Voici la Une de News on Sunday de ce Vendredi 05 Juillet 2019

Public service woes

Facilitation Bills: Magical solution?

The Prime Minister in his last Budget announced the future introduction of a People Facilitation Bill to eliminate red tape in the public sector in a bid to improve citizens’ lives. He also mentioned the enactment of a new Business Facilitation Bill, to further improve the investment climate. But what are the main bureaucratic ills that affect the general public?

Jeremie de Fombelle: “There is a world of opportunities in the hotel sector”

The tourism sector is at low tides and is being criticised mostly from a negative perspective. Amidst all the adversity, we should be proud that our country has been awarded with international recognition. For instance, LUX* Le Morne has has bagged two awards. The General Manager of LUX* Le Morne, Jeremie de Fombelle, highlights the recent achievements of the hotel. He also elaborates on the health of this sector.

Ageing nation to bolster new avenues and jobs

Debates on ageing population have been on the table since long. The consequences are being pointed at. However, one aspect being ignored is that this demographic shift has the potential to create a wave of new fields and opportunities for workers of all ages. Experts around the world have clearly stated that the ageing population is the main driver of jobs and careers in the future.

Hansley Noruthun

Mauritian bioscientist features on Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 2019

A proud moment for Mauritius. One of our young men forms part of the Forbes Africa 30 under 30 2019 and as one of the new Emerging Space Leaders (ESL) in the world by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) for 2019. Hansley Noruthun, a bioscientist, is a well-known figure in Mauritius as well as internationally. News On Sunday conversed with this young man after his nomination.

Shoulder Surgery

New sub-specialty for curing a plethora of conditions

A new sub-speciality in Orthopaedics Speciality, shoulder surgery is a treatment option for many common problems, particularly those that fail to respond to conservative (non-surgical) therapy. Dr Daren Lim Fat, Orthopedic and Shoulder Arthroscopy Surgeon who has recently joined Clinique Darné and offering services such as Shoulder Surgery Service, points out that in the case of surgery, what types of shoulder surgery there are and how to prevent further problems following surgery.

Jon Rabaud

A budding Mauritian filmmaker

Aged only 29, he has already directed over half a dozen short films and a TV series. Jon Rabaud, Mauritian film director and producer, has been selected among 12 international filmmakers from around the world for the 2019 American Film Showcase Documentary Workshop. He shares with us his pathway and his views on the local film making industry.