Mauritius possesses the inherent strengths that shape a resilient and forward-looking economy, making it a go-to destination for cross-border investments, an ideal location for doing business and a hub for lifestyle and tourism.

Having established itself as a tried and trusted platform for global investment and business expansion, the country has also emerged as a growing wealth hub for high-net-worth individuals.

Suneeta Motala

Forbes Communications Council Member

Meaningful Mauritius

Mauritius possesses the inherent strengths that shape a resilient and forward-looking economy, making it a go-to destination for cross-border investments, an ideal location for doing business and a sought-after hub for lifestyle and tourism. It has a dynamic economic environment which thrives on a strategic geographic positioning, a talented workforce, investor-friendly policies, regulatory excellence – all within a setting that offers an exceptional quality of life, from pristine beaches to world-class leisure, culture, and gastronomy.

Having established itself as a tried and trusted platform for global investment and business expansion, the country has also emerged as a growing wealth hub for high-net-worth individuals. With adherence to international best practices and a proven track record of upholding regional benchmarks, Mauritius continues to strengthen its position as a preferred African jurisdiction for investors and businesses worldwide.

One of the key drivers of the region’s economic renaissance is the Mauritius International Financial Centre. Strategically positioned at the crossroads of Africa and Asia, it has evolved into a vital bridge connecting the financial markets of the East and West, while serving as a gateway for trade, investment and capital flows into Africa.

With a new government at the helm, the synergy between public and private sector is poised to accelerate the diversification of economic pillars, fuelling the next wave of growth and transformation for a sustainable Mauritius.

I extend my gratitude to government leaders, private sector executives, and all collaborators for their support and contributions to this unique report. Meaningful Mauritius serves as an essential guide for individuals looking to engage with the island’s dynamic business, investment and lifestyle ecosystem. It features valuable perspectives from top industry leaders across a range of sectors offering insights for those ready to embark on their journey in a country that nurtures ideas, drives growth and champions aspirations.

Whether you are an investor, innovator, lifestyle seeker or entrepreneur, Mauritius equips you with the resources you need to turn ambition into achievement.

Suneeta Motala
Forbes Communications Council Member

 

Dr Jyoti Jeetun

Ministry of Financial Services and Economic Planning

Hon Dhaneshwar Damry

Junior Minister of Finance

Thierry Hebraud

CEO, Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB)

Guillaume Dalais

Chief Executive,
CIEL Group

Priscilla Balgobin-Bhoyrul

Senior Partner and Chairperson, Dentons Mauritius

Junaid Salehmohamed

CEO, 2Futures

Nathaniel Tsang Mang Kin

COO, Stewards Investment Capital

Nathalie Daynes

CEO, Mitco

Anwar Abrar

CEO and Head of Client Coverage, Standard Chartered

Shamima Mallam-Hassam

CEO, Trident Trust Company (Mauritius)

Shalinee Jugessur

Managing Director, Accenture (Mauritius and Vietnam)

Zoubeir Khatib

Managing Director, OAK Group (Mauritius)

What makes Mauritius the ideal investment hub for Africa?

The top 10 reasons to invest in Mauritius

1

Stable democratic political system and sustained economic growth

2

Hybrid legal system with a dual set of laws, including both British Common Law and French Civil Law

3

Availability of highly qualified multilingual workforce, with English and French being the main business languages

4

Sophisticated and robust banking system

5

Home to Africa’s leading and most innovative exchanges which offers an attractive listing, trading and capital-raising platform

6

Extensive network of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements and bilateral investment treaties

7

Free movement of capital, with no foreign exchange controls

8

100% foreign ownership, free repatriation of profits, dividends, and capital

9

No capital gains tax, dividend and interest withholding tax | No estate duty, inheritance or wealth tax

10

Strategic time zone and frequent air connectivity to major European, African and Asian cities

Mauritius at a glance

Investments through the Mauritius IFC

International benchmarks

Good Government Index 2024 (Chandler Institute of Governance)

46th globally
1st in Africa

Global Innovation Index 2024

55th globally
1st in Africa

Ibrahim Index of African Governance 2024(Mo Ibrahim Foundation)

2nd in Africa

Index of Economic Freedom 2024 (Heritage Foundation)

19th globally
1st in Africa

Travel and Tourism Development Index 2024

57th globally
1st in Africa

Democracy Index 2023

20th globally
1st in Africa

Global Peace Index 2024

22nd globally
1st in Africa

Testimonials about the Mauritius IFC

Thank you