| Spouse of the Prime Minister of Mauritius | |
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since 13 November 2024 | |
| Residence | Clarisse House |
| Inaugural holder | Lady Sushil Ramgoolam |
| Formation | 12 March 1968 |
| Salary | None |
The Spouse of the Prime Minister of Mauritius is the title given to the wife or husband of the Prime Minister of Mauritius. To date it has been held by only 5 women, Kobita Jugnauth held the title of spouse of the Prime Minister from 2017 to 2024. Veena Ramgoolam currently holds the title of spouse of the Prime Minister.
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The role of the Prime Ministerial Consort is not an official office and as such they are not given a salary or official duties, however, is still generally regarded as a public figure, frequently accompanying the prime minister on campaign and other public appearances, and often hosting dignitaries at the prime minister's residence. The spouse of the Prime Minister of Mauritius frequently participates in humanitarian and charitable work.
| Name | Term begins | Term ends | Prime Minister |
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| Lady Sushil Ramgoolam | 12 March 1968 | 30 June 1982 | Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam |
| Lady Sarojini Jugnauth | 30 June 1982 | 20 December 1995 | Sir Anerood Jugnauth |
| Veena Ramgoolam | 27 December 1995 | 11 September 2000 | Dr. Navin Ramgoolam |
| Lady Sarojini Jugnauth | 12 September 2000 | 30 September 2003 | Sir Anerood Jugnauth |
| Arriane Bérenger | 30 September 2003 | 5 July 2005 | Paul Bérenger |
| Veena Ramgoolam | 5 July 2005 | 17 December 2014 | Dr. Navin Ramgoolam |
| Lady Sarojini Jugnauth | 17 December 2014 | 23 January 2017 | Sir Anerood Jugnauth |
| Kobita Jugnauth | 23 January 2017 | 13 November 2024 | Pravind Jugnauth |
| Veena Ramgoolam | 13 November 2024 | Current | Dr. Navin Ramgoolam |
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