Port Louis is Mauritius’ capital and its economic, cultural and political center, now in the news as Mauritius enforces curfew amid unrest over water shortages.
Protests over water shortages and living costs have escalated into rioting on Mauritius. An overnight curfew is in place in major urban centers, including Port Louis, as authorities seek to restore order. The government has warned that those acting against the country’s interests will face consequences, while schools and transport remain disrupted.