"We are confident of winning because the people appreciate our record," 62-year-old Jugnauth said after polls closed, accusing the opposition of trying to hinder the smooth running of the vote.

PORT LOUIS: Mauritius began voting on Sunday in a close-fought election race that has been clouded ... Just over one million people are registered to vote in the 12th election since independence ...

“The people of Mauritius, thousands and thousands, have come out to try to prevent as much damage as possible,” said Dowarkasing, who spoke from the relief efforts at Bois des Amourettes by ...

A special cabinet meeting has been called in Mauritius on Wednesday with reports Starmer is preparing to sign a deal before ...