Features for expats in Mauritius

The Blue Penny Museum is currently hosting a free exhibition dedicated entirely to brèdes (leafy vegetables). The exhibition, running until January 13, 2024, results from a collaboration between artists Deepa Bauhadoor and Emmanuel Richon. Discover this star of local cuisine with Expat.com.

This weekend is your golden ticket to savings! The highly anticipated Black Friday has returned, and local businesses are going all out with exclusive offers throughout the entire weekend. From large shopping malls to quaint boutiques, now's the perfect time to indulge in the shopping frenzy and score fantastic discounts!

Every year around this time, a subtle enchantment unfolds beneath the waves of Blue Bay, Pointe d'Esny, and Mahébourg, the sea takes on a rosy hue.

Displayed at the Caudan Art Center from November 10 to 22, Elizabeth Leech's exhibit, "Shadows and Scale," takes viewers on a visual journey through the concealed pathways of Port Louis' meat market. This monochromatic exploration surpasses the confines of documentary photography, presenting a tribute to everyday life in Mauritius.

This week in Mauritius was marked by torrential rains causing flooding in several regions, the passing of a prominent figure in local politics, and the inauguration of a new Decathlon store.

Mauritius boasts around 750 species of vascular plants, with an impressive 43% being unique to the region, making it one of the most diverse places on Earth. However, this richness is facing a serious threat, as 22% of these species are critically endangered, and nearly 50 plant species are on the verge of extinction.

As is the tradition, Mauritians will come together to celebrate Diwali on November 12. To mark this festive occasion, Expat.com has curated a selection of exciting events for you to make the most of this joyful celebration.

Concerts, festivals, workshops, etc. Summer is already here, and with it comes a host of activities. Not sure what to choose? We're here to help with our November events calendar.

Mauritian Creole, known as "Morisian Kreol," is a rich source of unique, poetic, vibrant, and often amusing expressions. To celebrate International Creole Language and Culture Day, Expat.com invites you to explore some of the gems of our local language.

In Mauritius, SIM card holders are required to re-register their SIM cards with their respective operators within a six-month period. Beginning on October 31, 2023, the Information and Communication Technologies (Registration of SIM) Regulations 2023 will be enforced. These regulations, initiated as a result of recommendations from the Commission of Enquiry on Drugs, aim to ensure that every SIM card is registered in the name of its user, safeguarding against fraud and identity theft.

It's your first summer in Mauritius, and you want to make the most of it? Expat.com has put together a list of the must-see and must-do for this season.

With the recent persistent absence of rainfall, our reservoirs are now showing signs of declining water levels, raising concerns of an impending drought. In this article, we'll discuss how we can proactively address this situation and offer insights into preparations.

Halloween is just around the corner, and you're still unsure what to do? Look no further! We've got you covered with the latest events happening on the island in Expat.com's October diary.

This week in Mauritius was marked by significant developments across various fronts. Here's a breakdown.

Amidst Mauritius' pressing environmental challenges, the government has introduced an ambitious bill aimed at replacing the outdated Environmental Protection Act. This legislative move holds significant potential for shaping the nation's ecological trajectory.

This week has been eventful in Mauritius, with the MCB falling victim to a hacker attack, the release of new tourism statistics, the decision to maintain the BoM's key interest rate, and the passing of Azize Asgarally, a significant figure in Mauritian politics.