documented to support\nfurther development, innovation, and replication of the initiative in the\nfuture.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>New Trauma and Emergency Unit set up at Dr A.G. Jeetoo Hospital<\/h1><div id='gallery-831' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' data-bs-slide-to='12' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' 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=3830' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3831' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3832' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3833' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3834' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3835' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3836' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3837' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3838' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3839' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3840' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3841' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3842' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3843' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-831' 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-831' 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>A new Trauma and\nEmergency Unit aimed at strengthening emergency health care services was\ninaugurated, yesterday at Dr Abdool Gaffoor Jeetoo Hospital in Port Louis.<\/p><p>The Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo; the Minister of\nLabour and Industrial Relations, Mr Muhammad Reza Cassam Uteem; the Minister of\nLand Transport, Mr Mahomed Osman Cassam Mahomed; the Member of Parliament, Dr\nFarhad Ismael Aumeer; and higher officials were present.<\/p><p>The project,\nannounced as part of the 2025 Budget measures to modernise public health care\nservices, features upgraded infrastructure including a new minor operation\ntheatre and a colour-coded triage system designed to improve patient flow and\nemergency response. The red, yellow and green zones will allow medical teams to\nprioritise patients according to the severity of their conditions, ensuring\nfaster and more efficient treatment.<\/p><p>In his address, Minister Bachoo stated that the inauguration of the Unit\nreflects Government\u2019s firm commitment to modernising the health care system,\nstrengthening life-saving services and ensuring that the public hospitals are\nbetter equipped to respond to critical situations. \u201cWith the establishment of\nthe Trauma and Emergency Unit across our regional hospitals, we are bringing\nour system closer to international standards,\u201d he said.<\/p><p>\u201cThe initiative forms part of a wider transformation and reform of the\npublic health system which purports to investing in infrastructure, reinforcing\nspecialised services, and reviewing the way care is delivered across the\ncountry,\u201d added the Minister. He indicated that after the inauguration of the\nTrauma and Emergency Unit in March at Sir Anerood Jugnauth (SAJ) Hospital, similar units will be set up at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam National\n(SSRN) Hospital, Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital and Victoria Hospital.<\/p><p>According to Mr Bachoo, the new Unit will provide a more organised and\nefficient environment for the management of emergency cases as it adopts an\nintegrated approach. He averred that it will support faster assessment and\ndecision-making together with better coordination among teams, and more timely\nintervention for patients requiring urgent care.<\/p><p>Regarding the introduction of the structured coloured-coded triage\nsystem, the Minister underlined its benefits as it will allow patients to be\nassessed according to the emergency of their conditions, reduce unnecessary\ndelays and enable emergency departments to function more safely and\nefficiently. He explained that red category patients will need immediate\nlife-saving interventions, yellow category patients will be given urgent\nmedical attention and green category patients who have less urgent conditions\ncan safely wait for assessment.<\/p><p>While paying tribute to doctors, nurses, frontliners and all health care\nworkers for their hard work and dedication, Mr Bachoo condemned the physical\nand verbal violence directed at them. He specifically deplored a recent\nincident in which staff from the Service d'Aide M\u00e9dicale Urgente (SAMU),\ndispatched to Petite Rivi\u00e8re following a road accident, were attacked. The\nMinister called for a change in mindset and assured that all necessary measures\nwould be taken to prevent any harm to medical professionals and their vehicles.<\/p><p>For their part,\nMinisters Uteem and Mahomed, along with Dr Aumeer, welcomed the establishment\nof the Trauma and Emergency Unit, describing it as a valuable addition to the\nhospital. Mr Uteem commended the frontliners and hospital personnel for working\nunder pressure to save lives and deliver effective services to the public. He\nemphasised the importance of providing staff with suitable working conditions\nand appropriate psychological support to prevent burnout. Meanwhile, Mr Mahomed\nhighlighted that, in cases of road accident injuries and trauma, time is of the\nessence, adding the new Unit will ensure more timely and effective care for\naccident victims.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>IFB - Cleaning Services at 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>14 May 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'>Application for Road Service Licences along routes 99 and 185<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>Experts discuss sustainable solutions to growing Non-Communicable Disease crisis in Developing Nations<\/h1><div id='gallery-834' class='carousel slide mb-3' 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type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-834' 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-834' 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>A two-day international\nconference on \u2018Lifestyle Diseases in the Developing World: Perspectives,\nCurrent Status and Future Challenges\u2019 opened, this morning, in Moka, bringing\ntogether international researchers, policymakers and healthcare experts to\ndiscuss the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in developing\nnations.