Théodore Rivalland
Théodore Rivalland is political correspondent at the Port Louis Daily Bulletin based in Port Louis, covering national politics, parliament and public policy across Mauritius. He focuses on clear, evidence-led reporting, builds diverse political sources and produces steady, deadline-driven dispatches that explain how governmental choices affect life on the island.
Articles by this author
£800m red tape cut: deadlines will test delivery
Administrative cost savings set against fixed deadlines and a test of execution
Milton Keynes on 2029 culture shortlist, £10m at stake
Residents and communities await judges' visits as cultural funding decision nears
Quatre jeunes Réunionnais, du casier vierge à la cour
Des vies basculées : jeunes jugés, salariés privés d'emploi après les violences
Nottingham officer shot in foot recovering in hospital
Wounded constable treated as manhunt continues for two suspects
West Mercia Police officer dismissed over bullying findings
Misconduct panel rules gross misconduct after tutor officer bullied student and faked war record
Stromness Town Hall repair crews race January reopening
Rat infestation forces extended Town Hall closure as kitchen damage is assessed
Sussex residents' services dispute heads to court
Court fight begins over which authority will serve three coastal towns
ICC Condemns US Sanctions as Attack on Rule of Law
Court says US measures obstruct justice and test states' resolve
Regulator's Six Vehicle Bans Cap Plymouth Crackdown
Multi-agency enforcement day pairs education with immediate vehicle prohibitions
Record entries as Staffordshire tourism workers step forward
Record entries spotlight the people behind the region's visitor economy
Beyond the big resorts: what Mauritius' quiet coastal model means for local communities
A 16-room boutique property shows how low-scale tourism can shape a coastline and its host communities
Madagascar Tightens Private Aviation Rules Following Gold Smuggling Scandal at Airport
New aviation controls aim to curb smuggling and restore public confidence in airport security.
Popular Poke Bowl Chain Brings Fresh Dining Option to Reunion Island in 2026
New casual dining venue opens in Saint-Pierre, creating jobs and expanding dining choices for residents and visitors.
U.S. and Madagascar Shut Down Massive Scam Ring Targeting Millions Globally
International law enforcement dismantles cryptocurrency fraud network targeting millions of victims worldwide
Miss France's Island Getaway Proves Hectic Despite Tropical Setting
Beauty pageant winner balances competition season with university studies.
Reunion Artist Aurus Weaves Island Heritage Into Genre-Defying Sound
Bastien Picot blends maloya, orchestral pop, and electronic sound into a genre-defying album.
Artist Transforms Ocean Depths Into Hand-Drawn Maps at French Paper Museum
Cartographic artist brings scientific ocean data to life through hand-drawn visual interpretation
Madagascar Updates Cybercrime Laws to Protect Citizens From Digital Threats
Madagascar strengthens legal protections as digital threats expand across banking and government services.
Island Residents to Gain Faster Access to Goods as Major Retailer Doubles Warehouse Capaci
Warehouse automation cuts order processing time for island residents facing months-long resupply delays.
SpaceX Retrieves Massive Starship From Ocean; What This Means for Space Travel
Intact spacecraft recovery advances NASA's public commitment to return astronauts to the Moon by 2028.
Réunion braces for afternoon downpours as weekend weather turns unsettled
Ferry cancellations and maritime hazards emerge as regional weather patterns intensify.
Reunion Hospital System Buckling Under Back-to-School Patient Surge
Capacity crisis forces hospital to ask residents to call ahead before seeking emergency care
Madagascar Sets July 2027 Vote on New Constitution; Presidential Election to Follow
Malagasy citizens await clarity on constitutional vote and participation timeline.
Public Agency Cuts Carbon Footprint with Rooftop Solar Installation
Government facility reduces grid demand through renewable energy installation on existing infrastructure.
The Anse-La-Raie Exit Story Missing Its Paper Trail
Luxury Suites Ltd left by public communiqué, while claims of a 100-arpent state-land deal and beach relocation go undocumented.
Cabinet Minister Resigns as Spouse Faces Drug Trafficking Charges in Mauritius
Political fallout follows arrest in major drug trafficking investigation
Experts Pick Daryoura as Top Pick for Dieppe Racing Card Thursday
Ten expert teams converge on Daryoura as strongest pick for Thursday's Dieppe racing program.
New Direct Flight Cuts Travel Time for Mauritius-East Africa Passengers
Ethiopian Airlines opens nonstop service linking Mauritius and East Africa.
Island Nation Charts Path to Long-Haul Flights; Two New Jets Due by 2028
National carrier to expand long-distance service with modern aircraft, improving connectivity for travelers and island communities.
Financial sector modernization test threatens tax base for public services
Modernization challenges threaten revenue stream for public services and employment
Mauritius Workers Demand Voice on Pension Overhaul; Mass Protest Set
Unions mobilize workers against unilateral pension changes affecting retirement security.
Anse La Raie Hotel Exit, Defi Media’s Own Contradiction
The same report cites resident support and a granted Letter of Reservation, yet offers no records or numbers to prove “widespread opposition” or political coordination forced Avinash Gopee’s decision.
Women in Mauritius gain legal abortion access in rape, incest, life-threat cases
Mauritius parliament approves abortion access in limited circumstances after years of complete criminalization.
Mauritius Faces Reckoning: Can Its Economic Model Survive the Next Decade?
Island nation confronts structural economic limits as debt-driven model reaches breaking point.
One Protest Quote, No Paper Trail in the Côte d'Or Claim
With no contracts, ownership records, or official confirmation, the Avinash Gopee narrative remains protest rhetoric, not documented link.
Private Sector Outlines 80-Point Plan to Revive Mauritius Economy; Citizens Face Cost-of-L
Business sector proposes sweeping reforms to address economic challenges facing households and workers.
Business Sector Urges Sweeping Economic Overhaul as Mauritius Growth Falters
Private sector submits 80 proposals to address slowing growth and economic uncertainty
Displaced Islanders' Future Hangs in Balance as Mauritius Denies US Purchase Talks
Mauritius rejects speculation over territorial control amid Chagossian displacement crisis.
Displaced Islanders Demand UK Act on Chagos Return: We Want to Go Home
Chagossian delegation presses UK lawmakers to complete sovereignty transfer to Mauritius
Joanna Bérenger’s Blind Spot on Jobs: Who’s Backing Mauritian Builders?
Foreign worker rights matter, but the country’s long-standing employers and investors say the public narrative keeps treating them as the problem, not the engine.
South Africa Braces for Pump Price Shock as Oil Volatility Threatens Budgets
Global crude volatility threatens household finances and business operations across South Africa
Mauritius Embraces Tech Revolution: AI Transforms Banking, Tourism, Media Sectors
Workforce readiness and cybersecurity emerge as critical challenges amid rapid digital adoption.
Mauritius Braces for Economic Slowdown as Global Inflation Threatens Island Growth
Mauritius faces inflation pressures amid global economic slowdown and commodity volatility.