Indulge in luxury all-inclusive escapes at Riu Turquoise and Riu Palace Mauritius

Rooms have a tasteful Miami-on-the-Indian-Ocean vibe, with palm prints, lagoon colours, and big windows to soak in the sea views and west coast sunsets. If you’re inclined to be active, the ocean beckons to guests of all ages. Snorkelling,...

Africa's least visited country that's also the only Spanish-speaking on the continent

Africa is home to many wonderful and breathtaking countries. Some of tourists’ favourites include South Africa, Mauritius, Madagascar, Morocco and Egypt. But there are some nations on the world’s second largest continent that are often overlooked...

Mauritius Leads, Zimbabwe Trails in Africa’s 2025 Economic Freedom Ranking

Mauritius remains Africa’s most “economically free” country, according to the “Economic Freedom of the World 2025” report released on September 25, 2025, by the Fraser Institute, a Canadian think tank. The report assesses the state of economic...

Petredec to divest Petredec (Mauritius) to STC

Petredec Onshore Pte. Ltd. has signed an agreement to divest 100% of the shares in Petredec (Mauritius) Ltd (PML) to the State Trading Corp. (STC) of Mauritius, subject to customary completion steps. The transaction marks an important milestone...

India’s ED trains Mauritius on fighting financial crimes

More News 01 Oct 2025 | 12:13 AMNew Delhi, Sep 30 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) today attacked the Centre, alleging a complete breakdown of law and order in the national capital. see more.. 01 Oct 2025 | 12:09 AMNew Delhi, Sep 30 (UNI) Shirish...

Andersen Consulting Expands Capabilities in Mauritius and Seychelles

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 30, 2025-- Andersen Consulting bolsters its capabilities with the addition of collaborating firm Perigeum Capital Ltd, a leading corporate finance advisory firm headquartered in Mauritius with an office in...

After nine years at the top, Casablanca Finance City yields African leadership to Mauritius amid FinTech surge

For the first time in nearly a decade, Casablanca Finance City no longer holds the title of Africa’s leading financial hub. The latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI), published in its 38th edition, places Mauritius International Financial...

CJI BR Gavai Says Supreme Court Ruling On Demolitions Affirms Rule Of Law And Safeguards Fundamental Right To Shelter

Port Louis: The Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai on Friday said that the Supreme Court's ruling that held that demolition of homes of accused persons by the State authorities violates the rule of law and infringes upon the fundamental right...

Nuclear Science Delivers Disease-Resistant Cauliflower in Mauritius

Nuclear scientists have developed a new cauliflower variety resistant to the destructive Black Rot disease, to help reduce pesticide use and boost food security in Mauritius. The IAEA, through the Joint FAO/IAEA Centre of Nuclear Techniques in...

Ma. Subramanian meets Minister from Mauritius

Health Minister Ma. Subramanian with Hambyrajen Narsinghen, Junior Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration, and International Trade, Republic of Mauritius. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Health Minister Ma. Subramanian on...

Mauritius Times ePaper Friday 26 September 2025

* Read More… Become a Subscriber Mauritius Times ePaper Friday 26 September 2025 An Appeal Dear Reader 65 years ago Mauritius Times was founded with a resolve to fight for justice and fairness and the advancement of the public good. It has never...

Mauritius picks IMF economist Thakoor as new central bank governor

Mauritius said on Thursday longstanding International Monetary Fund (IMF) economist Priscilla Muthoora Thakoor will be its new central bank governor, after the previous governor was asked to step down following divisions at the bank. Thakoor's...

Mauritius President Names Thakoor as Central Bank Governor

(Bloomberg) -- The Mauritian government appointed a new governor and second deputy of the central bank, changes that are aimed at bringing an end to months of internal wrangling at the institution. Priscilla Muthoora Thakoor will begin a...

World News | Indian Legal System is Governed by Rule of Law Not of Bulldozer: CJI BR Gavai

Port Louis [Mauritius], October 4 (ANI): The Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai on Friday said that the Supreme Court's ruling that held that demolition of homes of accused persons by the State authorities violates the rule of law and infringes...

The gorgeous African island country 'better than the Maldives' that’s 27C in October

Africa has plenty of beautiful islands for those travellers looking for a unique sense of remoteness and natural beauty. Some of the most famous include the Seychelles, Zanzibar, Madagascar and Cape Verde to name but a few.But perhaps the most...

Mauritius President Names Thakoor as New Central Bank Governor

(Bloomberg) -- The Mauritian government appointed a new governor and second deputy governor of the central bank, changes that are aimed at bringing an end to months of internal wrangling at the institution. Priscilla Muthoora Thakoor will begin a...

Mauritius to Host 2nd International Musculoskeletal Summit (IMS 2.0...

New Delhi: Mauritius is set to become a global hub for musculoskeletal medicine and sports injury management as it hosts the 2nd International Musculoskeletal Summit (IMS 2.0) from September 26–28, 2025, at Hotel Hennessy Park, Ebene. Organized by...

Mauritius picks longstanding IMF economist as its new central bank governor

I stayed at TUI’s Riu Palace in Mauritius — a true ‘inside outside’ hotel

Not a bad view to wake up to (Picture: Riu Hotels & Resorts) Metro Checks In to the Riu Palace, a beachside hotel in the shadow of Mauritius’ most famous peak. Mauritius is exactly how you picture a tropical island to be: turquoise waters, lush...

Cissé names 27-man squad for Cape Verde and Mauritius World Cup qualifiers

Senegalese coach Aliou Cissé has announced a 27-player squad for Libya’s upcoming World Cup 2026 qualifiers against Cape Verde and Mauritius. The squad largely mirrors the one that secured back-to-back victories last time out – a 1-0 win away to...