<\/p><p>The\nconference was attended by the Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and\nResearch, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon; the Chief Executive Officer and\nVice-Chancellor of the JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research\nMauritius (JSSAHERM), Professor (Dr) Praveen Mohadeb; the Director General\nof Non- Aligned Movement Science & Technology Centre (NAM S&T) New\nDelhi, India, Dr Amitava Bandopadhyay; as well as other personalities. <\/p><p>Organised\njointly by the JSSAHERM and NAM S&T, the conference aims to foster dialogue\non the management of rising NCDs, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in\nhealthcare, and gender disparities in health outcomes.<\/p><p>Over the\ntwo days, participants will deliberate on several key themes including the\nepidemiology of lifestyle diseases in developing countries, nutrition\ntransition and urbanisation, youth mental health and sedentary lifestyles,\nintegrative approaches to NCD prevention, health system strengthening, digital\nhealth and AI for disease management, as well as women and NCDs.<\/p><p>In his\naddress, Minister Sukon highlighted that lifestyle diseases are responsible for\nnearly three-quarters of deaths worldwide. He noted that diabetes is expected\nto affect around 640 million people globally by 2030, while approximately 20%\nof the Mauritian population is already living with the disease. According to\nthe Minister, the growing consumption of fast food remains a key factor\ncontributing to the rise in lifestyle-related illnesses.<\/p><p>He\nindicated that the organisation of such conferences plays an essential role in\nraising awareness and educating the public about the risks associated with\nunhealthy lifestyles and poor eating habits. He also spoke of plans to\nestablish a Diabetes Research Centre dedicated to DNA sequencing and the\nidentification of genetic markers, with the aim of improving citizens\u2019 quality\nof life. <\/p><p>\u201cPrevention\nis the smartest investment any country can make,\u201d Minister Sukon stated,\nstressing the importance of early detection and personalised medicine in\nreducing the increasing burden of disease. He underlined that effective health\nmanagement begins with individuals themselves and called for greater public\nawareness and personal responsibility in adopting healthier lifestyles.<\/p><p>The\nMinister further highlighted the growing role of technology in healthcare,\nnoting that smartwatches, mobile health applications, artificial intelligence,\nand robotics are revolutionising disease management and enhancing treatment\neffectiveness. <\/p><p>Minister\nSukon underscored the need for research to become an integral component of the\nhealthcare system. He emphasised the importance of multidisciplinary research\nand collaboration in tackling national health challenges, urging researchers\nand institutions to work together to develop practical and sustainable\nsolutions. He added that the conference\u2019s findings and recommendations should\nbe widely disseminated and translated into concrete actions.<\/p><p>For his\npart, Professor Mohadeb highlighted that rapid urbanisation, technological\nprogress, and changing lifestyles have profoundly influenced disease patterns\nworldwide. He observed that diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular conditions,\nand hypertension are increasingly impacting individuals, families, and\ncommunities across the globe. <\/p><p>According\nto him, the conference aims to explore practical and sustainable solutions to\naddress these growing public health challenges. He also underlined the\nimportance of adopting a multisectoral approach to combat lifestyle-related\ndiseases, with a strong focus on prevention, public awareness, and enhanced\ncommunity participation.<\/p>\n\nAs\nfor Dr Bandopadhyay, he expressed confidence that the conference discussions\nwould foster scientific collaboration, professional networking, and actionable\nrecommendations to enhance public health outcomes in developing countries. He\nfurther noted that strengthening international partnerships and encouraging the\nexchange of knowledge would help promote healthier lifestyles and more\nresilient healthcare systems across the developing world.<\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>High-level conference explores the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence<\/h1><div id='gallery-835' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' 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=3844' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3845' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3846' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3847' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3848' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3849' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3850' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3851' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3852' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-835' 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-835' 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>Mauritius is seeking to strengthen its role in the ongoing global digital transformation and the emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) landscape, a vision highlighted this morning at the opening of the High-level Conference, \u2018Reimagining Tomorrow in the Age of AI \u2013 Where Opportunity Meets Everyone\u2019, held in Trianon in the presence of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful.<\/p><p>Organised by the Bauen Solutions Ltd in collaboration\nwith EXU Ltd, it aims at bringing together leaders from both the public and\nprivate sectors to explore the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence\n(AI) on Mauritius\u2019 economy, workforce and national development. The conference will\nbe led by Mr Matthew Griffin, an internationally recognised futurist and\nadviser to Governments and global organisations.<\/p><p>In his keynote address, Minister Ramful characterised AI as a defining force of the 21st\ncentury, reshaping everything from global economies and governance, healthcare,\nsecurity to diplomacy. He noted that national influence now also stems from\ntechnological readiness and digital capability. Mauritius, he informed is motivated to strengthen partnerships to build durable national capability and become a trusted AI governance jurisdiction and a constructive regional partner.<\/p><p>Addressing the panel theme, \u201cFrom Fear to Strategy,\u201d\nthe Minister argued that while every major technological revolution in history\nhas generated uncertainty and disruption, history also teaches that those who\nprepare early, invest wisely and adapt strategically are the ones who benefit\nthe most. He therefore called for AI to be approached with clarity, ambition, vision and responsibility, rather than fear.