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Mauritius is about to join a already lengthy list of countries that have chosen to act. More than 60 nations have enacted laws or policies restricting smartphone use in schools. Among them are France, the United Kingdom, Australia, China, Italy, Finland, Canada, and the Netherlands. The island, according to some observers, has been slow to follow suit. "Mauritius was too slow to react," say various stakeholders, who point to the antisocial behaviors that have proliferated in schools in the wake of mobile phone use.
Everyday life
Moving abroad often starts with a feeling, a vague desire for change that gradually takes shape. For Anaïs Honorez, the plan came together step by step, through travels across Asia and the discovery of Mauritius, where she settled in 2018. Since then, she has turned her personal experience into genuine expertise, helping dozens of expats each year navigate their move to the island. In this interview, she looks back on her journey, shares the realities of life in Mauritius beyond the postcard clichés, and offers practical advice for a successful relocation, from preparation through those first months on the ground.
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MAMA JAZ returns this April for its 11th edition. Staying true to its spirit of creation and improvisation, this year's festival highlights “Natural Intelligence,” celebrating human creative genius at a time when artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly prominent role in our societies. Concerts, performances and artistic encounters will take place throughout April in Port Louis, with the aim of bringing together a wide audience around a free and universal vision of music. Gavin Poonoosamy, the founder of this now-unmissable event on the local music scene, spoke to Expat.com.
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Mauritius is taking its attractiveness strategy to the next level. Announced at the Cabinet Meeting on April 10, 2026, a Golden Visa Scheme is currently in the works, alongside a dedicated concierge service for ultra-high-net-worth investors. Behind the announcement lies a clear and deliberate ambition: to capture capital on the move, and fast.
Everyday life
At a time when the Middle East is going through one of its most serious geopolitical crises in decades, Mauritius finds itself on the front line of the economic repercussions of a conflict beyond its control. A recent UNDP report has quantified the extent of these risks with precision. Diesel prices have already increased. Rumors of rising petrol and bread prices continue to circulate, despite government efforts to deny them. Meanwhile, the first concrete responses are beginning to emerge within businesses. Here is a full breakdown of the measures shaping daily life in Mauritius.
Accommodation
For many expatriates, it is the signal they have been waiting for. According to the latest Property Cloud index, rents for properties accessible to foreign tenants have fallen for the first time in several years. While the local rental market continues to climb, this shift creates a window of opportunity for those planning a move to Mauritius. The real question is how long it will stay open.
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The MAMA JAZ festival unveils its Grand Concerts program for April, featuring a series of unmissable musical evenings at the Galerie du Génie, Édith, in Port-Louis. Every Wednesday from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, audiences are invited to explore distinctive artistic worlds brought to life by local talent.
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After the lively summer months, April brings a welcome change of pace to Mauritius. As humidity drops and the atmosphere becomes more pleasant, it's the perfect time to make the most of local events, which are often easier to access. That said, rest assured that the cultural calendar remains packed. From music festivals and international concerts to sporting events and outdoor experiences, April is full of surprises. Here are the highlights to add to your diary.
Everyday life
For years, when people talked about moving to Mauritius, two areas dominated the conversation: the North and the West. Grand Baie meant social life, shopping, and restaurants. Tamarin and Flic-en-Flac offered that sun, surf, and after-work lifestyle. Then, gradually, the South began attracting a new wave of expats seeking something different: more nature, more authenticity, and less congestion. From Bel Ombre to Mahébourg, including Baie du Cap, Riambel, Blue Bay, and Pointe d'Esny, the southern coastline offers unspoiled landscapes, villages that still move to a Mauritian rhythm, and the pleasant sense that time flows a little differently here. So why are so many expats now choosing to settle in the South? Here is the full picture.
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Between national celebrations, live concerts, theatre performances, festivals and sporting events, March brings a vibrant mix of experiences across Mauritius. From official Independence Day ceremonies to cultural outings and open-air gatherings, the month offers plenty of ways to connect with local life. Whether you have just moved to Mauritius or are simply looking for fresh ideas for a solo outing, a family day out or an evening with friends, here is a curated selection of events worth adding to your calendar.
