Voici la Une de News On Sunday de ce vendredi 03 août 2018

Women in Research and Ph.D:

A Tilted Gender Balance

The recent gender statistics demonstrate that the gender gap still prevails. An investigation foregrounded an important facet:  Our traditions and mindset restrain women from delving into research due to societal norms and some values that are outdated. In this context, having women refraining from research studies is an impediment for our society and our advocates, a few Ph.D holders, share their views and indicate that we need to create the necessary logistics to encourage women’s research.

Salon de l’Automobile:

An Explosion of New Brands at Interesting Prices

Still planning for the weekend? You don’t have a plan? Why don’t you come with family at the Salon de l’Automobile (Motor Show) at SVICC, Pailles, on this 3rd, 4th and 5th August? Events Plus, in collaboration with the Défi Media Group, Défi Moteurs and Radio Plus, is organising its third edition of Salon de l’Automobile. The previous editions have made happy owners of brand new cars; this year, it can be you.

Graeme Robertson: “The existing commercial ties between Mauritius and Australia are not ideal”

The Australian Chamber of Commerce was officially inaugurated this July. Graeme Robertson has been appointed as the first president of the Chamber. In this interview, he provides an insight about the Australian Chamber of Commerce and how this newly set institution will reinforce the relationship between Mauritius and Australia.

Professor Yashwant Ramma: “The Field of Science leads to Knowledge Construction”

Acceleration, forces of gravity or velocity, these terms are much familiar to students studying physics at Grade 9 level. Physics is one of the most interesting science fields, yet students show some hesitancy to study this subject. In an era of technology, why is science losing momentum among students? Professor Yashwant Ramma, a well known figure in this field, talks about this issue and how can we promote science in Mauritius.

Invest in Africa

African Economic Zones Luring Mauritian Entrepreneurs

Emerging countries in Africa are standing out from the crowd. While Mauritius maintains its first position in Africa in various rankings, our African neighbours are also improving, partly thanks to the success of regional cooperation. The development of African special economic zones heralds a new dawn for Mauritian entrepreneurs.

National Youth Parliament:

An Impressive First Experience as MPs

The launching of the National Youth Parliament took place on Thursday 2nd August in the Chamber of the National Assembly. This very first edition saw the participation of 82 youngsters who had the opportunity to discuss issues of national as well as international relevance. News on Sunday attended this event with the purpose of making our readers live through those exciting moments.