<\/p><p>Speaking about Mauritius\u2019 Strategic Position in the\nAge of AI, he indicated that the country is committed to\nengage with it proactively and strategically and has moved decisively with key\ninitiatives. These include: the launch of the National AI Strategy 2025\u20132029\ntogether with the FAIR Guidelines for the Development and Use of AI and the\nestablishment of an operational AI Marketplace.<\/p><p>According to Mr Ramful, these concrete institutional\nfoundations place Mauritius in a distinctive international position as a small\nisland State seeking to lead credibly on responsible AI governance, emphasising\nthat we must aspire to become active contributors to innovation, trusted\nregional partners and creators of value within the global digital economy.<\/p><p>Mauritius\u2019 objective, he said, is focused on\ndemonstrating how responsible, ethical and inclusive AI governance can be\nimplemented effectively within a small State and made available as a model that\nothers may adapt.<\/p><p>The Minister also asserted that Mauritius must\nleverage its comparative advantages specifically its governance credibility,\nstrong rule-of-law institutions, established International Financial Centre ecosystem,\nunique multilingual profile and strategic geopolitical position at the\nintersection of Africa, Asia and Europe to serve as a bridge for dialogue,\nstandards, governance cooperation and responsible innovation.<\/p><p>Moreover, he insisted on the benefits of\ninternational cooperation and strategic partnerships when navigating the AI\ntransition, which will enable shaping a future where AI serves humanity\ncollectively and responsibly. <\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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: Artificial Intelligence<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>National short clip competition launched to sensitise youth on dangers of drugs<\/h1><div id='gallery-837' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' 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=3880' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3881' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3882' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3883' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3884' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3885' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3886' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3887' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3888' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3889' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3890' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3891' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-837' 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-837' 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>Secondary school students\naged between 15 and 18 years across Mauritius, Rodrigues and Agalega are being\ninvited to showcase their creativity through filmmaking in a national short\nclip competition themed \u2018Your Life Matters: Nou Lavi Pli Importan Ki\nLadrog!\u2019, aimed at raising awareness of the dangers of drug abuse and\npromoting a drug-free lifestyle among young people.<\/p><p>The initiative was presented,\nthis morning in Eb\u00e8ne, during a press conference chaired by the Ombudsperson\nfor Children, Mrs Aneeta Ghoorah. It seeks to strengthen preventive education\non drug use while encouraging youth participation, creativity and\nself-expression.<\/p><p>The competition is being\norganised by the Office of the Ombudsperson for Children and the Mauritius Film\nDevelopment Corporation (MFDC) in collaboration with several ministries,\ndepartments and institutions, namely the Ministry of Education and Human\nResource, the Private Secondary Education Authority, the National Agency for\nDrug Control, the Brigade pour la Protection de la Famille, the\nMauritius Digital Promotion Agency, the Special Education Needs Authority and\nthe Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit, among others.<\/p><p>Participants are invited to\nproduce a one-to three-minute video clip highlighting the harmful effects of\ndrug use. The competition is open to public and private secondary schools,\nincluding fee-paying institutions, as well as Special Education Needs schools\nand non-formal education institutions. Five best clips will be rewarded, in\naddition to special prizes for Best Actor and Best Actress.<\/p><p>Speaking at the press\nconference, Mrs Ghoorah underlined that the initiative has been designed to\nensure inclusiveness and broad participation from students across the Republic.\nShe stressed the importance of informing schools early so that participants would\nhave sufficient time to develop their ideas and fully express their creativity.<\/p><p>She further indicated that\nworkshops on filmmaking and technical production will be organised in\ncollaboration with the MFDC to guide students in producing quality video clips.\nDedicated sessions will also be held for learners from Special Education Needs\nschools in order to ensure equal access and support for all participants, she\nadded. <\/p><p>The Ombudsperson for\nChildren stated that entries would be assessed by a panel comprising\nprofessionals from technical, creative and pedagogical fields, with the\nprize-giving ceremony scheduled for September 2026. She also highlighted the\ncontribution of the Jeunes Ambassadeurs des Droits des Enfants, who\ncontinue to support awareness campaigns and activities promoting children\u2019s\nrights and well-being.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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, Drugs<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Workshop highlights integration of AI and digital fabrication technologies<\/h1><div id='gallery-838' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='10' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' data-bs-slide-to='11' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' 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=3908' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3909' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3910' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3911' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3912' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3913' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3914' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3915' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3916' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3917' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3918' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3919' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3920' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-838' 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-838' 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>A two-day workshop titled\n\u201cArtificial Intelligence Meets Digital Fabrication\u201d was launched, this morning\nat the Telecom Campus in Eb\u00e8ne, by the Minister of Information Technology,\nCommunication and Innovation, Dr Avinash Ramtohul.