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Mauritius Deploys Sterile Mosquitoes to Combat Chikungunya Outbreak
Precision Vaccinations
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(Vax-Before-Travel News)The Republic of Mauritius today announced its adoption of an innovative strategy to combat mosquito-borne diseases through the implementation of the Sterile Insect Technique. This method involves releasing sterilised male...
Darshan Denied: Mauritius, Memory, and the Gods in Imperial Custody
Mauritius Times
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July 18, 2025
By Shyam Bhatia In a softly lit hall of the British Museum, incense floats in the air, Sanskrit chants echo in the background, and visitors are invited to experience darshan–the sacred act of seeing and being seen by the divine. The new...
AfDB approves over $250m for devt projects in Mozambique, Rwanda, and Mauritius
Business Hallmark
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July 18, 2025
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced the approval of major development initiatives across Africa, including a $17 million grant to support recovery efforts in conflict-affected northern Mozambique, €173.84 million to boost Rwanda’s...
Superyacht industry interest fuels Durban’s blue economy ambitions
IOL
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Durban has taken a step toward positioning itself as Africa’s leading superyacht destination, following a site visit by Italy’s Navigo International, organisers of the global Yachting Aftersales and Refit Experience (YARE). The delegation spent...
A Work of Art
Mauritius Times
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July 18, 2025
Mauritius Times – 70 Years By A. I. Cassimally The “Album des Monuments Historiques de l’île Maurice” has appeared a few weeks ago. Compiled by Mr Pierre de Sornay, Officier de la Legion d’Honneur, Commandeur du Merite Agricole, no doubt the Album...
Archaeologists Claim They Found 1721 Shipwreck Carrying $138 Million in Treasure
Breitbart
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July 18, 2025
Two American archaeologists claim they have found the resting place of a Portuguese ship from 1721 that was carrying $138 million in treasure near the Madagascar coast. When the ship, known as the Nossa Senhora do Cabo, embarked from India with a...
The Murky Waters of Reward Money
Mauritius Times
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July 18, 2025
Editorial A storm is brewing within the Mauritius Police Force, one that threatens to erode public trust and undermine the very institutions charged with upholding law and order. Recent parliamentary questions and unfolding investigations by the...
Manitoba deserves a voice on international students
Brandon Sun
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July 19, 2025
Opinion It has been noticeable for several years now — decades even — but our city has a significant and growing population of immigrants and refugees. They come from all over the world, including Nigeria and other parts of Africa, Central and...
SICOM Group: A Year of Stellar Performance and Unwavering Commitment
Mauritius Times
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July 18, 2025
Corporate The State Insurance Company of Mauritius Ltd (SICOM) Group this week announced a stellar financial performance for the year ended June 30, 2024, demonstrating robust growth, significantly enhanced investment returns, and the...
This Minister Eats Parathas For Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Can ‘Oily’ Delicacy Reduce Life Span?
News18
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July 12, 2025
Last Updated:July 12, 2025, 12:59 IST Delhi minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa revealed just he loves parathas so much that he eats them for every meal of the day. Delhi minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said he prefers homemade parathas. (Representative...
President Samia to launch Development Vision 2050 on July 17
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. President Samia Suluhu Hassan is expected to officially launch the Development Vision 2050 on July 17 at the Jakaya Kikwete Hall in Dodoma. The launch marks the culmination of a comprehensive and participatory process that was...
Payment Automation Hacks: Best Practices to Streamline & Scale Your AP Processes
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Mauritius clinch bronze in Team Relay at 2025 Africa AirBadminton Championships
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July 7, 2025
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Latest News | ZEE Entertainment Shareholders Reject Proposal to Raise Rs 2,237.44 Crore from Promoter Entities
Latestly
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July 11, 2025
New Delhi, Jul 11 (PTI) Shareholders of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd have rejected a proposal to raise Rs 2,237.44 crore from promoter group entities, which would have led to an increase in promoter shareholding to 18.4 per cent, according to...
Explained: All 27 of UAE's comprehensive trade deals
The National News
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The UAE has concluded 27 Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements following the signing of a trade deal with Azerbaijan on Wednesday. Ten of these deals – with India, Indonesia, Israel, Turkey, Cambodia, Georgia, Costa Rica, Mauritius, Serbia...
The Minister Of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration And International Trade Of Republic Of Mauritius To Visit Japan
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- African Press Organization) TOKYO, Japan, July 10, 2025/APO Group/ -- Hon. Dhananjay Ramful, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Republic of Mauritius will pay a visit to Japan from July 13 to 16....
Trade agreements struck earlier have taught India how to raise its game
Mint
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July 6, 2025
India’s trade policy is undergoing a significant transformation. Free trade agreements (FTAs) are increasingly being leveraged as a tool to boost exports, attract foreign investment and improve industrial competitiveness. For decades, India had...
“The Ombudsman must be free from political influence
Mauritius Times
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July 18, 2025
Interview: Harry Ganoo, Ombudsman * ‘The Ombudsman’s credibility and effectiveness hinge on investigations being conducted objectively, fairly, and free from external pressure’ In the complex machinery of government, where power is vested and...
Who Guards the Reward Money?
Mauritius Times
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July 18, 2025
“Confidentiality need not come at the cost of accountability” Qs & As By Lex The recent revelations surrounding the alleged misappropriation of reward money by members of the Mauritian police force have raised serious questions about transparency,...
World News | PM Modi Delivers 17 Addresses in Foreign Parliaments, Equals Combined Total of All Congress PMs
Latestly
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July 10, 2025
Windhoek [Namibia], July 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday received a standing ovation and non-stop applause from lawmakers after his address at the Parliament of Namibia. This marked PM Modi's 17th address in a foreign nation's...