Pravind Jugnauth Concedes Defeat in Mauritius Election

Mauritius' incumbent Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth has conceded that his political alliance, L’Alliance Lepep, is headed for a significant defeat in the recent parliamentary election. The opposition coalition, led by veteran politician Navin Ramgoolam, is likely to take over after promising to address the cost of living crisis with initiatives such as increased pensions and subsidized transport services. Voter turnout for the election reached approximately 79.3%, with 62 parliamentary seats contested among 68 parties and five alliances. Jugnauth expressed disappointment, stating, 'The population has decided to choose another team,' as he acknowledged the electorate's desire for a new direction. This election followed a campaign marked by economic concerns and a controversy involving leaked wiretaps of public figures. The final results are expected to be announced shortly, confirming the shift in political leadership.