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India's INS Sutlej arrives in Mauritius to undertake 18th Joint Hydrographic Survey
INS Sutlej, a specialised hydrographic survey vessel of the Indian Navy arrived at Port Louis to undertake 18th Joint Hydrographic Survey at Mauritius on September 29. This mission is being conducted under the framework of long-standing bilateral...

Opuwo Youth Choir wins two medals at Mauritius choir games
The Opuwo Youth Choir has won two medals at the African Asia Pacific Choir Games in Mauritius. Sponsored by the Lindholm Charity Organisation, the youth choir secured a gold medal in the open competition category and a silver medal in the Grand...
SADC workshop warns of health risks from climate shocks
Moses Magadza Participants at a capacity-building workshop underway in Johannesburg have warned that worsening climate shocks are undermining healthcare systems across Southern Africa, with women, adolescents, and vulnerable groups bearing the...

White beaches, azure waters, swaying palms: Mauritius makes perfect getaway to unwind, detox
Hyderabad: During the festive holiday season, there are so many beautiful places to go to, but perhaps the easiest country to visit, with a hassle-free visa on arrival, is Mauritius. One of the top island destinations in the world, Mauritius,...

INS Sutlej arrives in Mauritius for 18th Joint Hydrographic Survey
Port Louis [Mauritius], October 2 (ANI): INS Sutlej, a specialised hydrographic survey vessel of the Indian Navy, arrived at Port Louis on September 29 to undertake the 18th Joint Hydrographic Survey at Mauritius, the Ministry of Defence stated on...

World News | INS Sutlej Arrives in Mauritius for 18th Joint Hydrographic Survey
Port Louis [Mauritius], October 2 (ANI): INS Sutlej, a specialised hydrographic survey vessel of the Indian Navy, arrived at Port Louis on September 29 to undertake the 18th Joint Hydrographic Survey at Mauritius, the Ministry of Defence stated on...

Why Space Technology Matters for Africa’s Sustainable Future
By Kwaku Sumah As Ghana prepares to host the maiden Ghana Space Conference 2025 in Accra this October, one may ask themselves, why should a developing country like Ghana invest time, energy, and resources into space science and technology? The...

Call for stronger action as climate change threatens SRHR services
Call for stronger action as climate change threatens SRHR services Participants at a capacity-building workshop underway in Johannesburg have warned that worsening climate shocks are undermining healthcare systems across southern Africa, with...

NEW: Call for stronger action as climate change threatens SRHR services
Moses Magadza in JOHANNESBURG, South Africa PARTICIPANTS at a capacity-building workshop underway here have warned that worsening climate shocks are undermining healthcare systems across Southern Africa, with women, adolescents and vulnerable...

Why Space Technology Matters for Ghana’s Sustainable Future
As Ghana prepares to host the maiden Ghana Space Conference 2025 in Accra this October, one may ask themselves, why should a developing country like Ghana invest time, energy, and resources into space science and technology? The answer lies not 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...

‘Viksit Bharat Run’ held in Guyana to spread message of peace and sustainability
Georgetown, Sep 29: The Indian High Commission and Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Guyana organised the Viksit Bharat Run in Georgetown as part of ‘Seva Parv’ observance from September 17 to October 2, promoting the message of service to the...

B Lab Africa Summit urges businesses to ‘act for good’
Africa’s ability to achieve inclusive economic development amid climate change, fragmented trade and a rapidly growing population will depend on decisive action in agriculture, water, education, technology and data, trade and finance, and...

YCP strengthens Asian and international footprint through Renoir Consulting deal
YCP has made a major move to strengthen its management consulting capabilities with the acquisition of Renoir Consulting, a Singapore-headquartered consultancy with around 350 professionals across multiple locations worldwide. Established in 1994,...

Four Seasons' Complete Guide to New Openings, Renovations, and Journeys
Four Seasons sets the stage for 2026 with new openings, transformations and curated journeys by sea and sky. From Cartagena to Hanoi, Gstaad to Madinah, each destination invites discovery, carrying forward the company’s heritage of service...

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...

£2.1bn revenue Princes Group to IPO in London
RetailDealsRetail group Princes Group is to float on the London Stock Exchange. The £2.1 billion revenue food and drinks firm includes the brands Princes, Napolina, Branston, Batchelors, Flora, Crisp ‘N Dry, Delverde, Naked Noodle and Vier...
Princes eyes £1.5bn London listing as Branston and Napolina owner...
Princes Group, the food manufacturer behind store-cupboard staples including Branston, Napolina, Batchelors, Flora, and Crisp ‘N Dry, has announced plans for a London stock market float that would value the company at around £1.5 billion. The...

Total lack of safety culture laid bare in Wakashio disaster
Mauritius has finally published the long-suppressed Court of Investigation report into the 2020 grounding of the Wakashio. The findings are damning — exposing what investigators call a “total lack of safety culture on board the Wakashio,” a...

The top beaches to visit in Mauritius in 2025
These beaches offer a unique blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and unforgettable experiences. The beaches are not only stunning but also diverse. Photos supplied. Advertorial BUSINESS NEWS - Mauritius, often referred to as the jewel of the...