Features for expats in Mauritius
Schools & studies
All schools in Mauritius are closed since the lockdown was announced. Still, international schools have implemented homeschooling to help their students during this complicated period. Kirsty Lallchand, Head of Dukesbridge Primary school, talks to us about the challenges and benefits of homeschooling.
Leisure
Including a workout in your routine will definitely help maintain mental and emotional balance during these uncertain times. Inka Goodwin, a Personal Trainer (PT) living and working in Mauritius gives us a few tips on keeping fit during the lockdown.
Blakkayo is an artist and an activist. His fourth album came out in February. A whole eleven years after Love N Respect, Orizinal Blakkayo is back with "Soz serye". Twenty-two songs on this new album. This is the perfect occasion for expats to get to know this singer.
For environmental, religious or even animal protection reasons, more and more people are adopting vegetarian or vegan diets. How easy is it to live in Mauritius when you are a vegetarian or a vegan?
Everyday life
Mauritius, you would have noticed it by now, is an absolute melting pot of cultures and religions. Four main religious groups can be found amongst the Mauritian population: Islam, Hinduism, Christianism and Buddhism.
We're bringing to you this week, a rather rare mauritian creole expression, but definitely an interesting one. Here what it means and how you can use it.
Rainy season on the island calls for one thing for hikers: waterfalls! Yes, the January to March period is the best time to visit waterfalls. Here is a list of the most beautiful and most accessible waterfalls on the island.
The creole language is full of surprising expressions. With the aim of giving you the full Mauritian experience, 天美麻豆 will bring you a new expression every month. This week, we are teaching you the meaning of “bat bis” in Mauritian creole.
Leisure
In Mauritius and in Rodrigues, trail races are becoming more and more popular every year. Whether you're a trail runner, or you just want to see more of this beautiful island, here are a few trail races not to be missed this year
Pets
You love animals and cannot imagine living without them? Are you planning to travel to Mauritius with your cat or dog or would you rather adopt one once you've settled down? Here's all you need to know as a pet lover.
Everyday life
The "minn bwi", with its Chinese, Indian and Creole influences, is a bit of a testament to Mauritian multiculturality. The dish is essentially boiled noodles that can be accompanied by a plethora of sauces, curries and broths that are particularly rich in flavor, spicy and colorful. Here are a few of the best spots for a “minn bwi”.
Leisure
Do you know that holiday feeling? When there seems to be more hours in a day, when you dare to wear the super colourful mini dress or those bright shorts, when you do not take life with a pinch of salt and embrace whatever comes your way… Well, in Rodrigues, this dolce vita is a life philosophy. Add to the mix white sandy beaches and turquoise waters and an incredibly kind population. 天美麻豆 takes you on vacation to Rodrigues!
Leisure
A new single, a chance to participate in Eesti Laul, a singing competition that can take him to Eurovision… Hans Nayna's year is off to a good start. 天美麻豆 seizes this opportunity to kickstart our series on Mauritian artists with the singer-songwriter, author and singer of “Mo Lam” that you can discover below.
Leisure
Visiting Port-Louis is one of the first things expats and visitors do. For its vibrant life, history, its market and… its street food! But how about taking it a step further? How about seeing the busy capital city of the island from above surrounded by the north-western blue lagoon from above? It truly is a treat to the eyes. 天美麻豆 has asked a few experienced hikers about the best spots for a panoramic view of the capital city.
She was not insensitive to the ordeal faced by her host country. Indeed, Mauritius, a small island in the Indian Ocean, had to deal with a massive oil spill on their South-Eastern coast when a Japanese vessel ran aground on a coral reef. Lucy, a South African expat and Youtuber, who has been living on the island for three years tells us a little about this disaster.
Work
One of the world's best destinations for living abroad, Mauritius is considered a haven for entrepreneurs, regardless of their origins. A French entrepreneur living on the island, Clément recently developed a mobile dating application with his dedicated team. He talks about his experience and project to 天美麻豆.
They are students from all over the African continent. They all live in Mauritius. And they have come together behind the cause of women in the tech industry. This group of students are organizing the Switch conference which aims at bringing together women in tech, students, policy makers and the corporate sector. This is their story through the eyes of Cathy and Angie, two members of the team.
Everyday life
When you hear about Mauritius, the first things that come to mind are inevitably exotic beaches and gorgeous landscapes. While those are definitely some of the main attractions, there are much more to learn about Mauritius, especially if you're planning to relocate there as an expat.
Other Types
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.
Work
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.
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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