Mauritius : Your Trusted Partner

Trade & Investment Mission in South Africa

8th – 16th of May 2023

Johannesburg | Cape Town | Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) | Durban

In view of strengthening and consolidating business ties between Mauritius and South Africa, the Economic Development Board of Mauritius (EDB) is organizing a Roadshow in South Africa from the 08 to 16 May 2023.

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EDB Mauritius brings investment drive to SA

The Economic Development Board of Mauritius is leading a group made up of private players on a multi-sectoral roadshow to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Gqeberha, and Durban from May 8 to May 16, 2023, to fortify business ties with South Africans.

Kashish Jadoo, Senior Professional at the EDB spoke on Channel Africa’s Africa in Business show

Kashish Jadoo, Senior Professional at the EDB spoke on Channel Africa’s Africa in Business show hosted by Lulu Gaboo on Thursday, 04 May 2023. The discussions were geared towards Mauritius as an investment of choice to live and work, as well as to highlight the upcoming business forum event opportunities in South Africa.

Faraz Rojid, Director of Silver Economy at the EDB spoke on SAFM’s Full Circle hosted by Bridget Masinga

Faraz Rojid, Director of Silver Economy at the EDB spoke on SAFM’s Full Circle hosted by Bridget Masinga on Friday, 05 May 2023. The discussions were geared towards Mauritius as an investment of choice to live and work, as well as to highlight the upcoming business forum event opportunities in South Africa.

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Mauritius at a glance

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Population

English / French

Official Languages

$ 8600

GDP per capita (2021)

89 %

Adult Literacy Rate

2020 km2

Area

GMT+ 0

Time Zone

Mauritian Rupee (MUR)

Currency
1 ZAR ≈ MUR 2.5 (April 2023)

Napoleonic Civil Code and the "British Common Law"

Legal framework

Discover Investment & Trade Opportunities in Mauritius

Invest in the Real Estate Sector

The real estate development aims to make Mauritius a dynamic business and financial centre. The strategies at work consist of achieving the following three points: a competitive economy with world-class infrastructure (housing, retail and lifestyle); facilities and amenities to attract world-class players; regional headquarters and multinationals.

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Invest in Trade & Manufacturing

Mauritius has earned a good name as a high quality and reliable supplier through continuous innovation in different sectors such as Textile and Apparel, Agro-Processing, Seafood Processing, Jewellery and Light Engineering. The manufacturing industry stands as a dynamic engine of growth with a GDP contribution of 13,2% (2021) and provides employment to nearly 85,000 people.

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Mauritius International Financial Centre

The Mauritius IFC boasts more than two decades’ track record in cross-border investment and finance and offers an unparalleled well-regulated and transparent platform. As an internationally recognised jurisdiction of repute, the Mauritius IFC is home to a number of international banks, legal firms, corporate services, investment funds and private equity funds.

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Retire in Mauritius

If you want to work, retire, invest, or just relax, Mauritius is the place to be. Choosing to live in Mauritius will give access to multiple benefits including tax regimes, political and social stability, multiculturalism, extensive air access and many others. Mauritius welcomes esteemed travelers/foreigners seeking to prolong their feeling of wellness with its warmth, secure and tropical climate.

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Mauritius - South Africa : A thriving business relation reaching new heights

FDI relations with Mauritius
- South Africa is the 2nd largest source of FDI after France (25% of total FDI)
- Direct Investment Flows in Mauritius : MUR 2,236 M (2021)
- Direct Investment Flows from Mauritius : MUR 11 M (2021)
- Major SA companies in Mauritius : Investec, SANLAM, Discovery, GUD Air Filters
- Major SA brands in Mauritius : Woolworths, Food Lovers Market, Spur, Nando’s, Ocean Basket etc.

Major SA companies in Mauritius

Major SA brands in Mauritius

- SA imports from Mauritius
  - Import value: USD 245 million or MUR 11,1 billion (Statistics Mauritius, 2022)
  - Main products: Textile, apparel & clothing (78%)
- SA exports to Mauritius
  - Export value: USD 585 million or MUR 26,475 million (Statistics Mauritius, 2022)
  - Main products: Mineral fuels, oils, coals, live bovine/cattle, machinery, mechanical & electrical appliance, vehicles, pharmaceutical products, food products
  South Africa was the largest export market for Mauritius in 2022, representing 13.36% of total exports
- Trade Opportunities with South Africa
  - Export opportunities: Medical devices (stents, catheters, ophthalmic prosthesis etc.), Beverages – spirits & rums, Jewellery, Optical frames & glasses, PPEs
  - Import Potential: Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics, Medical devices, Electronic Goods, FMCG, Fabricated metal products, Food products, Beverages, Automotive components, Chemical, adhesives, abrasives, PPEs
- Investment Opportunities in South Africa
  - Advanced manufacturing (ICT), Green Industries and natural gas, Service exports and tourism, Agriculture value chain, Infrastructure.
- Bilateral Relations between Mauritius & South Africa
  - Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA)- In force since 2015
  - Investment Promotion & Protection Agreement (IPPA) – In force since 2005
  - A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Trade and Investment South Africa (TISA) a division of the Department of Trade and Industry South Africa (2013)

