COVER STORY

The meeting of three ministers: Contradictions in the story

The midnight meeting of three ministers questioning two foreign businessmen about alleged corruption involving figures associated with the previous regime raises some disturbing questions. The government’s explanations have only added to the confusion, so what are the holes in their story?

NATIONAL DAY FEATURE

How has Mauritius performed without a British administration?

Many young Mauritians, regardless of their social background, age or sex, wonder why we sought independence and whether we would have been better off under a British administration. But how far has the country progressed without its colonial master?

INTERVIEW

Laurent Garnier, French Ambassador about opportunities for Mauritian students in France

Continuing with our look at tertiary education abroad, Weekly speaks to French Ambassador Laurent Garnier about the opportunities offered by France. He explains how tertiary education is offered free to foreign students although the competition is fierce.  He also gives his take on what sectors offer the greatest chances of employment.

HEALTH

Dangerous food additives not yet banned in Mauritius

Brilliant Blue (E133), a cancerous food colourant that is banned in the US, Northern Europe and Japan still gets added to the snacks, drinks and candy that end up in Mauritian supermarkets. Consumer rights advocates lobby for a stricter control of food additives but claim that a political indifference that cuts across party lines stands in the way. In the meantime, just how serious are the effects of these additives on our bodies?

EDUCATION

Welcome to the future

In a rapidly changing world, where job titles that have been around for generations can be erased in a heartbeat, opting for an innovative course designed to fill the needs of the new job market can save one from the graduate unemployment trap. Weekly takes a close look at some of the new courses available at home and abroad.