In a troubling case reported to the Bambous police, a 17-year-old girl with disabilities has alleged…
Author: Ruqayah B. Khayrattee
After her passage in different media in Mauritius, Ruqayah B. Khayrattee launched This Week as hard copy in 2011 to be the voice of the voiceless. She is the first woman director of a newspaper in Mauritius. In 2016, she shifted to online media. She is based in Mauritius and can be contacted on ruqayah@journalist.com
[Editorial] Fostering Discipline and Addressing Bullying in Schools
The issue of discipline in schools and the pervasive problem of bullying require urgent attention. Managing…
[Editorial] Embracing Neurodiversity during this World Autism Month
April is recognized globally as World Autism Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, fostering understanding,…
[Editorial] An Urgent Call for Reform in the Journalism Sector of Mauritius
In light of the recent attack on a pastor who was conducting a prayer near the…
[Editorial] International Women’s Day: Empowerment or Symbolism?
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, we are reminded that the fight for women’s rights…
[Editorial] A New Dawn for Our Country’s Democracy
The resumption of Parliament on Tuesday 4 February 2025, marked a transformative moment for Mauritius, as…
[Editorial] Restoring Hope: The Impact of Ramgoolam’s Leadership on Mauritius
The election held on 10 November 2024, marked a pivotal moment in the political landscape of…
[Editorial by Ruqayah Khayrattee] A Time for Reflection Amid Promises Before the Polls
As Mauritius nears another general election, the political landscape is filled with promises of economic relief…
[Editorial] Crafting a Path in Politics: Wisdom for Youthful Visionaries
Politics is a dynamic arena where power dynamics, resource allocation, and societal progress intersect. While the…
[Editorial] Le déclanchement de l’assaut politique
La fièvre électorale frappe violement les esprits de nos politiciens ainsi que la population en générale.…