Connectivité Aérienne

Mauritius to Johannesburg
	3 times per week
	6 times per week
	7 times per week
Mauritius to Nairobi
	7 times per week
Mauritius to Cape Town
	2-3 times per week

*Please note that flight schedules may fluctuate.

Cargo:
1 flight on South Africa for the month of March 2023.

- Tourist Arrivals
  - Tourist Arrival – 96,316 (2022)
  - Occupation Permit Holders – 1247 (2021)

Maritime Connectivity

Destination	Frequency	Lead Time
Imports from South Africa to Mauritius
Durban	Weekly	5-10 days approx
Export from Mauritius to South Africa
Durban	Weekly	5-10 days approx
Cape Town	Weekly	5-10 days approx
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)	Weekly	5-10 days approx

Témoignages

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Mauritius in the news

Mauritius Remains Attractive To South Africans Looking For Lifestyle, Property And Investments Security

As more South Africans seek a change of scenery to live, work or invest in, Mauritius continues to feature high on the list. Therefore, according to Park Lane Properties head of South African operations, Leana Nel, more South Africans are researching the island lifestyle and exploring investment opportunities.

Why Local Entrepreneurs are Investing in Mauritius

“Mauritius is emerging as a particularly popular location for South African entrepreneurs to expand their operations due to its close proximity, attractive tax laws and the lifestyle benefits the island offers,” explains Grant Smee, Managing Director of the Only Realty Property Group.

Living, learning and earning in and from Mauritius

The small Indian-Ocean island of Mauritius has become extremely popular for many South Africans considering retirement or permanent residency. Personal Finance has previously reported of the island’s attractive fiscal regime for individuals, which includes an effective income tax rate of up to only 15% and no capital gains tax, although property taxes apply.

SA rich opt for Mauritius as no inheritance tax fuels property boom

With its long stretches of white-sand beaches, blue lagoons and lack of inheritance tax, the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius has long been a beloved destination for high-net-worth individuals in search of seclusion.

Mauritius may soon be only one of a handful of countries left to offer residence-by-investments

Mauritius is currently one of the least expensive options for South Africans seeking to obtain permanent residence by investment in another country – and if the European Commission has its way, the country may soon be one of only a handful left where they can do so at all.

Mauritius national roadshow coming up

Mauritius has witnessed a growing popularity as an investment, relocation or retirement destination for South Africans over the years. Beyond the appeal of an exotic island lifestyle, it is known for its investor-friendly tax regime, observance of the rule of law, peace and security and various incentives to attract businesses, tourists, retirees, and investors.

Operating out of a business-friendly jurisdiction with no foreign exchange control

One of the safest and proven popular route over the years has been operating out of the Mauritius International Finance Centre (MIFC) which has systematically been on the favourable end of international benchmarks like the World Bank Ease of Doing Business ranking (1st in Africa and 13th globally).

This country is quickly becoming the next ‘Australia’ for South African expats

Mauritius is rapidly emerging as one of Africa’s big economic success stories, with its growth rate expected to increase by 75% in the coming decade, says Dani van Vuuren, business development consultant at Sovereign Trust.

Kashish Jadoo, Senior Professional at the EDB spoke on Channel Africa’s Africa in Business show

Faraz Rojid, Director of Silver Economy at the EDB spoke on SAFM’s Full Circle hosted by Bridget Masinga

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Head Office

Ground Floor, 7 Exchange Square, Wall Street, Ebene, 72201, Republic of Mauritius

South Africa Office

Unit 2, Katherine & West Building, 114 West Street, Sandown, Sandton, South Africa

Mailing Address

sa2023@edbmauritius.org

Business Talk

+230 203 3800

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Mauritius : Your Trusted Partner

Trade & Investment Mission in South Africa

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Mauritius at a glance

English / French

Mauritian Rupee (MUR)

Napoleonic Civil Code and the "British Common Law"

Discover Investment & Trade Opportunities in Mauritius

Invest in the Real Estate Sector

Invest in Trade & Manufacturing

Mauritius International Financial Centre

Retire in Mauritius

Mauritius - South Africa : A thriving business relation reaching new heights

Témoignages

They chose Mauritius

Mauritius in the news

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