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What were expats surprised to discover in Mauritius?

Expats know it: no matter how much information you have about a country before moving, there will always be things that surprise us. Especially when it comes to folklore, habits or culture.

This week's news in brief

Between the whims of Mother Nature's and the closing of money exchange bureaus until further notice, here's what happened in Mauritius this week.

Mauritius at the whim of Mother Nature

Although the weather is expected to improve by the weekend, Mauritius has experienced a nightmare in recent days. On Wednesday, several regions, mainly in the south, were underwater. But what led to such a dramatic situation?

What you should keep in mind when the lockdown ends

On May 1, 2021, Mauritius is entering its second phase of deconfinement. Here's an insight into the activities that will be allowed and those that remain prohibited.

How to order your favourite food during the lockdown in Mauritius

Are you tempted by a delicious KFC or a McDonald's burger? Or a nice “mine bouillie” in your favourite snack? Like most people in Mauritius, you're probably waiting for the lockdown to end so that you can have your favourite foods. How about getting them delivered to your doorstep?

Could immigration be the key to global economic recovery?

In the COVID-19 era, many countries such as Canada, New Zealand and South Korea are placing their bets on immigration for economic recovery. Can immigration be the answer to the current economic downturn?

COVID-19: Is the end of the second wave on the horizon?

Figures communicated this week by the Ministry of Health are quite positive. Currently, there are only 154 active COVID-19 cases in Mauritius. Here is an overview of the situation.

Where do Mauritian towns and villages get their names from?

It might not be very perceptible in English but Mauritian towns and villages can have peculiar names, to say the least. Here is a rundown of how some Mauritian towns and villages were named.

Almost in lockdown: Expats take on the current situation

On the 1st of April, Mauritius entered a rather ambiguous phase of this second lockdown. How are expats coping with this? And what are their thoughts?

Easter celebrations in Mauritius amid the lockdown

Like last year, Easter will be celebrated this Sunday in Mauritius amid the lockdown. But being locked down doesn't mean you can't enjoy it at all. Although churches will be closed, families will still gather in peace and harmony.

Mauritius extends lockdown due to rising number of COVID-19 cases

Mauritius has a record of 439 local COVID-19 cases since March 5, 2021. As we publish this article, there were 337 active cases on the island. The situation has become so alarming that the government chose to extend the lockdown until April 30, 2021. Here's what you need to know.

Dolores Semeraro: An expat promoting the revival of international tourism

Dolores Semeraro is an Italian expat with more than 15 years of career in the hospitality industry, marketing and commerce. In 2016, she moved to Mauritius after staying in the Maldives and China. Dolores recently started a podcast called “Truth Behind Travel”, on which she interviews leaders and experts in the travel industry.

Federica: Reinventing oneself during a pandemic as an expat in Mauritius

Federica, who was an operator in the tourism sector, was not going to sit and wait for this ordeal to be over in order to start all over again. The Italian expat and mother of two turned herself to her second passion: baking. And today, it is her main economic activity.

Mauritius: The first phase of end of lockdown to begin on April 1st

Given the rising number of Covid-19 cases over the past few weeks, extending the lockdown was inevitable for Mauritius. On Tuesday, March 23, Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth announced a new action plan for a slow return to normal as from April 1st.

The digitalisation process in Mauritius

Sandeep Ramgoolam is a young Mauritian working as a Senior Front End Developper for Ringier South Africa, a company specialised in software development for internet marketplace. He talks to Expat.com about the digitalisation process in Mauritius.

This week's local news in brief

Locked down since a week, Mauritius is currently struggling against the pandemic. Still, here's an insight into what happened during the past few days.

"Baja", "dipain frire", "gateau pomme de terre": easy Mauritian recipes to try during the lockdown

Are you looking for new recipes to keep yourself busy during the lockdown and surprise your family? “Baja” (or "pakoras"), “dipain frire” (batter-fried bread) and “gateau pomme de terre” (batter-fried potatoes) are popular snacks in Mauritius. Besides, they're easy to prepare. Here is how to!

Lockdown in Mauritius: Key points to consider

Since Wednesday, March 10, at 6 a.m., Mauritius has been locked down again until March 25. The population had been expecting this measure after ten new cases by local transmission were reported earlier this week. On Wednesday morning, there were a total of 28 positive COVID-19 cases.

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Retiring in Mauritius

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Death of an expatriate in Mauritius

Losing a loved one abroad is an especially difficult ordeal. On top of grief, families must navigate unfamiliar ...

Getting married in Mauritius

Mauritius has long been one of the world's most sought-after wedding destinations, and it is easy to ...

Acquiring Mauritian citizenship

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Traveling to Mauritius

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