Alain Ramanisum is undoubtedly one of Mauritius’ most talented singer/ songwriters of Sega – his work includes classics such as Li Tourne, Bat Sega and Prisonier Prisonier. Born with a passion for music, at the tender age of thirteen, Alain created his own band call the “Group A” which consisted of a few friends and [...]

Alain Ramanisum, who has recently been confirmed as the headline act for the MauritianOpen Air Festival 2011, talks exclusively to Mauritius Now about his career and on the messages he voices out in his songs. You’ve recently released your new album entitled “Lever Danser”. What kind offeedback have you received so far? The fans seem [...]

The biggest celebration of Mauritian culture returns this summer as Down Lane Park in north London will play host to the latest leg of the summer festival season, staging the third annual Mauritian Open Air Festival. Last August, over seven thousand people descended on the park for a day of Mauritian music, food, drink and [...]

Down Lane Park in north London recently hosted the 2010 Mauritian Open Air Festival, sponsored by Air Mauritius. The event, which was being held for the second year, was a huge success, attracting thousands of festival-goers from far and wide. Those in attendance were rewarded with a day of music, food, drink, entertainment and fun, [...]