Expat news in Mauritius
This week's news highlights in Mauritius: A new Metro Express route connecting Phoenix to Ebène/Réduit, a new beach management plan launched in Flic-en-Flac, almost 600,000 tourists in Mauritius from January to June and athlete Anais Angeline qualifies for Paris' Paralympics.
Everyday life
This week's highlights: Mauritius is 23rd most peaceful country worldwide, decrease in unemployment rates, the country's exclusive economic zone is expanding, and there was an earthquake near Rodrigues.
Everyday life
A few significant events this past week: a peaceful march organized to raise awareness about the harmful effects of drug use, an ambitious solar power plant project was launched, aiming to harness renewable energy for the country, a notable increase in reported cases of dengue fever, prompting preventive measures and heightened vigilance. And finally, a report comparing gender equality in Mauritius to the rest of the world has been published, shedding light on the progress made and the challenges that still exist.
Everyday life
This week, there were demonstrations in Rodrigues, a new fishing port project in Mahebourg, and the passing of a prominent public figure.
Everyday life
On June 23, 2023, a somber milestone was reached as it marked the 50th anniversary of the forced removal of the Chagossians, a community of island people living in the Chagos Archipelago situated in the Indian Ocean.
Health system
Also referred to as "tropical flu," dengue fever is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti, and it poses a significant public health challenge in Mauritius. The island's rainy season provides favorable conditions for mosquito breeding, resulting in frequent cases of dengue fever.
Everyday life
This week, the MCB secured a loan worth millions of dollars, there was news about a new metro line being planned, there have been worrisome reports of new dengue fever cases, and Mauritius and Réunion are strengthening their collaboration.
Roches-Noires, a coastal village in Mauritius, is currently at the center of a heated debate surrounding a new real estate development project. The village, known for its untouched beaches, caves, and abundant flora, has managed to preserve its authentic charm. However, the announcement of a new smart city project by PR Capital has ignited passionate reactions, pitting project proponents against environmental advocates concerned about the potential risks to the region's ecologically sensitive areas.
Everyday life
This week, Mauritius made headlines with several noteworthy events. New data regarding inflation and tourism were published, World Environment Day was celebrated, and updates were made to the Safe City surveillance cameras.
Cost of living
The government has recently launched a new application called MOPRI, aiming to control the effects of inflation. This tool allows users to compare prices of products at different local stores.
Everyday life
In the news for the week of May 29, significant developments include the ban on vaping, the groundbreaking ceremony for a new US Embassy, and the election of new mayors and deputy mayors.
In the news this week, a festival to celebrate African arts and culture launched, municipal elections postponed and a mega-beach clean up organized.
Everyday life
In the news in Mauritius this week: a significant drop in the unemployment rate has been recorded, a technical committee to restructure fuel prices will soon be set up, and April 6 has been declared the National Sega Day.
Networking
Kenya star singer and media personality Anto Neosoul, performs for the first time in Mauritius. His music genre transcends Africa and blends many influences from Britain and America, as well as South African soulfoul singer. His sound is a mix of pop, jazz, soul and R&B, which in many ways blends perfectly with The Clarisse Sisters' influences. However, like our island unique Trio, Anto Nesoul will mesmerize you with his vocal abilities. Come and discover “Out of Africa”, a joint concert where Kenya meets Mauritius, to take you on a spectacular musical journey.
Everyday life
Thanks to its favorable legal, administrative and incentive environment, as well as its attractive initiatives for foreign investors, Mauritius is currently one of the favorite destinations for Europeans looking to settle overseas.
This week's news in Mauritius: supermarket prices set to drop, pharmacists oppose a new government reform, scams on WhatsApp, and the government wants to order more COVID-19 vaccines.
Everyday life
This week in Mauritius, Labor Day was celebrated by workers around the island, a new alarming ranking of the NGO Reporters Without Borders was published, and new figures on the country's public debt were released.
Numbeo, a statistical database, recently released its latest report on the cost of living in various countries. Unfortunately, Mauritius has not been immune to the global inflationary trend caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the conflict in Ukraine. Nevertheless, let's delve into the cost of living data for Mauritius, as presented by Numbeo.
Other Types
Work
After several years in the technology sector, Benoit Debellaire returned to Mauritius with the ambition of making business management simpler for local entrepreneurs. In 2020, he founded B-Wi and later developed BoS, a Mauritian cloud-based platform designed to reduce paperwork, automate everyday tasks, and bring essential business tools into one place. In this interview, he discusses his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of building a local tech company, and the role digitalization and artificial intelligence can play in the future of businesses in Mauritius.
Everyday life
What can you expect when you move to Mauritius when it comes to the school holidays? This will vary depending on whether you opt for an international school or a local government school; if you choose an international school, it varies again based on whether it is a French-speaking school or an English-speaking school. Before we even look at what expats do during their school holidays you need to understand how schooling works in Mauritius.
Work
From opening a startup's first international office in Dubai to scaling and selling a successful events-tech company before launching a new AI venture from Mauritius, Aymeric de Guerre has built his career around identifying opportunities and taking calculated risks. As the co-founder of Duodeal, he is rethinking how businesses create and deliver commercial proposals through artificial intelligence and interactive customer experiences. In this interview, he reflects on the milestones that shaped his entrepreneurial journey, the lessons he has drawn from working across international markets, and why he believes Mauritius has the potential to become a leading hub for innovation and startups.
Leisure
July promises to be especially lively in Mauritius despite the whims of Mother Nature. With a number of concerts, festivals, sporting competitions, electro nights, networking events, and outdoor gatherings, there will be something for everyone throughout the month. Whether you've just arrived or you're a regular on the local events scene, our selection will help you make the most of this month.
Work
In just a few years, Mauritius has built an entrepreneurial ecosystem that is visible, structured, and supported by serious public-private partnerships. But beneath this momentum, deep obstacles persist for expat entrepreneurs: a market too small to scale on one's own, funding that dries up at the worst moment, and a talent shortage that nobody had truly anticipated. An overview of a maturing ecosystem, and what it means for foreign entrepreneurs who have chosen Mauritius to grow their business.
Everyday life
What if a plane ticket could change the course of your life? For Célia Debove, that's exactly what happened. At 32, she made the bold decision to leave behind the beauty salon she had spent eight years building, her loyal clients, and the life she knew in northern France to start over in Mauritius. It wasn't an escape, but a conscious choice to live in alignment with the person she had become through years of solo travel, self-discovery, and personal growth. Now based in the south of the island, she helps travelers design meaningful experiences and encourages women who dream of traveling alone to take their first step into the unknown. In this interview, she reflects on the doubts, challenges, and opportunities that shaped her journey.
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