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27/11/2025

🗣️ Interview with Mr. Sandeep Chagger, Group COO of Peach Payments, and Mr. Uways Kureeman, Country Head & MD of Peach Payments Mauritius, for an upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius.

💳 Powering Digital Payments Across Africa & the Indian Ocean: Peach Payments entered Mauritius in 2021 and now operates in 10 countries, following its recent acquisition of PayDunya in Francophone West Africa. In Mauritius, the company enables seamless e-commerce and multi-channel payments, fully integrated with all local banks, MAUCAS, Maucas QR, MCB Juice, Blink by Emtel, and global payment methods.

🌍 Mauritius: A Strategic Billing & Treasury Hub: With its international financial center status, strong regulatory environment, and multi-currency capabilities, Mauritius is becoming a regional billing and treasury gateway. Peach Payments helps global groups, especially in hospitality, retail, and insurance, centralize collections in Mauritius and distribute funds across Africa.

🔐 Security & Compliance First: Peach Payments processes billions in transactions annually and is PCI DSS Level 1 compliant, offering advanced fraud detection through 120+ real-time algorithms, 3D Secure authentication, and enterprise-grade reliability trusted by thousands of merchants.

💻 Driving Digital Transformation & Financial Inclusion: Through deep partnerships with MCB Group, SBM Bank Mauritius, Absa Mauritius, Cim Finance, and Emtel, Peach Payments supports SMEs and enterprises with digital payment links, QR solutions, e-commerce plugins, and soon POS terminals for in-store payments.

🤝 Opportunities for Gulf Investors: For companies from the Gulf, India, or Asia entering Africa, Peach Payments provides one integration to access multiple African markets. Mauritius enhances this with 40+ DTAs, flexible exchange controls, and licenses tailored for fintechs and virtual asset operators.

🌱 Final Message: “Mauritius is the ideal base for global companies to manage billing and treasury operations. With Peach Payments, you can accept payments worldwide, settle in Mauritius, and scale seamlessly across Africa.”

🌴 A Great Place to Live & Work: A bilingual, highly skilled workforce and a growing fintech ecosystem make Mauritius both a competitive hub and an exceptional lifestyle destination.

1. Could you begin by introducing Peach Payments and its mission in transforming the payments landscape across Mauritius and the region?

25/11/2025

🇸🇷 Happy 50th Independence Day, !
Such a wonderful, little-known, and dynamic country that we had the privilege of covering earlier this year for Newsweek.

25/11/2025

🗣️ Interview with Mr. Vishal Nunkoo, CEO of Velogic, for our upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius

🚢 Mauritius’ Logistics Leader: Velogic is the country’s largest logistics company, employing 1,500 professionals across Mauritius, Kenya, Madagascar, Réunion, India, and Tanzania. With a turnover of USD 90 million, the company provides a complete suite of services, from freight forwarding and customs clearance to warehousing, road haulage, ship agency operations, and value-added services like sugar packing.

🌍 Gateway to Africa & the Indian Ocean: Cross-border logistics is embedded in Velogic’s DNA. Operating within the Mauritius Freeport modeled on global hubs like Dubai, the company leverages strategic trade agreements (SADC, COMESA, and Mauritius’ growing network with India, China, and the UAE) to help regional and international clients expand seamlessly. With improved maritime connectivity, Mauritius has the potential to become a world-class transshipment and re-export platform for Africa and beyond.

💻 Digital & Efficient: In a sector where information is everything, Velogic has invested heavily in real-time digital visibility tools, automation, and system compatibility with international partners. Digitized processes, including customs procedures, boost speed, accuracy, safety, and traceability, elevating customer experience across all markets.

🌱 Sustainability Leadership: With a commitment to greener operations, Velogic is reducing emissions through efficient trucking practices, solar-powered warehouses, and significant cuts in paper consumption via automation. The company’s efforts have been recognized with multiple awards, including the PwC Sustainability Award (2023 & 2024) and a national environmental award in 2024.

📦 E-Commerce & High-Value Logistics: Through its longstanding partnership with UPS, Velogic manages courier and e-commerce flows across the region.

🤝 Opportunities with the UAE & the Gulf: While Gulf–Mauritius trade (excluding petroleum) is still limited, the potential is immense. There is growing demand in the hashtag for Mauritian sugar, textiles, and branded garments, and significant opportunities to streamline direct trade routes. The UAE’s world-leading logistics and property development expertise could play a key role in supporting Mauritius’ port and trade infrastructure ambitions.

💬 Final Message: “Velogic is ready to partner with companies looking to grow in Mauritius and across the Indian Ocean. The region holds great potential, and we stand prepared to support its next phase of expansion.”

1. Could you start by introducing Velogic Holding Company and outlining its core activities in logistics and supply chain management?

