Mauritius Prepares Armored Cars for Summit | Mauritius News

Mauritius News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 2, 2026 · 1m

Mauritius is set to buy four or five new armoured vehicles ahead of the US-Africa Business Summit in December 2026, following security concerns over the Prime Minister’s aging ride — including a costly, recently acquired bulletproof BMW and a breakdown during a high-profile diplomatic event. With top African leaders expected, police insist these cars must be purchased, not rented, since armour degrades after three years. The PM initially declined a new car upon taking office, but mounting pressure from security teams — who’ve flagged safety risks for both the PM and visiting dignitaries — now…