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The Ministry of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation, located in the heart of Ebène, aims at providing a well-connected, knowledge-based and high income society, through a culture of innovation and the adoption of technology.
DEPARTMENTS UNDER THE MINISTRY

  • The Central Informatics Bureau (CIB) aims to promote e-Governance through the provision of project management, consultancy and advisory services to Ministries and Departments for the successful implementation of e-government projects and on ICT matters.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://cib.govmu.org/

  • The Central Information Systems Division (CISD) is a Division of the Ministry of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation, responsible for the operational aspects of ICT in the government. It provides on‐going ICT technical support for all computerised systems in Ministries/Departments within the Civil Service.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://cisd.govmu.org/

  • The Data Protection Office (DPO) aims at safeguarding the processing of personal data in the present age of Information and communication.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://dataprotection.govmu.org/

  • The Information Technology Security Unit (ITSU) operating under the aegis of the Ministry of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation (MITCI), acts as a key contact point for information security in Government. The Unit provides its services within the Civil Service across Ministries and governmental departments for innovative public service delivery. The IT Security Unit is a strategic facilitator in ensuring that information systems in the Civil Service are secure. ITSU aims to establish sound cybersecurity practices by disseminating knowledge through awareness sessions, promoting the implementation of international Information Security standards with their compliance and overseeing IS audits and incident handling within Government.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://itsecurity.govmu.org/

  • The ICT Appeal Tribunal Section 39 of the Information and Communication Technologies Act 2001, Section 15 of the Postal Services Act 2002 and Section 52 of the Data Protection Act 2017 provide for a right of appeal before the Information and Communication Technologies Appeal Tribunal.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://mitci.govmu.org/

  • The Computer Emergency Response Team of Mauritius (CERT-MU) is legally mandated and operates as a Department since December 2021. The CERT-MU plays a crucial role for coordinating cybersecurity response activities, promoting cybersecurity at national level, monitoring Internet threats and taking appropriate remedial measures. CERT-MU also forms part of a forum of CERTs around the world and plays an important role at regional and international levels. In February 2023, the CERT-MU has been nominated as the global ITU Academy Training Centre for capacity building on cybersecurity and conducts the regional and continental level cyber drill exercises. CERT-MU have been representing Mauritius on different international cybersecurity initiatives namely UN Open Ended Working Group, Group of Governmental Experts, Ad hoc Committee, Colombo Security Conclave amongst others.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://cert-mu.govmu.org/

  • The Government Online Centre (GOC) a pivotal department under the Ministry of Information Technology, Communication, and Innovation, stands as a cornerstone of the Government's digital infrastructure. Since its inception in May 2005, the GOC has evolved into a state-of-the-art centralized data centre, dedicated to delivering essential government services to citizens, businesses, government officials, and overseas non-citizens.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://mitci.govmu.org/

PARASTATAL ORGANISATIONS

  • The The Mauritius Digital Promotion Agency (MDPA) aims at leading Mauritius towards a world class digital economy by fostering the required skills and making technology widely accessible to all.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://mdpa.govmu.org/

  • The Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC) aims to shape up the Mauritius of tomorrow through research, technology and innovation.
    For more detailed information, you can visit http://www.mric.mu/

  • Established in 2022, the Mauritius Emerging Technologies Council (METC) serves as a pivotal advisory body to the Government, focusing on the formulation and promotion of national policies and strategies in emerging technologies. The METC plays a crucial role in fostering innovation, capacity building, and entrepreneurship by creating strategic links between research, development, and the knowledge economy. Additionally, it acts as a Centre of Excellence, driving the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance national economic growth and sustain an appropriate ecosystem for technological advancements.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://mauritiusemergingtech.com/

STATE OWNED ORGANISATIONS

  • The Mauritius Post Ltd aims to provide access to an array of services across the country including postal, electronic information, financial and government related services.
    For more detailed information, you can visit http://www.mauritiuspost.mu/

  • The State Informatics Ltd (SIL) IT solutions and systems solution provider built on technologies from global leaders.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://sil.mu/

  • The Mauritius Telecom aims to provide each and every customer with an unmatched experience to provide customers with new tools and capabilities that simplify their lives in this increasingly complex connected world.
    For more detailed information, you can visit https://www.telecom.mu/