IIHL Mauritius now controls Sterling Bank in Bahamas

IIHL, which has a net worth of US$1.26 billion as of August 2025, holds diversified investments across the banking, financial services, securities, and insurance sectors. The Mauritius-based entity promotes IndusInd Bank, India’s fifth-largest...

Yorkshire family quit UK for Mauritius and are asked 'every day' how they did it

Steven Smith Content Editor 08:12, 08 Oct 2025Updated 08:51, 08 Oct 2025 A family quit the UK and moved 6,000 miles to live in Mauritius - to "get away from the rat race" and feel like they're on "a permanent holiday". Adam Short, 44, and his...

Family went on holiday to Mauritius and moved there months later

Tara with Spencer and Xander(Image: Adam Short/SWNS) A family quit the UK and moved 6,000 miles to live in Mauritius - to "get away from the rat race" and feel like they're on "a permanent holiday". Adam Short, 44, and his wife, Tara, 38, visited...

Africa: Cape Verde Historically Qualifies for the FIFA World Cup

For the first time in history, Cape Verde will take part in a FIFA World Cup™. The Blue Sharks ended their qualifying campaign in style with a clinical 3-0 win over Eswatini thanks to strikes from Livramento, Willy Semedo, and veteran Stopira....

Madagascar’s President Says He Fled the Country in Fear for His Life After Military Rebellion 

Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina said he has fled the country in fear for his life following a military rebellion but did not announce his resignation in a speech broadcast on social media late Monday from an undisclosed location. Rajoelina...

Johnson links Mandelson to China spy row

Boris Johnson has suggested that Lord Mandelson is linked to the Chinese spying row that has engulfed Labour. Speaking to the Daily T podcast, the former prime minister said that the UK was “being pushed around by China” and that the scandal could...

Madagascar president flees country following military rebellion

Published on 14/10/2025 - 6:12 GMT+2 Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina says he has fled the country in fear for his life following weekslong anti-government protests the led to a military rebellion. The ongoing Gen Z-led anti-government...

How Africa’s Second Placed Teams Qualify For FIFA World Cup 2026: Explainer

Explaining Africa’s Complex World Cup Qualification Path For Runners-Up Teams The race for a place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 is almost complete across Africa, with just one matchday remaining. While the winners of the nine qualifying groups will...

'I'm probably the luckiest person in the world' - Lopes

Pico Lopes was still struggling to take in the magnitude of helping Cape Verde qualify for their first World Cup as he began a dash back to Dublin to be present for the birth of his first child. The West African archipelago found themselves drawn...

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina Goes in Hiding

MADAGASCAR – Madagascar’s president Andry Rajoelina said on Monday that he was sheltering in a safe place after what he called an attempt on his life. Andry Rajoelina said only the country’s constitution could resolve the impasse, which has seen...

The life of a Premier League player's personal chef: From Mauritian magic bowls to Bakewell tarts

Zena Weeks “fell into” becoming a private chef for footballers. She trained at a cooking school before working for England Athletics as an events manager, and it was through this that Weeks saw the dietary challenges sports stars can face. “A lot...

Madagascar president flees amid military rebellion, says he feared for his life

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina said he fled the country fearing for his life following a military rebellion, but stopped short of announcing his resignation in a late-night address broadcast on social media Monday. The president’s message...

Cathay announces key leadership appointments for South Asia, Middle East and Africa region

Cathay Pacific has announced the appointment of three pivotal leaders to head key departments across its South Asia, Middle East and Africa (SAMEA) region, reinforcing its commitment to deepening customer connections, enhancing commercial...

Madagascar president flees country as soldiers join anti-govt protests

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has reportedly fled the country amid intensifying protests calling for his resignation. Rajoelina was scheduled to address the nation at 17:30 GMT on Monday but put it off over what the presidency cited as a...

Madagascar president hiding in 'safe place'

Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina seen last week - he has not been seen since last Wednesday/Screengrab Madagascar's embattled President Andry Rajoelina has said he is sheltering in a "safe place" after an attempt on his life, following weeks...

Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina Fled Country As Military Joins Prote

Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has reportedly fled the country amid escalating protests demanding his resignation. He was set to address the nation on Monday, but the speech was postponed due to a perceived threat from soldiers to seize...

Did you know what happened on this day in history?

Acacia trees in Africa communicate with each other. They emit gasses to alert other trees to produce the toxin, tannin, which protects them from hungry animals. 1066 The Norman conquest of England begins with the Battle of Hastings, at which...

Mauritius and Zanzibar Surge as British Couples Reshape Honeymoon Preferences

African destinations are claiming a larger share of the honeymoon travel market as British couples increasingly look beyond traditional European escapes when planning post-wedding getaways. Research from Travelbag, a UK-based long-haul travel...

Mauritius Official Praises ED For Training Their Officials On Combating While Collar Crimes

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has won praise from Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) of Mauritius for training their officials in investigating while collar crimes and recovering assets, an official said on...

‘You go to Mauritius and say…’: CJI BR Gavai shoe attacker Rakesh Kishore reacts | Watch

A day after attempting to hurl a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice BR Gavai inside the Supreme Court, 71-year-old lawyer Rakesh Kishore on Tuesday defended his actions, saying he was “deeply hurt” by the CJI’s remarks during a previous...