<\/p><p>Organised by the Ministry in\ncollaboration with the Mauritius Digital Promotion Agency, the initiative\ntargets university-level students and aims to strengthen technological literacy\nand innovation in Mauritius. The workshop\naims to explore the convergence of AI and digital fabrication technologies,\nincluding additive manufacturing and their growing impact on local\nentrepreneurship, prototyping, and industrial development.<\/p><p>This initiative bridges the\ngap between digital ideation and physical manufacturing by integrating\nGenerative AI as a \u2018design thinking assistant\u2019. Students will move from\nconceptualisation to a 3D-printed base product using Meshy AI, which they will\nsubsequently enhance with Gemini-driven ideas and value-added features.<\/p><p>In his remarks, Minister Ramtohul highlighted that\nthe workshop will provide university students with hands-on\nexposure to digital fabrication, AI-assisted design thinking, and creative\nproblem-solving. This event, he pointed out, will be laying the groundwork for\na broader innovation and startup-focused initiative. <\/p><p>While emphasising that AI is becoming a key factor in\na country\u2019s economy, the Minister highlighted the growing\nimportance of AI in economic development and recalled the recent launch of the\nNational AI Strategy 2025\u20132029, which seeks to position Mauritius as a regional\nhigh-tech hub. He also referred to Government\u2019s ongoing efforts to strengthen\ninformation security and data protection frameworks, including the adoption of\nISO\/IEC 27001 standards and the review of existing legislation to ensure\ngreater public confidence in the protection of personal data and digital\nsystems.<\/p><p>According to Dr Ramtohul, young people nowadays want\nto explore projects which are commercially viable. As such, the National\nResearch and Innovation Institute Bill, once adopted in the National Assembly,\nwill enable Government to better devise fiscal, technological, social or\nmentoring-based policies to adequately support young innovators and\nentrepreneurs, he underlined.<\/p><p>Government, he added, is also currently reviewing the\nlaws to strengthen data protection so as to ensure that all Mauritians feel\ncomfortable with the way relevant authorities protect their data in terms of\ntechnology and good practices.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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, Artificial Intelligence<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Youth Farming Project: Young participants recognised for agro-ecological farming initiatives<\/h1><div id='gallery-840' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-840' data-bs-slide-to='8' 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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>A strong focus was placed on youth empowerment and sustainable agriculture through the Youth Farming Project, during a certificate and prize presentation ceremony held this morning at the China Cultural Centre in Bell Village, in the presence of the Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr Darmarajen Nagalingum.<\/p><p>The initiative, organised by the Ministry of Youth and Sports in collaboration with the Farmers in Agriculture, Livestock, Cooperative and Organic Network (FALCON) Association, and supported by partners including the China Cultural Centre and the Food and Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (FAREI), aims to promote agro-ecological farming practices among young people.<\/p><p>The Vice-President of the Farmers in Agriculture, Livestock, Cooperative and Organic Network (FALCON) Association, Mr Dana Chengen, the Director of the China Cultural Centre, Mr Yang Jun, representatives of partner institutions, educators, youth participants and other personalities were also present on the occasion.<\/p><p>The Youth Farming Project brought together some 280 young participants from several educational and social institutions, namely Mahatma Gandhi Secondary School, Moka; Mont Roche Training Centre; Mapou State Secondary School; \u00c9toile de Mer, Roche Noires; Mohun Parsad Sharma Jugdambi State Secondary School; Mauritius Mental Health Association; Tr\u00e8fles; and Angel Special School and Welfare Association of Rivi\u00e8re des Anguilles.<\/p><p>As part of the project, participants attended a series of theoretical and practical training sessions conducted from 02 June 2025 to 27 February 2026 at the FALCON Model Farm Training Centre in Terre Rouge. The training modules focused on various aspects of agro-ecological farming, including kitchen gardening, composting, innovative vegetable cultivation techniques, sheltered farming, mushroom production, beekeeping, aquaponics, hydroponics, bio-farming and the misuse and impacts of pesticides. Field visits, practical demonstrations and hands-on kitchen gardening activities were also organised to provide participants with experiential learning opportunities.<\/p><p>In his address, Minister Nagalingum highlighted the importance of empowering young people through sustainable agricultural practices and practical learning initiatives. He underlined that agriculture represents not only a means of contributing to food security and the national economy, but also a valuable tool for personal development, resilience and self-reliance among youths.<\/p><p>The Minister commended the collaborative efforts of the Ministry and its partners in implementing the project and encouraged participants to remain committed, disciplined and visionary in their pursuits. He further stressed the need for young people to appreciate the value of teamwork, perseverance and environmental stewardship while making meaningful contributions to society and the country\u2019s development.<\/p><p>During the ceremony, certificates were remitted to participants upon successful completion of the Agro Ecological Farming Project, while prizes were awarded for outstanding kitchen gardening projects. A video presentation highlighting the projects undertaken by the participants throughout the training period was also screened.