Mauritius Closes Schools Amid Protests Over Police Shooting Incident

Mauritius closes schools and urges remote work after unrest over police shooting. Details on the incident and official response.

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October 13, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Port Louis, Mauritius — Authorities in Mauritius have temporarily shut down schools in select regions following a night of civil unrest triggered by the fatal shooting of a 27-year-old woman by a police officer.

The Ministry of Education confirmed the decision, which came after tensions flared following the incident. A police sergeant has been provisionally charged in connection with the event. Élodie Thomas, who was traveling home from work in a van on Friday night, was critically injured and later underwent medical treatment, according to Health Minister Anil Bachoo.

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Business leaders have also advised companies to implement flexible working arrangements as disruptions continue. Additional arrests are expected as law enforcement intensifies its efforts to restore order. The unrest has raised concerns about public safety and government response to the ongoing crisis.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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