19/11/2025

🗣️ Interview with Ms. Nishi Kichenin, CEO & Founder of JurisTax Group, for an upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius

🌍 Mauritius as a Next-Generation IFC: Mauritius continues to transform its international financial services sector through transparency, innovation, and strong regulatory governance, cementing its role as a trusted gateway between Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

🏢 Redefining Corporate & Financial Services: JurisTax has grown into a global business solutions group spanning Mauritius, the hashtag (DIFC), Singapore, India, Delaware, and Africa. Its integrated model combines corporate services, fund and wealth management, real estate investment, and cutting-edge RegTech solutions.

🤖 Pioneering AI in Compliance: Through JurisComply, the first AI-powered compliance firm in Mauritius, due diligence that once took hours now takes 8 seconds, offering clients instant KYC/AML checks and enhanced onboarding efficiency.

🔗 Connecting Asia – Dubai – Mauritius – Africa: JurisTax stands out by creating seamless corridors for cross-border investment, enabling investors from China, Singapore, the Middle East, and Europe to access African markets with transparency and efficiency.

👩‍💼 Talent & Women Empowerment: With 75% of its 200 employees being women and continuous training through RockFin Business School, JurisTax champions inclusive leadership and professional excellence.

📈 Mauritius’ Next Phase of Growth: A proactive regulator, strong adoption of AI, ease of doing business, and a highly skilled workforce position Mauritius as a future-ready IFC. The country is committed to staying on the “good list” while enabling global investors with substance, trust, and sophistication.

💬 Final Message: “Mauritius is not just a jurisdiction, it’s a mindset. Built on integrity, innovation, and partnership, it serves as a bridge between continents and a platform for global opportunity.”

1. Could you begin by introducing JurisTax and explaining its core mission within Mauritius’ international financial services ecosystem?

18/11/2025

✨ Leadership in Focus

Our Group CEO, Nishi Kichenin, has been featured in Khaleej Times.

In this exclusive interview, she speaks about technology, cross-border corridors, and the evolution of Mauritius as a trusted financial hub — and how JurisTax is driving innovation across Mauritius, Dubai, Asia, and Africa.

Read the full interview here: https://www.kaori-media.com/posts/interview-with-ms-nishi-kichenin-ceo-founder-of-juristax

18/11/2025

🗣️ Interview with Mr. Ben Lim, CEO of Intercontinental Trust, for an upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius 🇲🇺

💼 Financial Leadership: Established in 1999, Intercontinental Trust Ltd (ITL) is one of Mauritius’ leading Management Companies, licensed by the Financial Services Commission, Mauritius. ITL provides a full suite of corporate, fiduciary, fund administration, tax, and accounting services, supporting global institutions, investment banks, African private equity firms, and high-net-worth individuals.

🌍 Gateway to Africa & Asia: Strategically located between the two continents, Mauritius has become a preferred platform for cross-border investment. ITL leverages this position to facilitate global capital flows, structuring investments into Africa and Asia under robust regulatory and legal frameworks.

🏛️ Compliance & Integrity: Mauritius remains on the OECD and FATF whitelists, reflecting its adherence to global best practices. ITL further reinforces this trust through annual ISAE 3402 Type II audits by a Big Four firm, a benchmark for strong governance and operational excellence.

💻 Digital Transformation: ITL is a pioneer in technological adoption, having migrated fully to the cloud via Microsoft Azure. Its AI assistant Amelia is revolutionizing client interaction, from after-hours reception to client onboarding and technical support, driving efficiency and next-generation service delivery.

🌱 Sustainability & ESG: A proud signatory of the UN Global Compact for over five years, ITL champions data-driven sustainability and provides ESG consulting to clients, ensuring measurable impact and responsible growth across its ecosystem.

🤝 Mauritius–Middle East Synergy: With an office in hashtag , ITL supports both Mauritian and Middle Eastern clients navigating growing two-way investment flows. Increased air connectivity, with Emirates operating two daily flights to Mauritius, underscores the island’s rising appeal as a trusted financial hub for Gulf investors.

🏗️ Vision for the Future: Mr. Lim envisions Mauritius evolving into a “Monaco of Africa”, a full-service International Financial Centre combining world-class business infrastructure with exceptional quality of life. ITL aims to be at the forefront of this transformation, expanding its ecosystem to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end solutions for global investors.

💬 Final Message: “Mauritius and the UAE are not competitors, they are complementary. Together, we can offer investors a bridge between continents, combining Mauritius’ stability and governance with Dubai’s connectivity and scale. Collaboration is the key to unlocking global opportunity.”

