About the Department
The National Archives houses the collective memory of the nation’s history. It has in its store, an array of rich and diverse records which are of significant interest to one and all.
These records are invaluable for historical, genealogical, cultural, administrative and legal purposes, among others. As a Government Department, the National Archives serves as the nation’s repository of public records. It sees to it that an efficient and economical management of the records of the Government of Mauritius throughout their lifecycle is carried out. It also caters for the preservation of those public records of archival value for current and future use by the Government, citizens of Mauritius and international users.
Mission
The mission of the National Archives is to provide the nation with a National Archives which fulfills its historical and cultural roles, i.e to collect, preserve, make accessible the collective memory of the nation, for the benefit of the present and the future generations, for research and exploitation purposes.
Vision
The vision of the National Archives is to meet the challenges of the 21st century, both as preserver and provider of information, in line with modern concepts and technologies.
Objectives
Its objectives are to:-
- preserve the collective memory of the nation;
- promote an awareness of this collective memory for the purpose of research;
- produce and publish documentary materials for educational purposes and for the public at large;
- release after a given period official records for public research; and
- provide effective and efficient services to its users.
National Archives Department
Development Bank of Mauritius Complex
Coromandel, Mauritius
Tel: (+230) 233-2950
Fax No. (+230) 233-4299
Website Address: http://nationalarchives.govmu.org
E-mail: arc@mail.gov.mu
Key Person of the Department
Acting Director
Mrs. Hem Lata RAMKALAWAN