Masks mandates will still be in place for some indoor settings such as hospitals and trains. Bars and nightclubs have reopened with full capacity and restrictions on public gatherings have also been lifted.
The government has also allowed picnics at beaches which were restricted until now. The PM also urged the public to take precautions when it comes to wearing masks to help contain the spread of the virus.
Apparently, Mauritius started welcoming international travellers at the start of October last year only to boost its tourism industry after remaining shut for a long time. But soon after, the restrictions related to the pandemic were reimposed after the country was hit by a new wave.