Mauritius Lifestyle - Expat Magazine
Over 7,000 cases of seasonal flu have been reported in just one week, while COVID-19 cases are also on the rise. Also in the news, a drop in the number of tourist arrivals has been recorded in June 2022.
The Immigration Bill was presented to parliament this week, and its main aim was to consolidate and strengthen the law regarding the entry and stay of non-citizens on Mauritian territory. Here's what his new law means for expats.
Yet another increase in the cost of living. Also in the news, a new sub-variant of Omicron detected in Mauritius.
Although the Omicron variant is still strongly present, particularly in Europe, and a "BA.2" sub-variant is spreading like wildfire, many countries are gradually shifting to a new normal by lifting their restrictions in an attempt to revive their economies. In Denmark and England, there are almost no restrictions, while in Quebec and France, many of them no longer apply. However, scientists doubt whether now is the right time to drop the mask obligation. What are these countries strategies to fight Covid in 2022?
Mégane landed for the first time in Mauritius in 2018 for an internship, but she quickly fell in love with the island's beauty. So back in France in 2019, she decided to go back and settle down in Mauritius for good. Today, she is an entrepreneur and social media influencer and talks to us about her journey as an expat.
Between the rainy weather, an increase in gastroenteritis cases and the rise in prices of imported products, here's an insight into this week's local news.
Amidst questions, weariness, optimism and resilience, the world faces yet another holiday season, praying that there will not be any more surprises. For expatriates, there are even more uncertainties: to travel or not to travel? Under what conditions? The new COVID-19 variant, Omicron, has added itself to the list of worries and is forcing them to change their plans. What are expats doing this Christmas 2021? Going home or staying put ?
Passionate about languages and arts, Sophie has a fulfilling expat life in Mauritius and wouldn't change it for anything. She arrived in Mauritius from France in 2018 with an Occupation Permit, and today she is her own boss. She talks to Expat.com about how she reconciles her career and family life.
Three years ago, Ash fell in love with Mauritius. Originally from Germany, she has travelled to many countries until she relocated to the island with her young child. As a writer and fiction novelist, she is currently enjoying the good vibes in Mauritius. Ash shares her experience with Expat.com.
Faced with the rising number of Covid-19 cases over the past week and the rejuvenation of contamination, the Mauritian government reintroduced health restrictions on Friday, November 12. These should last until December 13 at 6 a.m. Here's what you should keep in mind from now on.
Originally from India, Divali, the festival of lights, is celebrated in a grand manner in Mauritius as in many countries around the globe. A national and public holiday this Thursday, November 4, and one of the biggest Hindu festivals worldwide, Divali is symbolic of prosperity, sharing and bonding.
Summer is finally here, the Mauritian vaccination certificate recognised in the United Kingdom, fear of a new wave of Covid-19 following the extended weekend... Find out what's happening in Mauritius in this first week of November.
If you have discovered the famous gateau patate or sweet potato cake during the Divali festival and you have gone crazy about it, here is the recipe. It is relatively easy to make and faster with teamwork. So do not hesitate to involve your family members!
Born in Durban, South Africa, Kerry has been passionate about arts from a very young age. It has been more than thirty years since she moved to Mauritius with her Mauritian partner. She talks to us about the life of an expat art teacher on the island and all that she loves about here.
Alone but not lonely. Solo female expats are on the rise, and as the world is striving towards gender equality, many women show that their ambitions have no geographical limits. Deciding to start a journey in a new country has all the elements an adventure needs: adrenaline, excitement and even a healthy amount of fear. If you are ahead of a similar journey, you should consider some safety dos and don'ts in order to make your new experience joyful and smooth.
Mauritius exits the FATF grey list. In other news, the government issued 750 premium visas to foreign nationals.
Nathacha Appanah, a Mauritian journalist and novelist living in France, has published her tenth book titled "Nothing belongs to you". She was awarded the Prix des libraires of Nancy - Le point last month and has been shortlisted for a Prix Femina.
The third edition of the European Film Festival in Mauritius kicked off on Tuesday and will last until October 31. This year, it is being held under the theme “Resilience and Resistance”. Both the program and the choice of films convey a message of hope.
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