Features for expats in Mauritius
Cyclones, formidable tropical storms originating from warm seas, have been a recurring feature in the local weather patterns for many years. While their arrival is dreaded during the cyclone season, typically spanning from December to March, the lingering question is whether we should truly fear these natural phenomena.
To kick off the year on a positive note, Expat has put together a list of the hottest events happening in January!
To celebrate the New Year in style, Expat.com has put together a small selection of festive events taking place on our island on the 31st!
With the holiday season right around the corner, Expat.com has curated a delightful menu featuring local flavors.
As the holiday season approaches, consider embracing authenticity by choosing gifts made in Mauritius for your loved ones. Here's a selection of local gems to make Christmas unforgettable.
It's that time of year, and if you're still unsure about what gifts to get your loved ones for the holidays, don't worry! Expat.com has compiled a list of Christmas markets happening on the island this December.
Looking for some excitement during this warm holiday season? Check out a variety of enjoyable events happening on our island this December.
Leisure
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.
Leisure
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.
Pets
Are you an animal lover who can't imagine their daily life without a furry friend by their side? Are you considering relocating to Mauritius and want to bring your pet along? Here's what you need to know if you're a pet enthusiast.
Other Types
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Magellan
Wrong permit, wrong structure, underestimated banking delays: some relocations to Mauritius fall behind from the very first weeks. Not because the island is complicated. But because the steps were not prepared in the right order.
Work
A tech entrepreneur for more than twenty years and based in Mauritius for the past five, Breno Le Gal has built a career that bridges digital innovation, craftsmanship and local entrepreneurship. After founding Ewa's Kitchen, an artisanal business born from a deeply personal journey, he went on to create Crafty, an AI-powered management solution designed to support artisans and independent creators. In this interview, Breno shares his entrepreneurial journey, his perspective on the challenges facing Mauritian artisans, and his vision for a more accessible digital future for small businesses.
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Mauritius Telecom
In a context where energy efficiency and mobility are essential, Work From Home has become a necessity. To support this shift, Mauritius Telecom is proposing exceptional offers designed to transform every Mauritian home into a high-performance workspace and study hub.
Everyday life
Within just a few days, a wide stretch of sand vanished along the west coast of Mauritius. A stark episode that lays bare a truth backed by data, even as authorities moved quickly to try to restore the situation: the island is among the most vulnerable in the world to rising sea levels and coastal erosion.
Schools & studies
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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