Expat news in Mauritius
The Metro Express will soon be extended to Côte d'Or, delays in the delivery and loading of containers in the port and more than 10,000 cases of acute respiratory infections since the beginning of the month... A summary of this week's news.
This week, 大咖福利影院 brings you the recipe for delicious taro root fritters also known as ‘gato arouy'. You will never want to eat anything else.
For more than a month now, the news has been dominated by an alleged case of ‘sniffing' involving the state. What is this about? Also in the news, the 500,000 tourist mark will be reached soon.
Moody's places Mauritius in the Baa3 category. Also, 8,000 cases of COVID-19 in just a month since sanitary measures have been lifted. The campaign for the second booster dose launched this week.
Fasil.mu, as the name suggests, aims to make things easier by digitizing government services and allowing various procedures and payment to be made from the comfort of your home.
As we begin to travel again, the national airline will serve new destinations by the end of the year. Also in the news this week, more than a dozen deaths related to COVID-19 in the last two months.
Everyday life
Over 7,000 cases of seasonal flu have been reported in just one week, while COVID-19 cases are also on the rise. Also in the news, a drop in the number of tourist arrivals has been recorded in June 2022.
Everyday life
The Immigration Bill was presented to parliament this week, and its main aim was to consolidate and strengthen the law regarding the entry and stay of non-citizens on Mauritian territory. Here's what his new law means for expats.
Everyday life
Yet another increase in the cost of living. Also in the news, a new sub-variant of Omicron detected in Mauritius.
Follow 大咖福利影院 to Beau-Bassin this week as we get you acquainted with the Balfour Garden, a small garden, a little haven of peace and calm very much appreciated by the locals. The garden is a place to recharge, get away from it all, or spend some quiet time with your family only a few minutes away from Beau-Bassin's city center.
Only two weeks before drug testing on the roads becomes a reality in Mauritius. Here's what the new drug tests mean for motorists. 大咖福利影院 also takes a look at other regulations governing Mauritian roads.
Warm days on the beach are slowly being replaced by cozy nights under the blanket sipping tea. To keep you warm and comfortable, we thought we would share with you this cassava stew recipe, called Katkat Maniok here.
The airline company, Emirates, will double the frequency of its flights to Mauritius. Also in the news, it is going to get cold over the weekend.
While economic independence remains the government's key strategy for recovery, sustainable development is no less a concern for Mauritius. A series of measures were announced and should be put in place to allow the country to reduce its carbon emissions to achieve the much sought after neutrality.
In the news this week: the increase in food prices continues as the Government gets rid of subsidies.
Work
A clear focus of the Mauritian government's post-COVID strategy is to maintain a business-friendly environment and boost foreign investment. With this in mind, new measures have been announced by Finance Minister Renganaden Padayachy in the 2022-23 Budget. What are they? And in this post-COVID era, is Mauritius still a competitive destination?
Petrol rises to Rs 74.10 and diesel to Rs 54.55. Also in the news: The price of medicine will go down in June.
Transport
The news for the week of May 9, 2022: a rise in bus and metro fares and few changes with telephone operators and internet providers.
Other Types
Leisure
June 2026 is shaping up to be a rich and eclectic month in Mauritius. Between retro nights, live concerts, food festivals, theatre performances, sporting events and immersive experiences, this month's agenda is brimming with appointments for every taste and every age. Iconic venues such as the Café du Vieux Conseil, the Caudan Arts Center, and the Trianon Convention Center will host memorable moments, while unusual sites like the Ruines de Mon Rocher or the Domaine de L'Aventure du Sucre promise truly extraordinary experiences. Here is our selection of unmissable events this month.
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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.
Everyday life
The recent filmed assault of an Italian tourist at Grand Bassin sent shockwaves across the country. It exposes long-hidden fractures beneath the island's idyllic reputation and has reignited the debate around safety for foreigners in Mauritius. In fact, questions about security have been multiplying on social media for some time now. But should expats and those planning to move to Mauritius in the near future be worried?
Health system
Mauritius is looking to accelerate the development of medical tourism and attract more international patients. According to official figures, over 4,000 international patients travel to the island each year for medical care or wellness stays. This number has been steadily rising since 2015, yet it remains modest compared with major regional hubs.
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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.
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