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Mauritius Pension Reform: Means Test Frozen
In a significant policy reversal, the Mauritian government has decided to freeze the so-called 'means test' that was set to determine eligib…
Trump Threatens to Abandon NATO Allies
Donald Trump has once again rattled the foundations of the Western military alliance, threatening to withhold US support from NATO member st…
Call to Restore Universal Pension in Mauritius
Political figure Deepak Benydin has added his voice to growing calls for the restoration of Mauritius's universal basic pension, a benefit t…
Chagos Deal: Starmer Exit Won't Affect Deal
As political turbulence continues to surround the long-awaited Chagos Islands sovereignty deal, legal expert Gavin Glover has moved to reass…
Licence Plate Fee May Face Legal Challenge
A new government levy on vehicle registration plates is facing potential legal opposition, with activist Salim Muthy announcing he is consid…
Andy Burnham Steps Closer to UK PM Role
Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester and one of the Labour Party's most recognisable figures, has taken a significant step toward a…
PM 'Badly Advised' by Inner Circle, Sources Say
A political storm is brewing in Mauritius after sources close to the government alleged that the Prime Minister was deliberately misled by a…
Pension Reform: Freezing Means Test Not Enough
Labour Party MP Dave Kissoondoyal has spoken out against the government's decision to freeze the 'Means Testing' mechanism applied to Maurit…
Duval Urges Gov't to Scrap Pension Reforms
During the ongoing budget debates in the National Assembly, opposition Member of Parliament Adrien Duval made a forceful appeal to the gover…
Means Testing Frozen: PM Listens to the People
The Mauritian government's decision to freeze the controversial 'Means Testing' policy has been met with praise from Alliance Lepep MP Kusha…
Bérenger calls for Finance Minister to resign
Opposition MP Joanna Bérenger has called for the resignation of Mauritius's Finance Minister following the government's decision to freeze i…
Bodha Demands Pension Report Be Made Public
Nando Bodha, a prominent opposition figure in Mauritius, has publicly demanded the immediate publication of a technical committee report on …
Iran and US Agree on 60-Day Nuclear Deal Roadmap
In a significant diplomatic development, Iran and the United States have agreed on a preliminary roadmap aimed at reaching a comprehensive n…
Oil Deal: Ministers' Messages Under Scrutiny
A fuel supply contract awarded to Mercantile & Maritime Group has placed three prominent figures — former Finance Minister Renganaden Padaya…
Damry: 'Time to Roll Up Our Sleeves'
In a candid interview with Le Défi Media, Dhaneshwar Damry delivered a clear-eyed message to fellow Mauritians: the time for talk is over, a…
Budget 2026-2027: The Execution Challenge
Every budget season in Mauritius follows a familiar rhythm: bold promises, sweeping announcements, and a wave of public optimism. But as the…
Budget 2026/27: Bold Bridge or Hollow Frame?
As Mauritius prepares for its 2026/27 national budget, a familiar debate is resurfacing in economic and political circles: is the government…
STC Oil Deal: Padayachy Denies WhatsApp Links
Former Finance Minister Renganaden Padayachy has firmly denied any meaningful communication with Kareena Neisius, a central figure in the co…
Mauritius Budget: Key Annex Measures
Every national budget carries its headline numbers — tax rates, deficit targets, social transfers — but it is often the annexes that contain…
Budget 2026-27: How the New State Age Pension Works
The Mauritian government's Budget 2026-2027 is set to bring significant changes to the State Age Pension (SAP), the universal monthly paymen…
Bérenger slams Budget 2026/27 as 'deceptive'
Opposition veteran and Mouvement Militant Mauricien (MMM) leader Paul Bérenger has fired back at the government's 2026/27 Budget presentatio…
Budget 2026: MPs Must Wait Until 65 for Pension
In a significant shift for Mauritius's political class, the 2026–2027 Budget has introduced a new rule requiring members of parliament to wa…
Mauritius Budget 2026-2027: The Big Debate
With the 2026-2027 national budget on the horizon, Mauritius is entering a period of intense political and economic debate. Stakeholders acr…
Budget 2026: Presidential Pensions Now Taxable
In a significant shift in fiscal policy, Mauritius's 2026–2027 Budget has made the pensions of the President and former Presidents subject t…
Frequently Asked Questions
What political system does Mauritius use?−
Mauritius is a parliamentary republic with a Westminster-style system. The National Assembly has 70 members elected every five years. The Prime Minister holds executive power, while the President is head of state with a largely ceremonial role.
When are the next Mauritius general elections?−
General elections in Mauritius are held every five years. The last election was in November 2024. The next is expected in 2029, unless the National Assembly is dissolved early by the Prime Minister.
What are the main political parties in Mauritius?−
The main political parties include the Labour Party, the Militant Socialist Movement (MSM), the Mauritius Militant Movement (MMM), and the Alliance parties that contest elections as coalitions. Politics often centres on economic policy, social welfare, and relations with India, France, and China.
Where does the Mauritius National Assembly sit?−
The National Assembly of Mauritius meets at the Municipal Theatre in Port Louis, which has served as the parliamentary building since independence in 1968.