If 2017 is anything to go by, Mauritius has a lot of international benchmarks to maintain this year. Leading the way in Africa, Mauritius is setting new standards in business, investment, international relationships, economics, property and tourism. We take a look at some of the accolades Mauritius has racked up in the past year.
Business as usual
Mauritius has nabbed the top spot for business practices in Africa for World Bank Doing Business 2018, Global Competitiveness Index for both years, as well as the best country for business in Forbes’ 2017 survey. To accomplish these achievements, Mauritius has improved its business regulations and is closing the gap of the global regulatory frontier. Whether you are looking at starting a business, need to deal with construction permits, registering property or trading across borders, the Mauritius government has ensured that those with invested interests have little to no hassles; which in turn has helped the property development industry thrive.
A healthy economy
Boasting the 2018 Index of Economic Freedom (Heritage Foundation), the 2017 Economic Freedom of the World, the 2017 Democracy Index, the 2017 Press Freedom Index and Mo Ibrahim Index of African Governance 2017. These titles indicate that Mauritius is experiencing growth that stimulates an investor confidence in the stable economy. Since its independence in 1968, Mauritius has experienced a sustainable transformation, moving from a mono-crop agricultural base to a well-diversified economy. Today Mauritius is acknowledged as an innovation-driven economy.
The place to visit
Mauritius has been known as a holiday destination for many years. It’s relaxed beach resorts and lifestyle has lured many tourists. In 2017 alone, Mauritius experienced a first by welcoming over 1.34 million tourists, surpassing their current population. As a result, it is to no surprise that Mauritius gained the top spot in Africa for The Travel and Tourism Competitiveness 2017.
When looking for a country to invest in, make sure you take advantage of the opportunities within Mauritius. This African country continues to strive for the best, and we see that in all the achievements it continuously racks up.
