Former Minister Joseph Tsang Mang Kin Passes Away at 86

Joseph Tsang Mang Kin, the former Minister of Arts and Culture, has passed away at the age of 86. He died on November 16, leaving behind a legacy in both politics and culture in Mauritius. A vigil was held the following day at 6:00 PM at the Elie & Sons funeral home in Beau-Bassin, the cremation occured on November 17 at 2:00 PM at Chebel.

Tsang Mang Kin served as a minister in the government of Navin Ramgoolam from 1995 to 2000.

Additionally, he was the Secretary-General of the Labour Party (Parti Travailliste, PTr) from 1991 to 1996, playing a significant role in shaping the political landscape of Mauritius.

Born on March 12, 1938, in Chinatown, Port-Louis, Tsang Mang Kin was the second child in his family.

His father, Willy Tsang Mang Kin, was a Hakka Chinese immigrant from Meizhou in Guangdong province, China.

Having arrived in Mauritius in 1932 at the age of 22, he married Solange Atuchen (née Wong Sen Siou), a Mauritian born in 1920 in Mount Estate, Pamplemousses district.

Tsang Mang Kin began his education at the Chinese Middle School in Chinatown and later attended the Royal College of Port-Louis, where he graduated in 1956 with a Higher School Certificate.

He entered the workforce as a journalist for the Chinese Daily News at the age of 18 in 1957 while also teaching at Bhujoharry College and St. Andrew’s School.

During this period, he earned a degree with honors in English and French from the University of London, achieving this milestone in 1960.

In 1961, he married Marie Reine Yuen, and together they had three children: Oswald, Sabrina, and Deborah.

From 1962 to 1967, he continued his teaching career at the Royal College of Port-Louis before transitioning into politics.

As Minister, Tsang Mang Kin was instrumental in establishing the National Library, the National Art Gallery, the Mauritius History Museum, and the Nelson Mandela Centre for African Culture.

His contributions significantly enriched the cultural fabric of Mauritius.

Beyond his political work, Tsang Mang Kin had a profound passion for poetry and philosophy, authoring numerous works throughout his life.

He remained actively engaged in current affairs, consistently sharing his insights and analyses on social developments through his Facebook page and various media outlets.

Conveying heartfelt condolences to the family of Joseph Tsang Mang Kin during this difficult time.

Source: Defi Media