1. Could you start by giving us an overview of Intercontinental Trust and its key areas of expertise within Mauritius’ financial services landscape?‍

13/11/2025

🗣️ Interview with 'Luni'​ Libes, CEO of Africa Eats, Co-Founder of Africa Trees, Founder & MD at Fledge, Co-Founder at Realize Impact, and Tuesday Markets, for an upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius 🇲🇺

🌍 Feeding Africa, Building Futures: Africa Eats is reshaping how investment tackles hunger and poverty. Blending venture capital, accelerators, and long-term holding models, it invests in scalable, sustainable agribusinesses that empower smallholder farmers and strengthen Africa’s food systems.

💡 A Smarter Model for Growth: Instead of chasing fast exits, Africa Eats provides the right capital at the right time to SMEs often overlooked by traditional funds. Its 24 portfolio companies have grown revenues sevenfold in five years, turning local food challenges into profitable, job-creating solutions.

🏦 Mauritius: The Gateway for African Capital: Based and listed on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius, Africa Eats views the island as the “Singapore of Africa”, a trusted, strategic hub linking global investors to African markets. Through Tuesday Markets, it’s also improving liquidity and transparency for African investments, opening new doors for Gulf and international capital.

🌱 Sustainability in Practice: Most of Africa Eats’ partner farmers are naturally organic and sustainable, focusing on feeding Africa’s growing population rather than export certification. As Libes says, “You can’t feed Africa with an app, you feed it by moving food.”

💬 Final Message: “Africa is the last region to make the leap from agrarian to industrial. That transformation is inevitable, and it starts with food. Africa Eats is here to feed Africa, empower entrepreneurs, and grow with the continent’s next economic boom.”

1. Could you start by introducing Africa Eats and explaining its mission to support scalable, sustainable, and locally owned agribusinesses across Africa?

12/11/2025

🗣️ Interview with Dr. Dag-Sven Dieckmann, Group Managing Director of United Africa Feeder Line (UAFL) Group, for an upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius

🌊 Regional Expertise: hashtag connects India, the Gulf, East & South Africa, and the Indian Ocean islands, operating container ships and managing a port concession in Comoros.

⚓ Mauritius Potential: Strategically located between Africa and Asia, Mauritius can become a true maritime hub with stronger investment and public-private partnerships. Initiatives like the Abu Dhabi Ports–Mauritius Ports Authority collaboration could be game changers.

🚢 Fleet & Sustainability: UAFL owns six vessels and 9,500 containers, investing in modernization, fuel-efficient technologies, and exploring LNG-powered ships for a greener future.

💻 Digital Drive: A new IT system will streamline booking, invoicing, and cargo tracking, enhancing transparency and customer experience.

🤝 Gulf Collaboration: Dr. Dieckmann highlights the UAE’s long-term investment vision as key to unlocking Mauritius’s logistics and transshipment potential. “The Indian Ocean is a growth corridor, and Mauritius, with the right partnerships, can anchor the region’s next trade transformation.”

1. Could you begin by introducing UAFL Group and its core activities within the regional shipping and logistics industry?

06/11/2025

🗣️ Interview with Hon. Avinash Ramtohul, Minister of ICT, Communication & Innovation of the Republic of Mauritius, for an upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius

🌐 Smart Nation Vision: Mauritius aims to become a fully digital nation, exporting ICT services across Africa and beyond, while driving inclusive economic growth and social well-being at home.

💡 Digital Transformation Blueprint 2025–2029: Built on four pillars, Digital Infrastructure, Human Capital, Innovation, and Sustainability; the plan includes a national “super app”, AI literacy programs, a National AI Strategy, and a strong focus on digital inclusion.

🛡️ Cyber Resilience: The new National Cyber Resilience and Cyber Security Agency will enforce strict standards to protect citizens, businesses, and government systems. Collaboration with India strengthens Mauritius’ defense against digital threats.

🚀 Innovation & Talent: A new Technology Park, virtual fab labs, and partnerships with global tech players like Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle are turning Mauritius into a regional innovation hub.

🎓 Building Future-Ready Skills: From integrating AI and technopreneurship into school curricula to initiatives like STEM Racing, Mauritius is nurturing a digitally skilled generation. Partnerships with the The African Leadership University and other institutions are expanding talent pipelines for the continent.

🇦🇪 UAE Partnerships: The country is engaging with Emirati partners on initiatives in smart cities, , and AI, inspired by the UAE’s leadership in digital governance.

🧠 AI for All: Through its creative comic-style booklet “AI for All”, Mauritius is demystifying AI for citizens of all ages, promoting awareness, inclusion, and responsible tech use.

🌍 Final Message: “Mauritius is ready to lead Africa’s digital revolution. We invite global partners to join us in building a future where technology drives growth, inclusion, and resilience, a truly smart island for all.”

