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Knowledge Centre of Excellence

A Boost for Education and Economy

For the Mauritian economy to prosper, the country needs to shift from traditional sectors to new emerging ones so as to be able to meet international economic demands. Strengthening the position of Mauritius as a Knowledge Centre of Excellence has become a must. Experts in the field provide an intensive analysis of where we stand, and how we should consolidate our position by overcoming the challenges. 

Real Estate Development Schemes

Discriminatory Measures, Uneven Playing Field?

During the first quarter of this year, the real estate sector received foreign investments to the tune of Rs 2.5 billion, out of which about 2.2 billion went to IRS / RES / PDS / Smart Cities projects. On the other hand, the financial services sector received Rs 3.4 billion, one of the rare occasions that the real estate sector takes the second position. Is this sector going downwards?

Dr Raj Chintaram: “We are under constant threat of cybercrime”

On the occasion of International Youth Day, The Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) is organising a Pan-African Youth Forum on Internet Governance. The Chairperson of ECOSOCC, Infrastructure & Energy Cluster Committee, Dr Raj Chintaram, elaborates on this theme and how Mauritius can benefit from it. He clearly specifies that Mauritius is at the risk of cybercrime.

Rasta Chic: Stylish Wood Furniture Brought to Life through Passion

He left his job and turned his passion into his livelihood. Alberto Francois, a self-made entrepreneur, launched his company Rasta Chic in 2015, which is specialised in wood furniture. The wood sculptor shares with us his story.

Metro Express Project

Significant Transformation Ahead

Launched since September 2017, the infrastructural works for the Metro Express project are progressing on several sites along the Metro alignment between Port Louis and Rose Hill. Indeed the works, under Larsen & Toubro’s operations, is taking shape. News on Sunday provides an insight into the several stages tackled so far.

International Youth Day

Young People Facing Multiple Challenges

“The hopes of the world rest on young people. Peace, economic dynamism, social justice, tolerance — all this and more, today and tomorrow, depends on tapping into the power of youth,” says the UN Secretary-General António Guterres.