Mauritius' Economic Development Board has unveiled an ambitious action plan: attract between Rs 38 and Rs 40 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) by March 2027, while mobilising Rs 125 billion in local private investment. This quantified ambition is structured around 28 priorities and more than 200 concrete actions.
A 28-Priority Action Plan
Branded « Building a Future-Ready Mauritius », the EDB's 2026-2027 programme organises its objectives around four pillars: accelerating investment materialisation, simplifying administrative procedures for businesses, diversifying the economy, and improving the business environment. Twenty projects have already been reviewed by the board of directors, representing Rs 29.6 billion, of which five projects worth Rs 13.7 billion are already resolved.
Targeted Sector Priorities
The EDB is focusing on high-value-added sectors: financial services, the blue economy, life sciences, and digital innovation. To boost attractiveness, the agency is launching an E-Diaspora platform targeting around 3,000 Mauritian professionals based abroad, and planning multi-sector commercial missions to East Africa. A forthcoming Business Facilitation Bill aims to streamline all administrative procedures.
A Booming Property Market
Perhaps the most telling indicator of Mauritius' attractiveness is the surge in Occupation Permits: the figure jumped from 3,710 in 2018 to 10,550 in 2025 — nearly tripling in seven years. Mauritius is cementing its position as a regional hub for expatriates and investors alike.
Why It Matters
A Rs 40 billion FDI target sends a powerful signal to international markets. Mauritius is deliberately positioning itself as a direct competitor to other African hubs such as Rwanda or Dubai for certain financial services. If the Business Facilitation Bill delivers on its promises, the island could significantly cut setup timelines — a decisive argument for attracting SMEs and regional headquarters.
Source: EDB / allAfrica, Le Mauricien, Defimedia — August 2026