The Mauritian government, in collaboration with the Mauritius Recreation Council (MRC), recently organized an event called "Sirandann à siroter : sa nou kiltir" to promote cultural heritage and revive traditional devinettes. The event, held at the Caudan Waterfront in Port-Louis, brought together music, slam, devinettes, and cultural performances in a festive atmosphere. The initiative was spearheaded by Minister Deven Nagalingum, who emphasized the importance of preserving and passing on cultural traditions to future generations.
The event featured a performance by renowned artist Zul Ramiah, who, at 73 years old, has been entertaining audiences for decades with his soulful voice. He was joined on stage by Pamela Cicéron and Annega, and the audience was treated to a nostalgic evening of music and dance. Rama Poonoosamy, a veteran politician and close friend of Minister Nagalingum, was also honored during the event. Poonoosamy reminisced about his past experiences, including his time as a minister and his involvement in various campaigns.
One of the highlights of the event was the slam performance, which brought a modern twist to the traditional devinettes. The slam artists used powerful words and music to engage the audience and convey the importance of cultural heritage. Philippe A. Forget, author of the book "99 Sirandanes à siroter… (Et si la centième était dans votre tête)", was also present at the event. His book, published in 2018, features 99 devinettes in Kreol Morisien and French, accompanied by illustrations by Yann Erasmus.
The devinettes, which have been an integral part of Mauritian culture for generations, were showcased in a unique and engaging way during the event. The audience was encouraged to participate and respond to the devinettes, which were presented in a lively and entertaining manner. The event also featured a book giveaway, where winners received copies of Forget's book.
Minister Deven Nagalingum emphasized the significance of preserving cultural traditions and passing them on to future generations. He encouraged young people to take ownership of their cultural heritage and to play an active role in preserving it. The event was a testament to the government's efforts to promote cultural heritage and to encourage young people to engage with their roots.
The "Sirandann à siroter : sa nou kiltir" event was a huge success, attracting a large and enthusiastic audience. It demonstrated the importance of cultural heritage in Mauritian society and the need to preserve traditional practices and customs. The event also highlighted the creativity and talent of local artists and performers.
The revival of traditional devinettes is an important step towards preserving Mauritian cultural heritage. By engaging young people and promoting cultural traditions, the government and the MRC aim to ensure the continuation of these practices for generations to come. The event has set a positive precedent for future cultural events and initiatives.
Key points
- The Mauritian government and MRC organized an event to revive traditional devinettes and promote cultural heritage.
- The event featured performances by renowned artists, including Zul Ramiah and Rama Poonoosamy.
- The devinettes were presented in a modern and engaging way, with a focus on encouraging audience participation.
