Features for expats in Mauritius
Laura Beg is one of the most popular artists of the local Mauritian scene. A popularity slowly spreading besides our borders. After a few years of absence, she returns this year with a new album, Lespri Sega. A new opus which as its name indicates it is entirely dedicated to sega music in an attempt for the singer to reconnect to her roots.
The warmth has given way to cold and windy weather for several weeks now. A winter that is seeming more difficult than usual for many. How are expats coping with winter time on the island? We've checked in with our members.
No masks in public places anymore and clubs and pubs reopen... something to look forward to. What can you do to celebrate this weekend?
After a short hiatus, here's this month's expression in Creole to expand your repertoire: “Bwar disan”.
When the cat's away, the mice will play. On this peak, however, you get to be part of the game. The Le Chat et la Souris mountain, literally the Cat and Mouse mountain, is an incredible hike in the South East of Mauritius. Take a deep breath and awaken your adventurous soul because we are about to begin the ascent.
It is the most iconic hike of the island. A historic mountain, mesmerizing views and a challenging yet accessible hike… If you like hiking, Le Morne mountain will be a real treat for you and your family.
Next to the Saint Pierre church, in the center of Moka, a roadsign shows the direction for Les Mariannes. This small village is a dot on the map of Mauritius, but it remains a must-see and a must-feel.
The Kreol language is full of beautiful expressions. This week, we are going to discover the word (or expression) tiombo.
Work
The pandemic has definitely shaken the world. Still, many countries are stepping up policies for economic recovery. Employers are calling for more straightforward measures to hire foreign talent. However, the situation differs from one country to another. So what are the current labour market trends? What are the opportunities for expats around the world?
If there is one thing that we will remember from the beginning of this year, between the announcement of health restrictions that extend until the end of March, the third dose of mandatory vaccine and the uncertainty of the resumption of classes ... it is undoubtedly this unbearable heat that will have marked us all! We are experiencing one of the hottest and most humid summers with temperatures rising to over 35° in some places.
The countdown is on, this is it! What a tough year 2021 has been! Another year is coming to an end and yet another year with COVID-19. It definitely was not the jolliest of years between the lockdown, the sanitary restrictions, the vaccines, the spread of the virus... But 2021 is coming to an end so let's see it off with a bang and hope for a better 2022! How do Mauritians celebrate the New Year?
Everyday life
Amidst questions, weariness, optimism and resilience, the world faces yet another holiday season, praying that there will not be any more surprises. For expatriates, there are even more uncertainties: to travel or not to travel? Under what conditions? The new COVID-19 variant, Omicron, has added itself to the list of worries and is forcing them to change their plans. What are expats doing this Christmas 2021? Going home or staying put ?
This is one of the most popular Mauritian dishes. The chicken curry is loved by all and relatively easy to make. This week, we introduce the chicken curry recipe, which we are sure will make the whole family happy.
Leisure
Christmas is a special and expected holiday for many to be around family and friends, but also for eating well with traditional foods. From turkey to sprouts, and chicken stews to pan d'épices – whatever festive feast expats are cooking this Christmas, they might be looking to eat, drink and be merry with local festive recipes, or they will even fancy trying international ones. Therefore, we compiled 7 Christmas dishes ideas for expats with alternatives for vegans.
Leisure
Being an expat is a fun adventure, but even the biggest travellers can feel homesick. The warmth and the smells of being back to the place you grew up cannot be exchanged with anything else in the world, and what better time to experience them than during the Christmas holidays.
From the very first beat, Jason Heerah find his way into the hearts of Mauritians and Australians alike. First becoming known thanks to TV contest in Australia in 2004, this musician and singer has just released his new album entitled "La famille" with the group Otentik Groove. A treat for the ears...
Here's this month's new Creole expression to better familiarize yourselves with the language and will allow you to better understand and communicate with Mauritians.
Summer is finally here! Here in Mauritius, the month of November means the start of summer. More poetic than the hum of air conditioning, nature has its own way of telling us it's time for long beach days : the flowering of seasonal trees and the appearance of mangoes, lychees and other delicacies.
Other Types
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.
Visas
Mauritius is taking its attractiveness strategy to the next level. Announced at the Cabinet Meeting on April 10, 2026, a Golden Visa Scheme is currently in the works, alongside a dedicated concierge service for ultra-high-net-worth investors. Behind the announcement lies a clear and deliberate ambition: to capture capital on the move, and fast.
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