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In Mauritius, padel is experiencing a spectacular boom. Courts are multiplying, tournaments are being organized, and communities are growing. But beyond the trend, this sport plays a particular role in expats' lives. More than just a leisure activity, it has become an anchor point, a catalyst for meeting people, and sometimes even a genuine tool for integration.
Everyday life
Mauritius still feels like a dream destination. With pleasant weather year-round, political stability, a strong sense of safety, a welcoming culture, and a business-friendly environment, it appeals to people relocating for a new job, a fresh start as an entrepreneur, or a more peaceful retirement. But beyond the postcard image, one issue is increasingly hard to ignore: the rising cost of living. It's now a regular topic of conversation and a growing concern across expat communities.
Expat interviews
Everyday life
Caity De Chasteigner Dumée-Duval's move from South Africa to Mauritius marked a turning point in both her personal and professional life. After years in the fast-paced world of corporate advertising, she chose to embrace a different rhythm, one that places family, creativity and balance at the centre. Now based in Tamarin and founder of Eighty Twenty, a creative agency, she reflects on the leap that brought her to the island, the challenges of starting a business as a newcomer, and the philosophy that now guides the way she works and lives.
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The breathtaking lagoons surrounding Mauritius hide a far more fragile reality: a coral reef barrier that is weakening, partly due to plastic pollution. To take action on the ground and raise awareness without shaming anyone, Stéphane Doré, a French resident who has lived on the island since 2018, created Protez Moris. In this interview, he explains the initiative's goals and shares practical steps everyone can take to help protect Mauritius's natural treasure.
Everyday life
When Adam and Tara Short from Sheffield visited Mauritius last November, they didn't expect it to change their lives. But one afternoon on the beach in Grand Baie, they realized this was where they wanted to raise their family. Adam, who runs a car and fishing business, and Tara, who owns a hospitality supply company, wanted a simpler, safer, and more outdoor life for their two sons, Spencer (9) and Xander (4). Just months later, they turned that dream into reality. In this interview, the Short family shares what it's really like to swap the busy streets of Sheffield for island life, from choosing schools and settling in, to discovering their favourite local foods and making Mauritius home.
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Over the last fifteen years, Mauritius's job market has evolved rapidly. As the economy opened up, new sectors emerged, and international professionals increasingly chose the island, recruitment practices naturally followed suit. Today, recruiting in Mauritius is a far more structured and digital process, shaped as much by technology as by a renewed focus on people.
Schools & studies
Born in the heart of Silicon Valley, Holberton School has quickly established itself as a major international player in digital skills training. Its intensive, practice-driven model is built almost entirely around hands-on work and real-world projects, aiming to align learning as closely as possible with professional realities. Now present in around twenty countries, Holberton opened its Mauritius campus in 2025 with a clear goal: to train job-ready tech professionals locally and meet the growing needs of the Mauritian and regional tech ecosystem. In this interview, Frédéric Waeber, cofounder of Holberton Mauritius, reflects on the school's educational philosophy, the rationale for its launch on the island, the challenges it has faced since its inception, and the opportunities emerging for students in a fast-changing sector.
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Shirin Gunny leads the Association of Mauritian Manufacturers (AMM) and has been steering the Made in Moris label since 2013, shaping it into a true driver of national pride and economic transformation. Under her leadership, Made in Moris now brings together more than 300 companies and stands as a strong, unified brand across eight key sectors. A graduate of HEC Montréal, she began her career at Cossette, where her work for international brands earned her major distinctions, including Cannes Lions and the Grand Prix Stratégies. Visionary and strategic, Shirin Gunny has repositioned the AMM as a central force for innovation, responsible production and sustainable industrial development, cultivating partnerships aligned with SDG 17. She is also a visual artist, creating pieces using natural materials.
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Everyday life
Just a few years ago, living in a big city seemed to be a direct association with success. And so was moving to a big city. And a lot of expats, when relocating, were more driven towards big cities for this reason too. But things seem to be changing. If social media is to be believed (and yes, this is very debatable), a lot of people now prefer, given the choice, to settle away from the noise of a big city. Smaller sustainable communities are starting to emerge.
Children
We often talk about how difficult relocation can be for adults. You lose connections with friends and sometimes even family, you suffer from language fatigue, you need to adapt to a completely new way of life. This can be really hard on adults. But then what about children?
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