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    Join OkayAfrica at a Q&A Session with Abderrahmane Sissako
    Film + TV
    29 April 2025

    Join OkayAfrica at a Q&A Session with Abderrahmane Sissako

    The acclaimed director's ‘Black Tea’ will be screening at this year’s New York African Film Festival in May.

    A man in a blue jacket is seen staring directly into the camera.
    Film + TV
    07 February 2025

    In 'No Chains, No Masters,' A Beninese Filmmaker Centers Rebellion In Colonial Mauritius

    Inspired by his own journey of rage and healing, Simon Moutaïrou honors the resistance and bravery of enslaved people under French colonial rule.

    Former Prime Minister of Mauritius and candidate for Alliance du Changement, Navin Ramgoolam (R), casts his ballot during the 2024 Mauritian general election at a polling station in Port Louis on November 10, 2024.
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    11 November 2024

    Mauritius Opposition to Re-enter Government as Prime Minister Concedes Defeat

    Opposition Labour Party leader Navin Ramgoolam had previously served as the country’s prime minister on two occasions.

    A man holds a sign protesting for the independence of Chagos Islands, alongside Pro Brexit protesters outside the Houses of Parliament on July 3, 2019 in London, England.
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    04 October 2024

    Why the UK's Handover of Chagos Islands to Mauritius is Proving to be Controversial

    Although the deal includes resettlement efforts and financial commitments to Mauritius’ economy, the British government will continue to control the most developed part of Chagos Islands.

    Rose Hill, MAURITIUS: Some 300 people of the gay community took to the streets of Rose Hill in central Mauritius, 02 June 2007, to protest against the stigmatisation and discrimination regarding the sexual orientation of individuals.
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    05 October 2023

    Mauritius Breaks Barriers with Landmark Ruling Decriminalizing Same-Sex Relations

    The Mauritius Supreme Court's historic decision ends 185 years of discrimination, progressing equality and LGBTQ+ rights in Mauritius.

    London-born Mauritian singer-songwriter Lavaud releases new single 'In This Room'
    Music
    11 June 2020

    Listen to Lavaud’s Sultry New Single ‘In This Room’

    Premiere: The London-born Mauritian singer-songwriter's new song follows her recent collaboration with Nigerian artist Reekado Banks.

    Rotimi Is Set To Star in Mauritius-Shot Romantic Comedy 'Singleholic'
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    30 May 2018

    Rotimi Is Set To Star in Mauritius-Shot Romantic Comedy 'Singleholic'

    The Nigerian-American "Power" star is moving on to funnier things.

    Video: Mo Kolours "Biddies"
    Music
    03 October 2011

    Video: Mo Kolours "Biddies"

    Revivalist's African Jazz Issue: Mo Kolours Exclusive Mix + Interview
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    16 June 2011

    Revivalist's African Jazz Issue: Mo Kolours Exclusive Mix + Interview

    Audio: Mo Kolours' The Drum Walking Mixtape
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    19 May 2011

    Audio: Mo Kolours' The Drum Walking Mixtape

    Audio: Mo Kolours, "Biddies"
    Music
    08 April 2011

    Audio: Mo Kolours, "Biddies"

    Listen to Mo Kolours' Drum Talking EP single "Biddies"

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