As of November 4, 2026, Mauritius has recorded 126 road accident fatalities, marking a 22.3% increase compared to the same period in 2025. During this time last year, 103 deaths were reported in 97 accidents. These statistics, which exclude Rodrigues, were provided by Minister of Land Transport, Osman Mahomed, on the occasion of the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
The number of fatal accidents has risen by 26.8% over the past year. In response to this increase, Osman Mahomed has called for collective action to improve road safety. He emphasized the importance of responsibility among all road users, stressing the need for vigilance, patience, and respect for others on the road.
The government has reaffirmed its goal to reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries on the roads by 50% by 2030. This objective is part of the revised national road safety strategy, aligned with the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety. The long-term aim is to progress towards "Vision Zero," which seeks to eliminate deaths and serious injuries on the roads.
Osman Mahomed highlighted recent legislative measures, including the revision of the Road Traffic Act in December 2025, which reintroduced the point system for driver's licenses, effective January 31, 2026. Additional modifications in August 2026 strengthened sanctions against dangerous driving and driving under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances.
According to Osman Mahomed, road safety depends not only on infrastructure and legislation but also on driver behavior. He cited excessive speed, reckless driving, distractions while driving, driving under the influence, and failure to wear seatbelts or helmets as high-risk behaviors. The minister praised the "De Larou, De Lipie, La Vie, Pa Pou Done Dziem Sans" awareness campaign launched by the police in collaboration with the Curepipe municipality.
This campaign focuses on the vulnerability of two-wheeled users and pedestrians. On this commemoration day, Osman Mahomed expressed solidarity with the families of victims and those whose lives have been impacted by road accidents. He also paid tribute to police officers, firefighters, doctors, nurses, and ambulance workers who provide assistance to victims.
The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, themed "Remember. Support. Act.," urges governments, the private sector, and citizens to honor the memory of victims, support their families, and adopt more responsible road behavior. Key road safety concerns in Mauritius include speed, reckless driving, and distractions while driving.
Key points
- The number of road accident fatalities in Mauritius has increased by 22.3% to 126 deaths since January 2026, compared to 103 deaths during the same period in 2025.