<br><\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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: Youth<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Communiqu\u00e9 du Bureau du Commissaire Electoral<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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 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class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p>A\ntotal of 729 secondary school students who successfully completed a two-week\nwork placement under the Human Resource Development Council\u2019s School Placement\nProgramme (SPP), received their certificates and shields today in presence of\nthe Minister of Education and Human Resource, Dr Mahend Gungapersad, at the\nMahatma Gandhi Institute in Moka.<br><\/p><p>Addressing\nthe students, Minister Gungapersad reiterated Government\u2019s commitment to making\noptimal use of the country\u2019s resources, particularly human resources. He\nhighlighted that the Government Programme 2025\u20132029 includes strategies aimed\nat addressing skills mismatches and labour shortages within the economy.<\/p><p>He\nnoted that the HRDC regularly conducts national and sectoral skills studies to\nbetter align education and training with labour market needs. The education,\nskilling and training systems, he observed, are being restructured to better\nprepare young people for the workplace. Through the SPP, he said, students were\nexposed to workplace values, principles and responsibilities, helping them\nadapt to professional environments.<\/p><p>Dr\nGungapersad also expressed satisfaction that students from 61 schools were\nplaced in 45 organisations across both the public and private sectors during\nNovember and December 2025. The placements enabled participants to gain\npractical experience and a deeper understanding of workplace culture, he\nstated, urging more youth to benefit from the SPP. <\/p><p>Also\npresent at the event, the Chairperson of the HRDC, Mr Bhooyasheel Akshay\nSeedoyal, underlined that the SPP is a key initiative to preparing young\nlearners for the world of work. It bridges the gap between classroom learning\nand practical skills, providing students with valuable exposure to real-life\nprofessional environments. The initiative, he added, reaffirms the HRDC\u2019s\ncommitment to empowering young people with tools they for future success. <\/p><p>HRDC\nSchool Placement Programme <\/p><p>The\nSPP is an initiative of the HRDC, designed to provide Grade 12 students with\nhands-on experience in real work environment during their school holidays. The\nwork-based learning supports the HRDC in bridging the gap between academic\nlearning and the world of work. During their placement, students are supervised\nby a school mentor as well as an enterprise-based mentor. <\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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'>VACANCIES FOR THE POST OF LIBRARY AUXILIARY (formerly LIBRARY ATTENDANT) MUNICIPAL TOWN COUNCIL OF VACOAS\/PHOENIX<\/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 May 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'>Regional Cooperation: Validation workshop focuses on role of green value chains<\/h1><div id='gallery-844' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-844' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-844' 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=3935' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3936' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-844' 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-844' 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>A Validation Workshop on the\ntheme \u201cDeveloping Green Value Chains in Southern Africa in the context of the\nAfrican Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA): A Case Study of Mauritius\u201d was\nheld, today at Le Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel in Port Louis. National\nstakeholders, regional representatives and development partners met to discuss\nstrategies for strengthening climate-resilient and circular economies across\nSouthern Africa.<\/p><p>The workshop was opened by the\nJunior Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International\nTrade, Mr Hambyrajen Narsinghen, in the presence of the Secretary for Foreign\nAffairs, Mr Janmajaising Bissoondoyal, the Chief Executive Officer of the Economic\nDevelopment Board, Mr Abhimanu Kundasamy, and the Director of the Subregional\nOffice for Southern Africa of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa,\nMs Eunice Kamwendo.<\/p><p>In his keynote address, Junior\nMinister Narsinghen described the AfCFTA as the most ambitious economic\nintegration project undertaken by the African Union, with the potential to\ntransform trade and industrial development across the continent. He pointed out\nthat climate change is increasingly affecting trade competitiveness and\nregional value chains through floods, droughts and cyclones that disrupt\ninfrastructure, logistics and production systems.<\/p><p>The Minister stressed that the\ntransition towards circular and green economies should not be viewed solely as\nan environmental agenda, but also as a strategy for competitiveness, resilience\nand sustainable trade. According to him, circular economy approaches can help\nreduce import dependence, address resource inefficiency and strengthen\nresilience against climate-related disruptions by promoting recycling, waste\nvalorisation, sustainable production and localised value chains.<\/p><p>Referring to the report being\nvalidated during the workshop, Mr Narsinghen highlighted that the study\ndemonstrates how circular economy interventions embedded in trade and\nindustrial policies can stabilise supply chains, create employment\nopportunities, support youth and women entrepreneurs, and strengthen compliance\nwith emerging sustainability standards in export markets. He also highlighted\nthe importance of regional collaboration under the AfCFTA framework,\nparticularly through instruments such as the Rules of Origin, the Protocol on\nTrade in Services and the Investment Protocol all geared towards facilitating\nthe development of regional circular infrastructure and cross-border green\nservices.<\/p><p>The Junior Minister further\nnoted that Mauritius was selected as a strategic case study due to its status\nas a small, open and import-dependent island economy facing acute climate and\ntrade vulnerabilities. He recalled that Government has already embarked on a\ncircular economy transition through initiatives such as the Circular Economy\nRoadmap and Action Plan, the Waste Management and Resource Recovery Act, and\nnational waste segregation and circular skills programmes.