Mauritius to Join America-India Connect Subsea Cable Programme, Announces PM Ramgoolam

By Publication Staff, Government Information Service, Mauritius
July 16, 2026

Mauritius will participate in the America-India Connect subsea cable programme, a government-backed step intended to strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure and international connectivity.

Prime Minister Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam announced the decision at the opening of the second All My.T Summit at the Swami Vivekananda International Convention Centre in Pailles.

The event brought together Information Technology, Communication and Innovation Minister Dr Avinash Ramtohul, Mauritius Telecom Chairman Sarat Lallah, Mauritius Telecom CEO Veemal Gungadin and other government and industry representatives.

Ramgoolam linked the cable programme to discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. Their talks addressed Mauritius’ strategic position in the Indian Ocean and stronger maritime and digital links along the Asia-Africa corridor.

The prime minister described the country’s participation as a major connectivity milestone that can reinforce digital resilience and improve Mauritius’ links to global networks.

He said closer digital ties between Africa and Asia could support trade, investment, innovation and sustainable economic growth while advancing Mauritius’ ambition to become a regional digital hub.

Ramgoolam also highlighted Mauritius Telecom’s role in convening the summit as the country expands its focus on artificial intelligence, cloud computing and digital platforms.

The government expects stronger infrastructure and international partnerships to support digital services across areas including finance, transport, commerce, healthcare and public administration.

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