Music Guides
What is Sega Music? A Complete Guide to the Most Iconic Genre of Mauritius
Sega is the heartbeat of Mauritius — a genre born from the traditions of enslaved people that became the national music of the island. Learn…
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Discover the stories, history, and culture behind Mauritian music.
Music Guides
Seggae: The Revolutionary Fusion of Sega and Reggae Born in Mauritius
Seggae is a music genre unique to Mauritius, born in the late 1980s from a fusion of sega and reggae. Discover how this genre became…
Culture
9 Mauritian Musicians Who Defined the Sound of the Island
From sega legends to seggae pioneers, these are the Mauritian musicians who shaped the music scene of the island. Discover their stories and listen to…
Culture
The History of Seggae: How Mauritius Created a Genre That Changed a Nation
Seggae emerged in the late 1980s as a fusion of sega and reggae, becoming a powerful voice for social change in Mauritius. Discover the history,…
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How to Stream Mauritian Music: Apps, Platforms, and Where to Listen
Looking for Mauritian music online? From sega to seggae, here is where to find and stream authentic music from Mauritius — including the dedicated Kaya…
Culture
The Ravanne: History and Cultural Significance of the Mauritian Drum
The ravanne is the iconic frame drum at the heart of sega music. Learn about its African origins, how it is made, playing techniques, and…
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Music Festivals in Mauritius: The Complete Guide for 2026
From the Festival International Kreol to beach sega concerts, discover the best music festivals and live events in Mauritius. Plan your trip around the island's…
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How to Learn Sega Dance: Steps, Techniques, and Cultural Context
Sega dance is as important as the music itself. Learn the basic steps, hip movements, and cultural significance of this traditional Mauritian dance — plus…
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Traditional Musical Instruments of Mauritius: A Complete Guide
From the ravanne drum to the maravanne rattle, discover the traditional instruments that define Mauritian music. Learn about their origins, construction, and role in sega…
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Best Music Venues in Mauritius: Where to See Live Performances
Looking for live music in Mauritius? From beachside stages to Port Louis cultural centres, discover the best venues to experience sega, seggae, and contemporary Mauritian…
Culture
Mauritian Creole: The Language That Gives Sega and Seggae Their Soul
Mauritian Creole is the language of sega and seggae — the mother tongue that carries the rhythm, emotion, and cultural identity of the island's music.…
Culture
Mauritian Music vs Caribbean Music: Similarities, Differences, and Shared Roots
Both Mauritius and the Caribbean created music from the experience of slavery, colonialism, and cultural survival. Discover how sega compares to reggae, calypso, zouk, and…