Mauritius: 2009 Business Climate

Mauritius is among the most competitive and successful economies in Africa and actively seeks foreign investment. The World Bank’s 2009 Doing Business report ranks Mauritius first in Africa (for the second year in a row) and 24th in the world for ease of doing business. The report’s praise -- and commensurate ranking -- of Mauritius stems from key reforms undertaken by the government especially in the areas of starting and operating a business, obtaining licenses and permits, openness to foreign investors, and tax administration. The government’s objective is for Mauritius to rank among the top ten most investment and business friendly locations in the world.

Bilateral Agreements

Business Facilitation

Corruption

Economic Reform

Financial Environment

Foreign Trade Zones/Free Trade Zones

Growth Sectors and Projects

Legal Environment

Transparency of the Regulatory System

Political Stability