<\/p><p>The objective of the workshop,\norganised by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa through its\nSubregional Office for Southern Africa, is to validate the findings, sector\npriorities and policy recommendations of the study through multi-stakeholder\nengagement. It also seeks to strengthen regional dialogue among Southern\nAfrican Development Community Member States on the development of green and\ncircular value chains within the AfCFTA framework.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>14 May 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' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>VACANCY FOR THE POST OF SANITARY ATTENDANT (II) (PART TIME) DISTRICT COUNCIL OF RIVIERE 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 May 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'>Call for Applications for Colossal Biosciences Fellowship: Genome Engineer, Avian<\/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>15 May 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'>Ministry of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy & Fisheries (Agro-Industry and Food Security Division) Addendum No. 1<\/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 May 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'>Renal Transplant Unit successfully performs its first kidney transplant surgery<\/h1><div id='gallery-851' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' data-bs-slide-to='9' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' 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=3937' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3938' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3939' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3940' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3941' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3942' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3943' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3944' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3945' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3946' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3947' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-851' 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-851' 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>Mauritius reached a major\nmilestone in healthcare with the successful completion, yesterday, of the first\nkidney transplant surgery at the newly inaugurated Renal Transplant Unit of\nJawaharlal Nehru Hospital in Rose Belle.<\/p><p>The complex procedure was\ncarried out by a team of international specialists in collaboration with local\nsurgeons and medical staff. The visiting\nexperts included Dr Sonal Asthana, Clinical Lead and Multi-Organ Transplant\nSurgeon at the Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru, India, who will lead the surgery,\nalongside Dr Sanju Sobnach and Dr Bernd Strobele, both Multi-Organ Transplant\nSurgeons from Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital, Cape Town.<\/p><p>The foreign specialists are currently in Mauritius for\nseveral days and are also consulting patients in outpatient clinics as part of\npreparations for future transplant procedures.<\/p><p>Present on the occasion, the Minister of Health and\nWellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, commended the excellent work undertaken by the\nteam of specialists supported by local health personnel, highlighting India's\nvital role in providing the state-of-the-art infrastructure. He also recognised\nthe contribution of South African-based Mauritian specialist, Dr Sanju Sobnach,\nand thanked the Indian experts for their continued support.<\/p><p>Mr Bachoo announced that\narrangements are being put in place to ensure that renal transplant surgeries\ncan henceforth be performed locally, reducing the need for patients to travel\nabroad for treatment. He further noted that two visiting Indian oncologists\nrecently carried out 12 surgeries on paediatric patients, reflecting\nGovernment\u2019s commitment to expanding specialised healthcare services in\nMauritius.<\/p><p>As for the High Commissioner of the Republic of India\nto Mauritius, Mr Anurag Srivastava, he expressed immense pride in the\nsuccessful renal transplant performed at the newly inaugurated Renal Transplant\nUnit which, he recalled, obtained support from the Indian Government.<\/p><p>He underlined that India\u2019s support for initiatives\nsuch as the Renal Transplant Unit reflects its commitment to strengthening\nMauritius\u2019 healthcare infrastructure and enhancing the quality of patient care.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 May 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'>Winding Up - Union of Airlines and General Sales Agents Employees<\/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 May 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'>Dissemination workshop highlights need for reforms to advance women\u2019s leadership in Mauritius<\/h1><div id='gallery-853' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='3' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='4' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='5' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='6' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='7' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' data-bs-slide-to='8' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' 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=3948' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3949' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3950' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3951' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3952' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3953' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3954' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3955' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3956' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3957' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-853' 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-853' 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>A dissemination workshop on\nthe findings and policy recommendations of the study titled \u2018The Transition\nof Women to Senior Leadership Positions in Mauritian Institutions: Unravelling\nDisparities and Charting a Course for Equality\u2019 was held, yesterday, at the\nUniversity of Technology, Mauritius (UTM) in Pointe aux Sables.<\/p><p>The workshop was attended by\nthe Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare,\nMrs Marie Arianne Navarre-Marie; the Minister of Public Service and\nAdministrative Reforms, Mr Lutchmanah Raj Pentiah; the Director General of the UTM,\nProf. (Dr.) Hemant B. Chittoo; and other personalities.