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Mauritius ends night curfew after week of violent protests
The government said the situation had improved, allowing the curfew to end and schools to reopen.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Mauritius lifted the night curfew that had been in place since 12 October, officials announced on Monday, citing a "favourable evolution of the situation".
The curfew ended at 4:30 a.m. on 19 October, and authorities said roads are open, schools have resumed classes and daily life is back on track, according to a statement from Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam’s office and a confirmation by Mauritius Tours.
Unrest began last week over water shortages and rising living costs, escalating after a police officer shot a woman during a rally on Saturday. The violence led to at least 188 arrests on charges such as looting, arson, damage to police stations and possession of explosives. The officer who shot the woman was arrested and taken to court.
The British government updated its travel advice, urging visitors to avoid demonstrations and follow local authority instructions.
Key facts
- Mauritius ended its night curfew at 4:30 a.m. on 19 October. (aljazeera.com)
- The curfew had been in place since 12 October. (aljazeera.com)
- At least 188 people were arrested during the unrest. (aljazeera.com)
- A police officer who shot a woman was arrested and brought to court. (aljazeera.com)
- British travel advice was updated to warn tourists about demonstrations. (aljazeera.com)
Sources
- [1] aljazeera.com — originally reported as “Mauritius lifts curfew imposed amid wave of violent protests”
