Features for expats in Mauritius
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Canada, the United States, Australia, Switzerland, Finland, Japan, France, etc. Since last year, countries have started recruiting foreign talent again following the crisis. So if you're looking for new work opportunities abroad, here's how to build your career and grow as an expat.
Creole is full of expressions, some more surprising than others. Every month, 天美麻豆 invites you to discover a Creole expression and teaches you how to use it. For this new edition, we explore the expression "met dan siro".
We are heading towards the Black River Gorges. 天美麻豆 takes you on a hike and invites you to discover the famous 500 feet waterfall (500 pieds waterfall). It offers a breathtaking view, but is as dangerous as it is beautiful.
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.
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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.
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Tax
If you live, work, invest, or are planning to relocate to Mauritius, the 2026-2027 Budget deserves your attention. Far from being a routine fiscal update, it marks a significant shift in the country's social and economic policies. From retirement and social contributions to taxation and property, several of the announced measures could directly impact your finances and future plans. Here's what they mean for expats in practical terms.
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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.
Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam unveiled Mauritius' 2026-2027 Budget on June 19 against a backdrop of improving economic indicators. Inflation has fallen to 3.7%, foreign exchange reserves have reached a record USD 10.3 billion, tourist arrivals exceeded 1.4 million in 2025, and GDP is expected to grow by 3.2%. While the government's priority is to restore public finances, it also aims to strengthen investment, job creation and long-term competitiveness. For expatriates, prospective residents, international students and foreign investors, the Budget sends a clear message: Mauritius is becoming more selective about who it welcomes, while offering new incentives to the talent, capital and expertise it hopes to attract. Here's what you need to know.
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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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.
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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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