<\/p><p>Conducted by Senior Lecturer\nat the School of Business, Management and Finance of the UTM, Dr Deepika\nFaugoo, the research was funded by the UTM and carried out in collaboration\nwith the Ministry of Public Service and Administrative Reforms. The study examines\nthe barriers preventing women from accessing senior leadership positions and\nproposes policy measures aimed at fostering equality and unlocking women\u2019s\nleadership potential in Mauritius.<\/p><p>The study points out that structural and systemic\nbarriers interact and reinforce one other, thereby creating a powerful ceiling\nover women\u2019s leadership potential. Examples of the structural barriers\nidentified include inflexible work-life policies\/ lack of flexible working;\nsocietal and cultural norms; patriarchal attitudes, and limited support from\ndecision-makers. Male-dominated toxic work culture, gender bias, sexual\nharassment and glass ceiling effect were cited as systemic barriers.<\/p><p>To address these challenges, the study recommends a\nrange of actions in several specific areas: institutionalise flexible working\nand family-friendly policies; childcare leave policies; executive leadership\ntraining for women; affirmative actions and quotas; top management\naccountability and transparency, and addressing the persistent glass ceiling,\namong others.<\/p><p>In her address for the occasion, the Deputy Prime\nMinister welcomed the study as an important basis for reflection and a starting\npoint of action. \u201cIts findings will contribute to the ongoing national efforts\nto enhance women\u2019s participation in leadership, governance and socio-economic\ndevelopment,\u201d she stated. Mrs Navarre-Marie encouraged all institutions to\nconsider the recommendations of the study not merely as a reading list and\ntheoretical proposals, but as a practical mandate for reforms and concrete actions.<\/p><p>The Deputy Prime Minister emphasised\nthat the country\u2019s future depends on its ability to fully harness the potential\nof all citizens. \u201cWhen women\nrise, institutions become stronger; when women lead, societies become fairer;\nand when equality advances, democracy becomes more than a constitutional\npromise and becomes a lived reality,\u201d she underlined.<\/p><p>For his part, the Minister of Public Service and\nAdministrative Reforms reaffirmed Government\u2019s commitment to promoting equal\nopportunities. He also underscored that public policies must respond to the\nneeds of the population as they have a direct impact on\ncitizens\u2019 lives. Mr Pentiah\nstressed that policy decisions should be evidence-based, as well as reflective\nof the people\u2019s voices.<\/p><p>Accordingly, the Minister mentioned that the Atal\nBihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation includes\nprovisions within its legal framework to establish a research-based\nlaboratory. He cited the example of the forthcoming Public Sector Reform\nBill, for which workshops featuring a well-structured rapporteur mechanism are\nbeing organised to ensure effective information gathering aligned with\nthe requirements of the\npublic service sector.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 May 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, Civil Service<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>India Corner at the Simone de Beauvoir Library to encourage intellectual and cultural enrichment<\/h1><div id='gallery-854' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-854' 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class='visually-hidden'>Next<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><p>The India Corner set up at the Simone de Beauvoir\nLibrary at the Municipal Council of Quatre-Bornes through a joint venture between\nthe Municipal Council of Quatre-Bornes and the High Commission of India to\nMauritius, was inaugurated on 13 May 2026.<br><\/p><p>Several personalities were present at the\nceremony, namely: the Minister of\nAgro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries, Dr Arvin Boolell;\nthe Mayor of the Municipal Council of Quatre-Bornes, Mr Bryan Rudy Kennoo; the\nChief Government Whip, Mrs Marie Genevi\u00e8ve St\u00e9phanie Anquetil; and the Deputy\nHigh Commissioner of India to Mauritius, Mrs Aparna Ganesan. <\/p><p>On the occasion, some 200 books were donated by the\nIndian High Commission to the Simone de Beauvoir Library.<\/p><p>In his address, the Mayor hailed the new India Corner\nas an important milestone in the town library\u2019s ongoing evolution. He reflected\non how the institution continues to serve as a sanctuary of knowledge, where\ngenerations have nurtured their minds and broadened their horizons.<\/p><p>\u201cMany who once occupied these reading sections have gone\non to become distinguished professionals, educators, public servants and respected\nmembers of society, carrying forward the knowledge and values acquired within\nthese walls\u201d, he remarked.<\/p><p>Mr Kennoo further thanked the High\nCommissioner of the Republic of India to Mauritius, Mr Anurag Srivastava, for\nhis valued contribution to the promotion of culture, knowledge and the\nlongstanding friendship between Mauritius and India. <\/p><p>He called the India Corner far more than a book\ncollection, describing it as a bridge between cultures, a window into India\u2019s\nrich heritage, literature, philosophy and history, and a valuable resource for\nstudents, researchers and the public. According to him, the India Corner will undoubtedly\ncontribute to the intellectual and cultural enrichment of the community.<\/p><p>The Mayor also underscored the longstanding\ncollaboration between the Municipal Council of Quatre Bornes and the High\nCommission of India, citing the development of the green space at Gungadur\nLane, which was realised through a grant from the Government of India.<\/p><p>Furthermore, the Mayor elaborated on the longstanding\nbonds between Mauritius and India, and how India has remained a steadfast\npartner in Mauritius\u2019 development through cooperation in education, infrastructure,\nhealthcare, technology and social initiatives.