The essential guide to higher education

With competition gearing up, employers getting more picky about who to hire and the explosion of tertiary education in the country, getting it right is becoming more important. It is not just what, but also where and how to study. Don’t miss Weekly’s essential guide to higher education with helpful information about:

- Scholarships.

- Tertiary institutions in Mauritius and abroad.

- How to make an informed choice.

- How to finance your studies.

- Career prospects.

- Practical matters.

INTERVIEW

Paul Currant: “No political factors whatsoever played a part in my decision.”

Paul Currant, who was appointed as pro vice-chancellor (planning and resources) at the University of Mauritius (UoM) a few months ago has resigned from his position. Why did he resign? What plans did he bring with him to revamp the institution? And more importantly, what are his reflections on the UoM and tertiary education in Mauritius in general?

THIS IS MAURITIUS

Abolition of Slavery: Leaping over a legacy

Mauritiuswill celebrate the 179th anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery on February 1. To show that the island has come a long way since the darkest days of its history, Weekly shines a light on modern-day Mauritians of African descent who have made their lives inspiring success stories, thus giving history a well-deserved slap in the face.

HEALTH

Cloned meat: Could it be on your plate?

Remember Dolly, the cloned sheep? Cloned meat is now gradually making its way onto our plates. While we breed our own cattle here, we also import some from Australia, South Africa and some other countries. So how worried should we be next time we go to a fast food outlet?

CULTURE

Chinese New Year: A Rolex for great-grandpa?

You might be familiar with Chinese New Year’s Day, the highlight of the two-week long Spring Festival, but how much do you know about the day that precedes it? Weekly shines a light on Chinese New Year’s Eve, an event marked by memorial rituals for the ancestors.