Author: Admin
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Opinion : The Roots of Popular Anger
A couple of months ago, I argued that if the government did not engage in a real dialogue on the socio-economic trajectory of the country, frustration would grow. Unfortunately, that seems to be true. The government’s argument of pinning every economic hardship on the previous government’s mismanagement of the economy did not work for long.…
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Opinion: Aspirations & systemic inertia
Emotions play a powerful role in elections, but governance requires navigating realpolitik and balancing popular aspirations with diverse group demands. In Mauritius, this balance leans toward keeping different groups happy, making systemic reform challenging. Mauritius’ realpolitik impedes progress, frustrating citizens who perceive a lack of meritocracy. This dissatisfaction has driven emigration. Understanding this dynamic explains…
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Cabinet Decisions 2015: The male dominated Political Structure
This article is the first part of a series based on the analysis of Cabinet Decision documents. This analysis reveals what the political structure probably looked like in 2015
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The Police Force Budget
The Police Force is key in ensuring security. Drawing from data up to the 2005, a few lessons can be learnt from the government’s budget allocation into the police force.