Unitary Parliamentary Republic
Mauritius is governed as a unitary state through a parliamentary system, with the president elected by parliament serving as head of state.
9 Districts + Outer Islands
The country consists of nine districts on the main island plus several outer island dependencies.
Unicameral National Assembly
Mauritius’ legislature, the National Assembly, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.
First-Past-the-Post Elections
Mauritius’ legislature, the National Assembly, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.