Poverty in Paradise

ShantyIt is sad to note that official statistics show that poverty is on the increase in Paradise. In 2002, official statistics had shown that 93,200 people were living below the poverty line. The 2012 census made in May of that year indicates 126,200. This indicates an increase of 33,000 in just a decade. Continue reading “Poverty in Paradise”

How tough is it to live in paradise?

When looking through vacation advertisement, you must have read that famous line from Mark Twain to describe Mauritius.

“You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first, and then heaven; and that heaven was copied after Mauritius.” by Mark Twain, from “Following the equator” 1897 Continue reading “How tough is it to live in paradise?”