AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMauritius Law & Rights: Mauritius Parliament has criminalised marital rape, ending a colonial-era loophole. Convicted offenders face 10 to 45 years in prison, and murder or attempted murder against a spouse can bring 10 years to life. The president is expected to sign once published, with ministers framing it as a major step against domestic violence and “wives as property” attitudes. Culture & Community: Mauritius joined global celebrations for #CoopsDay2026 on 4 July, highlighting how cooperatives build peace, inclusion and sustainable development through markets, forums, cultural events and education programmes. Travel & Mobility: Mauritius continues to appear on visa-free and visa-on-arrival lists across regions—useful for Mauritians planning culture and lifestyle trips—while other countries also expand eVisa access, including Turkey adding Mauritius to its online eligibility list. Climate & Food Security: A new SIDS-focused Lancet Countdown analysis warns climate change is worsening food insecurity in small island states, with heatwaves and droughts pushing millions into moderate or severe hunger.
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