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Supporting the diversity of cultural expressions by the mauritius broadcasting corporation
Where
Mauritius
Mauritius
When
2020
2020
Who
Mauritius broadcasting corporation (mbc)
Mauritius broadcasting corporation (mbc)
Website of the policy/measure
Website
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Description of the policy/measure
The main objectives of the mbc are inter-alia, to provide independent and impartial broadcasting services of information, education, culture and entertainment in creole, bhojpuri, french, english, hindustani and such other languages spoken or taught in mauritius; ensure that its broadcasting services help towards the development of cultural exchanges and a mauritian consciousness and identity; strike a fair balance in the allocation of broadcasting hours among various educational, cultural, political and religious standpoints, etc
2005 Convention Monitoring Framework Goal(s)
Area(s) of Monitoring
Cultural Domain(s)
Results achieved
Since its establishment on 9 august 1982, the mbc, under its act, has been the main medium for the dissemination of information, education and entertainment. in line with its and the independent broadcasting authority act, the mbc has been independent in conducting its day-to-day business and other activities. a team in rodrigues provides inputs on a daily basis so that people in mauritius take cognizance of the happenings in rodrigues and also discover its cultural aspects.