Former Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Jugnauth, has been arrested on allegations of money laundering, as confirmed by the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
FCC spokesperson Ibrahim Rossaye stated that Jugnauth is currently in custody at the Moka detention centre following extensive searches at various locations, including his residence, where authorities seized 114 million Mauritius Rupees (approximately $2.4 million).
Jugnauth’s lawyer, Raouf Gulbul, reported that his client has been provisionally charged but denies the allegations. He is expected to appear before a judge later today.
The arrest comes in the wake of a broader investigation into financial misconduct, which has already seen other high-profile figures from the previous administration face scrutiny.
This incident follows the recent election victory of Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam’s government, which has initiated audits of public finances and raised concerns about the accuracy of economic data provided by Jugnauth’s administration.
