the University of Technology (UTM), he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom, information as…
(No. B/620) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research whether, in regard to the University of Technology (UTM), he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom, information as to whether there are enrolment procedural issues of Malagasy students thereat and, if so, give details thereof, indicating, in the case of Miss R. F. F., when – (a) her application was submitted to the UTM; (b) the UTM submitted her visa application to the Passport and Immigration Office, and (c) the Student Visa was issued.
Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the University of Technology Mauritius that no application for admission has been received in the name of Ms R.F.F., Malagasy national.
80 However, the UTM has informed that one Malagasy student, Ms R.N.F., enrolled in MA Communication and Public Relations for the April 2025 intake, had travelled to Mauritius on a tourist visa which expired on 25 June 2025. Subsequently, the UTM intervened with the Passport and Immigration Office. On 26 June, the PIO has granted a residence permit to the student. The student is now continuing her studies at UTM.
Yes!
Thank you. The hon. Minister will surely agree that this is a heart- breaking case which is in contradiction with the policy of education hub. Will he use his good office to ensure that Malagasy nationals do not have to endure such hardship, especially when they come to study in public tertiary institutions such as UTM? Thank you.
Thank you. In fact, we are having a committee looking at the entire process for all students from all countries.
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