Inside the Storm: 3 Major Concerns Over Mauritius’ Competition Commission Picks

The recent political appointments to Mauritius’s Competition Commission have reignited fierce public debate, with critics questioning the suitability of nominees linked to prominent political families.

At the centre of the storm are Me Jim Seetaram, newly appointed President of the Competition Commission, and Nabiihah Juman, named as a commissioner.

Seetaram, son of former National Assembly Speaker and ex-minister Iswardeo Seetaram, previously served as Minister of Enterprises and Cooperatives and as Attorney General under the 2012-2014 Labour government. He is also connected to the Seetaram family’s Sarako solar farm in La Ferme.

Meanwhile, Nabiihah Juman—daughter of Eshan Juman, a member of the parliamentary majority—has faced backlash over perceived nepotism.

Defending her appointment, Juman insists she holds the necessary professional qualifications beyond her family ties.

The Competition Commission’s board also includes Jaganaden Reddi (Vice-President), Thierry Chellen (Commissioner), and Vipin Naugah (Executive Director).

Commissioners serve five-year terms, while the Executive Director’s mandate lasts three years.

The controversy has sparked fresh scrutiny over political influence in public institutions, with critics demanding greater transparency in appointments.

Source: Le Mauricien