Expat news in Mauritius
Construction in Mauritius has always been a dynamic and rapidly expanding sector. However, in August 2024, the sector will face a new surge in the prices of construction materials, affecting both large projects and small renovations. This price increase is due to a series of global and local factors, leading to significant repercussions for expatriates and residents planning construction projects on the island.
Cost of living
This week in Mauritius, price surge for construction materials, growing disenchantment with democracy in, Air Mauritius flights to Rome suspended and much more.
This week in Mauritius, rising shipping costs, price hikes on imported fruits, foreign investment in real estate and more…
Food supply is a crucial issue for Mauritius, an island that imports a significant portion of its food. This week, the local egg shortage has made headlines, and the steady rise in prices over recent months continues to worry consumers. The closure of the Suez Canal highlights the island's vulnerability to global disruptions. How can Mauritians and expatriates adapt to this volatility and ensure their food security?
This past week has seen a range of significant developments across Mauritius, spanning economic updates, public health concerns, agricultural advancements, and cultural innovations. Here are the main stories.
Everyday life
This week, Mauritius experiences yet another anticyclone, a leadership transition in one of the country's biggest private sector groups. The government also announced the opening of online applications for public allowances, which was announced in the budget speech, and a major drug seizure.
Welcome to this week's update on the latest happenings in Mauritius. This edition highlights the depreciation of the Mauritian rupee, significant diplomatic developments, tourism milestones, and vibrant cultural events that are shaping the island nation.
Noémie, a French expat living in Mauritius,shares with us her journey, motivations, and challenges faced on the island. With a lifelong passion for animals, Noémie combines her love for horses with her involvement in the real estate sector, making significant contributions to both expat and local communities.
Drivers need to be on their guard as fines for around thirty traffic offenses are set to increase shortly. Additionally, hospitals have recently reported a surge of 5,000 respiratory infection cases.
This week was marked by a tragedy on the Metro Express tracks, new government commitments in the fintech sector, a promising report on inclusivity, and the transfer of part of HSBC's operations to Absa Bank.
Mauritius has experienced a week brimming with notable announcements and ambitious projects. The government has prioritized infrastructure upgrades, enhanced environmental protection, and wider sector access for Indian workers.
This week in Mauritius the first Tiny Forest in the region was launched thanks to Alteo, new figures from Statistics Mauritius reveal data on unemployment and the country's budget deficit and casino employees demand better working conditions.
This week in Mauritius: AI leadership, equal opportunities, banking growth, and SIM card registration delay.
This week, Mauritius is strengthening its ties with the United States in the Indian Ocean. Meanwhile, dengue and leptospirosis continue to concern health authorities, and a new solar power plant has opened in Bambous.
This week, Mauritius and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement, recent data highlighted an increase in national reserves, and the Information & Communication Technology Authority (ICTA) disclosed the current number of registered SIM cards.
Since the start of the year, Mauritius has been grappling with an alarming rise in leptospirosis cases, with twenty reported instances, including five in April alone. This spike in cases is closely linked to the rainy season, which creates ideal conditions for the spread of this disease.
This May started with the premiere of a new local movie, "Âme Cœur," by artist Ryan Krishna Appadoo, better known by his pen name, Daarka. Careful, however, as the movie is in French and Creole.
This week, Mauritians celebrate Labor Day, cope with an outbreak of conjunctivitis, and review new findings from Statistics Mauritius about local household incomes.
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Leisure
Lots of exciting events await you, expats, in July despite the cold and rainy weather. From cultural festivals to concerts and creative workshops, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Here's a roundup of the must-attend events happening across the island throughout the month.
Like many places around the globe, Mauritius will be celebrating Music Day this Friday, June 21. The island will host numerous events, and here are the top ones you shouldn't miss this year.
Winter has arrived in Mauritius, bringing with it a craving for warm, comforting meals in the evening. What better way to satisfy this than with a delicious bowl of halim?
With World Environment Day just around the corner, Expat.com takes you on a journey to discover the iconic eco-friendly spots on our island.
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