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 May 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: Culture, Education, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>National Combat Sports Games<\/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 May 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'>MESSAGE A L\u2019OCCASION DE LA JOURNEE INTERNATIONALE DE LA FAMILLE 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 May 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'>Enrolment - July\/August 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 May 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, Education, Notices<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>Mauritius to benefit from Korea Customs Service\u2019s expertise to strengthen risk management systems<\/h1><div id='gallery-858' class='carousel slide mb-3' data-bs-ride='carousel'><div class='carousel-indicators'><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-858' data-bs-slide-to='0' class='active' aria-current='true'><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-858' data-bs-slide-to='1' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-858' data-bs-slide-to='2' ><\/button><button type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-858' 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=3973' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3974' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3975' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><div class='carousel-item '><img src='https:\/\/gisnews.govmu.org\/GalleryFile\/Images?pictureId=3976' class='d-block w-100' alt='Gallery Image'><\/div><\/div><button class='carousel-control-prev' type='button' data-bs-target='#gallery-858' 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-858' 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>The collaboration between Mauritius and the Korea Customs Service to strengthen risk management\nsystems and integrating advanced technologies for monitoring parcels entering the\ncountry due to the rise of e-commerce was at the fore of discussions\nduring a meeting held today in Port Louis between the Junior Minister of\nFinance, Mr Dhaneshwar Damry, and a\ndelegation from the Korea Customs Service.<\/p><p>The Korean delegation\nwas accompanied by the Director General of the Mauritius Revenue Authority\n(MRA), Rohit Ramnawaz.<\/p><p>In a statement\nfollowing the meeting, Junior Minister Damry highlighted that Government\u2019s vision\nis to digitalise services to improve effectiveness and efficiency, while\nmanaging the growing risks linked to drug trafficking and illicit products. <\/p><p>He pointed out\nthat between 4,000 to 5,000 parcels transit through Mauritian territory every\nday, thus posing a major challenge for MRA\u2019s Customs division in detecting\ndrugs and illicit products. He also seized the opportunity to commend the\nwork already undertaken by the MRA in combating illicit trafficking and risk\nmanagement, as evidenced by the major seizures regularly carried out by Customs\nOfficials at the airport and the port.<\/p><p>As for Mr\nRamnawaz, he emphasised the need to anticipate new forms of crime linked to the\nincrease in online shopping and parcel volumes. He observed that the MRA is\nalready working on advanced scanning systems to more effectively detect drugs,\nweapons and other illicit products. <\/p><p>The\ncollaboration with the Korea Customs Service will enable Mauritian authorities\nto take proactive measures to address the issue of drug and illicit products\ntrafficking linked to online shopping and the increase in parcels volume\nentering the country.<\/p><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; text-align: justify; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;><strong>15 May 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: Commerce, Trade, Drugs, Bilateral cooperation<\/p><a href='index.php' class='back-button'>Back<\/a><\/div><div class='container'><h1 class='title'>CAMBRIDGE MAY\/JUNE 2026 EXAMINATION MATHEMATICS LEAKAGE PAPERS 9709\/12, 9709\/52<\/h1><div class='description'><p style='text-align: justify;'><\/p><p style='margin-top: 30px; 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The initiative also seeks to encourage more students to pursue careers\nin aviation and related sectors.<\/p><p>The Director of the RGSC, Dr Aman Kumar Maulloo; the President of the\nInstitution of Engineers Mauritius, Mr Chandansing Chutoori; and other\npersonalities were present on the occasion.<\/p><p>The competition was divided into two categories: Category 1 for Grade 10\nstudents and Category 2 for Grade 12 students. Participants competed in teams\nof four under the supervision of a teacher. During the finals, each team was\nrequired to present and fly its model glider, with three attempts allowed per\nteam. Awards were based on the maximum flight range achieved.<\/p><p>The preliminary evaluation sessions were held on 08 and 09 April 2026 at\nthe RGSC. The preparatory phase included workshops conducted in March to train\nparticipants in the design, construction, and flight testing of model gliders.\nSome 95 teams from over 70 secondary schools registered for the competition out\nof which 44 teams qualified for the finals. The winners are as follows: <\/p><p>Winners \u2013 Category 1 (Grade 10)<\/p>\n\nCaptain\n Richard Twomey\u2019s First Prize of Rs 10,000 and Shield: Shrimati Indira\n Gandhi State Secondary SchoolSecond\n Prize of Rs 6,000 and Shield: Mahatma Gandhi Secondary School Nouvelle\n FranceThird\n Prize of Rs 4,000 and Shield: St Esprit College\n\n<p>Winners \u2013 Category 2 (Grade 12)<\/p>\n\nCaptain\n Richard Twomey\u2019s First Prize of Rs 10,000 and Shield: Frank Richard State\n Secondary SchoolSecond\n Prize of Rs 6,000 and Shield: London CollegeThird\n Prize of Rs 4,000 and Shield: Bikramsingh Ramlallah State Secondary School\n\n<p>Certificates of Participation were awarded to all teams that submitted\ntheir logbooks together with their model gliders during the preliminary stage.<\/p><p>In a statement, Dr Maulloo highlighted that the competition has\nempowered more than 5,000 secondary school students across Mauritius in the\nfield of model glider construction over the past decade. He recalled that the\ninitiative was launched in 2016 through a collaboration between RGSC and one of\nthe founding members of AeSM, Captain Richard Twomey, who enjoyed a long and\ndistinguished career as a Royal Air Force pilot and a commercial aviation pilot\nfor more than 30 years.<\/p><p>He praised the enthusiasm and dedication shown by the students, along\nwith the valuable support provided by teachers and school rectors in\nencouraging participation. He also underlined the broad range of opportunities\navailable in the aviation and aeronautics sectors, urging young people to\ncultivate a strong interest in these promising fields.<\/p><p>Mr Chatoori, for his part, elaborated on the knowledge and hands-on\nexperience students acquire through the design and construction of model\ngliders, noting that the activity involves significant creativity. 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