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The wave of racism in Europe: What does it mean for Mauritius?
“Europe is the continent of white people and it should remain that way,” a German Neo Nazi who won a seat on the European Parliament proclaimed this week. He will not be the new parliament’s only xenophobe, as many extreme right-wing parties triumphed in the EU elections that ended on Sunday. How will the European racism wave affect Mauritius? Will Mauritians still be able to work, study and do business with Fortress Europe? And will the new parliament be at all interested in helping Mauritius develop?
INTERVIEW
Shakeel Mohamed: Aurore Perraud’s comment is ill-conceived, wrongly-inspired and despicable”
The minister of labour, Shakeel Mohamed, has been in the limelight recently for apparently attacking the minister of finance over the Youth Employment Programme. Weekly speaks to him to shed some light on the issue which he does so in an outspoken manner. We take the opportunity to talk about the unemployment situation and the political scene in general.
HEALTH
Electronic Cigarettes: To legalise or not to legalise?
Smoking statistics in Mauritius make for depressing reading. World No-Tobacco Day on Saturday will prove to be yet another exercise in self-flagellation over Mauritius’ inability to kick the habit. Is it time to take another look at the ban on electronic cigarettes? Weekly asks cardiologists where they stand on the issue.
THIS IS MAURITIUS
Poverty tourism: “I want a selfie with a starving kid”
Poverty tourists (“poorists), meaning wealthy travellers who want to witness poverty when on holiday, is a thriving travel trend. Although Mauritius is not their first choice, poorists do find their way here. And they are disappointed with the lack of starving children in Mauritius…
EDUCATION
A career in diplomacy : Getting in and around
A career in diplomacy usually finds its inception in the study of politics and/or international relations. But an atypical route can also help enter the select group of diplomats. Out of the box reasoning and a practical approach to problem solving also weigh in the balance, as do other criteria. Weekly speaks to the right people to give you an insight into this career.
WHAT’S ON
The switch to open-source: End of XP?
Microsoft announced that it has ceased providing support services for its hugely popular XP operating system. What happens to those not wanting to switch? Are companies and individuals facing the same problem? And how is this episode underscoring the shift towards open-source software?
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