AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDiwali in Mauritius: As Deepawali is celebrated on 8 November, the island’s homes and temples glow with lamps, prayers and family gatherings. A national holiday, the festival blends Indian traditions with a distinctly Mauritian expression of Indo-Mauritian identity. Island Getaways: A new travel feature makes the case for villa stays, where a private chef and maid service can combine resort-style comfort with the freedom to explore different parts of Mauritius. Digital Skills: Mauritius Telecom has launched a free online learning hub with 16 digital and AI courses, supporting the government’s goal of training 50,000 people. Mauritius also placed eighth among 56 Commonwealth countries in a new youth AI readiness index. Heritage and Exchange: Indian naval ship INS Tarkash marked Aapravasi Diwas with an onboard cultural event in Port Louis, alongside outreach and training with local coast guard personnel. A separate feature revisits the Chagos Islands’ displacement and the enduring culture of the Chagossian people.
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