Freedom of the Press 2007: Mauritius
27 February 2008
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Recent articles in Mauritius
Mauritius tightens screws on broadcast media
The parliament of Mauritius passes controversial law that doubles the licensing cost for broadcasters, while shortening the validity of the license.
Mauritius: Proposed social media regulation will curtail citizens’ fundamental rights
The perceived need by Mauritius to regulate social media could turn one of the most democratic freedom of expression and data protection countries in Africa into a surveillance state.
Mauritius’s newly introduced tax on online services threatens freedom of expression
Mauritius’s thriving ICT sector is set to decline as a newly introduced tax on online services has the potential to curb growth along with freedom of expression.