Explora in the Press & Media
A media archive about Explora's journey
Since its launch, Explora has attracted the attention of several Mauritian media outlets for its mission: making beautiful photographs of Mauritius more visible, more accessible and more useful for people who love the island.
This page brings together selected press coverage and interviews about the project, including features from Le Défi Quotidien, Le Défi Plus, Week-End Scope, People Magazine, Radio One, Wazaa FM, MBC and IOnews.
Press articles about Explora
The following articles and features were published in Mauritian newspapers and magazines. Each press clipping is preserved as a visual archive, with a short English summary for easier reading.
A travelling exhibition with 13 photographers
This article presents a travelling photography exhibition titled "Mauritius Landscapes", bringing together the work of 13 photographers. The exhibition highlighted landscapes of Mauritius and was displayed at Aurum Restaurant in Albion.
The feature mentions the photographers involved and explains the objective of making Mauritian landscape photography more visible to the public.
Source: Le Défi Quotidien. Article by Rajmeela Seetohul.
Explora, the new photography website
This feature introduces Explora as a new website dedicated to landscape photography of Mauritius. The platform allows users to discover, browse and download photos for personal or commercial use, while giving visibility to photographers and their work.
The article also presents Kurt François, web developer and photographer, and explains the idea behind creating a dedicated space for high-quality images of Mauritius.
Source: Le Défi Quotidien. Author: Nushka Mungur.
A website dedicated to Mauritius landscape photography
This article describes Explora as a website entirely dedicated to the photography of Mauritius' landscapes. It explains how visitors can search for photos, download free images, comment on photographs and share them.
The article also highlights Explora's objective: to help promote Mauritius and provide better visibility to local photographers, especially through landscape images that show the beauty of the island.
Source: Le Défi Plus.
A photo bank to discover Mauritius
Week-End Scope presented Explora as a photo bank that allows users to discover Mauritius through high-quality landscape photography. The article explains how the site enables users to search, browse, download and share photos.
The feature also discusses the wider goal of Explora: supporting photographers, offering visibility to their work and helping people see Mauritius from a fresh perspective.
Source: Week-End Scope. Article by Annabelle Rose.
Le cœur dans les étoiles
This People Magazine feature focuses on Kurt François and the story behind Explora. It presents the platform as a project born from photography, passion and the desire to reveal the best of Mauritius through images.
The article highlights the human side of the project and the ambition to offer a free platform where photographers can share their work while contributing to the image of Mauritius.
Source: People Magazine, issue no. 61, June 2022.
Radio and TV interviews
These interviews feature discussions about Explora, its purpose, the photography of Mauritius and the idea of creating a free visual platform dedicated to the island.
Radio One Interview
Interview of Kurt François on Radio One by Miguel Hermelin in the programme "Le Club". The discussion introduces Explora and the vision behind the platform.
Wazaa FM Interview
Interview of Kurt François on Wazaa FM by Maesh Soonea in "Wazaa Maurice". The interview discusses Explora and its connection with Mauritius, photography and local discovery.
MBC Interview
September interview on MBC about Explora and its mission to make the landscapes of Mauritius more visible through photography.
Interview on IOnews
Interview on IOnews about Explora, the concept behind the platform and its role in promoting images of Mauritius online.
Media coverage timeline
A chronological overview of selected media appearances and press features about Explora.
Radio One Interview
Kurt François was interviewed by Miguel Hermelin in "Le Club" on Radio One.
Wazaa FM Interview
Explora was discussed on Wazaa FM in "Wazaa Maurice", in French and Creole.
Le Défi Plus article
Le Défi Plus introduced Explora as a website dedicated to the photography of Mauritius' landscapes.
Le Défi Quotidien article
Le Défi Quotidien presented Explora as a new photography website for Mauritius.
Week-End Scope feature
Week-End Scope described Explora as a photo bank to discover Mauritius.
IOnews Interview
Explora was featured in an interview on IOnews.
MBC Interview
Explora was featured in a September interview on MBC.
Photo exhibition and People Magazine feature
Explora appeared in press coverage linked to a travelling photography exhibition and was later featured in People Magazine in an article about Kurt François and the story behind the project.
About Explora
Explora is a Mauritius photography platform created to showcase the island's landscapes and natural beauty. Through the work of photographers, the platform helps visitors, locals, media professionals and Mauritius lovers discover the island from different perspectives.
The project combines photography, technology and a passion for Mauritius, with the ambition of making the island's visual heritage easier to discover and share.
