By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Defimedia
India’s High Commissioner to Mauritius, Anurag Srivastava, announced that Mauritians of Indian origin will be able to apply for an Overseas Citizen of India card up to the seventh generation. The extension notably grants access to a lifetime visa for India and was announced during a commemoration of the arrival of indentured labourers on 2 November, according to Defi Media.
A Mauritian Assistant Commissioner of Police has been reported to the Financial Crimes Commission over alleged corruption and abuse of office. He is accused in particular of using police vehicles and staff for personal purposes, while a preliminary inquiry will determine possible next steps, Defi Media reports.
🇲🇺 Mauritius · Source: Defimedia ·
At the All Saints’ Day mass held on 1 November in Pamplemousses, Father Jocelyn Grégoire denounced drugs, corruption and divisions in Mauritius. His homily also called for dialogue and hope, Defi Media reports.
🇲🇺 Mauritius · Source: Defimedia ·
Residents of Nouvelle-Découverte, Mauritius, mobilised on 30 October to demand fairer access to water, despite every-other-day distribution measures. They notably want water tankers and connection to the Eau-Bouillie network, reports Defi Media.
🇲🇺 Mauritius · Source: Defimedia ·
Mohammed Hosenbux and Khadijah Hosenbux have submitted 50 proposals to regulate political financing, allow Mauritians abroad to vote and speed up electoral disputes. Their Elections Bill would replace the Representation of the People Act and reorganise the electoral commission, according to Defi Media.
🇲🇺 Mauritius · Source: Defimedia ·
Mauritian economist forecasts inflation of up to 5.6% in 2026Mauritian economist Ishvind Caleechurn estimates that inflation in Mauritius could reach 5.6% in 2026, above official forecasts close to 5%. He links the risk to the depreciation of the rupee, import costs and high oil prices, in an interview with Defi Media.
TotalEnergies launches digital payments at 130 Tanzanian stationsTotalEnergies Marketing Tanzania is launching a digital payment system that can be used at its 130 service stations across the country to pay for fuel, gas and automotive services. Customers will be able to track transactions through the TotalEnergies Mobility app, a system described as useful for visitors expected during AFCON, according to the company’s legal and relations director, Getrude Mpangile.The week in Africa
Be the first to get our letter in English: the essentials from every region of the continent, free.