1. Could you begin by outlining your Ministry’s vision for the digital transformation of Mauritius and its role in shaping a smart, connected nation?

05/11/2025

🗣️ Interview with Hon. Ritish Ramful, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration & Trade, for an upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius

🌍 Strategic Vision: Mauritius stands at the crossroads of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, offering a unique bridge between continents. Amid rising global tensions and economic uncertainty, the country champions multilateralism, sustainable development, and regional integration.

🤝 Global Partnerships: Mauritius continues to deepen its network of bilateral and multilateral partnerships across Africa, Asia, and the Gulf region. The country has signed CEPAs with both the UAE and India, and remains among the first African nations to sign an FTA with China, positioning itself as a credible, trusted partner for trade and investment.

💼 Gateway to Africa: With its stable democracy, rule of law, and investor-friendly environment, Mauritius serves as a financial and investment hub for Africa, offering preferential access to 1.3 billion consumers through the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat (AfCFTA). Its trade agreements collectively cover around 70% of the world’s population, giving global investors unparalleled market reach.

📈 Diversified Economy: Once known for sugar, textiles, and tourism, Mauritius is evolving into a knowledge-driven economy, prioritizing the blue economy, renewable energy, AI, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. Over 127,000 SMEs contribute nearly 40% of GDP, showcasing the island’s entrepreneurial dynamism.

🏗️ Business & Investment Climate: Mauritius consistently ranks among the most business-friendly economies in Africa, offering tax incentives, residency schemes, and efficient logistics through the Economic Development Board Mauritius.

💻 Digital Transformation: At the forefront of digital diplomacy and innovation, Mauritius is advancing an AI and digital transformation agenda aligned with its national development goals.

🌱 Green Transition & Sustainability: Mauritius is spearheading its energy transition with new LNG infrastructure, electric mobility, and renewable energy projects. In collaboration with UN agencies and regional partners through the Commission de l'océan Indien - Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) and Indian Ocean Rim Association - IORA, the nation promotes food security, maritime sustainability, and climate resilience.

✈️ Connectivity & Tourism: With daily flights to Dubai and deepening ties with the UAE, Mauritius is expanding its tourism, trade, and investment horizons.

💬 Final Message: “Mauritius may be small, but it has big ambitions. We offer stability, openness, and partnership built on trust. As we deepen our engagement with the UAE and the wider Middle East, we invite investors to be part of Mauritius’ sustainable and inclusive growth story, a gateway to Africa and a bridge between continents.”

1. Could you start by outlining your vision for Mauritius’ foreign policy and its key diplomatic priorities in today’s rapidly changing global environment?‍

03/11/2025

🗣️ Interview with Mr. Junaid Salehmohamed, CEO of 2Futures, for an upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius

🏝️ About 2Futures: Founded in 2007, 2Futures has become Mauritius’ leading luxury real estate developer, with 19 completed projects and 200 more units under construction. The company is redefining island living by crafting world-class residential, hospitality, and mixed-use developments that merge tropical design, modern comfort, and sustainability.

🏡 Lifestyle-Centric Vision: 2Futures doesn’t just build homes, it creates branded lifestyle destinations. Developments like Les Résidences de Mont Choisy and La Pirogue Residences integrate seamlessly with hotel ecosystems, giving residents access to resort amenities such as spas, restaurants, and private beach clubs. This concept, inspired by global hubs like Dubai, is transforming Mauritius into a premium resort-living destination.

💼 Investor-Friendly Framework: All 2Futures projects operate under Mauritius’ PDS, Smart City, and Ground +2 schemes, allowing foreign ownership and offering residency permits for investments of USD 375,000 or more. These frameworks ensure transparency, security, and strong returns, making Mauritius a top FDI destination in the Indian Ocean.

🌿 Sustainable Luxury: Sustainability is central to 2Futures’ philosophy. The firm integrates solar systems, greywater recycling, and energy-efficient designs across all projects. Its Résidence Premium Pierre & Vacances Île Maurice will be the first development in Mauritius to achieve both EDGE and Green Key certifications, setting new benchmarks for eco-conscious real estate in the region.

🌍 Gateway for Gulf Investors: Strategically located just six hours from the Gulf, Mauritius offers political stability, bilingualism, and a sophisticated financial ecosystem. Increasingly, GCC investors view Mauritius as a “Plan B” destination, offering tax efficiency, security, and tropical lifestyle advantages. 2Futures welcomes partnerships that align with long-term, sustainable value creation between Mauritius and the Gulf.

📈 Strong Market Fundamentals: Mauritius’ property market remains the island’s top recipient of FDI, accounting for nearly 70% of inflows. With yields averaging 5–6% and capital gains of 35–60% from launch to delivery, investors benefit from both lifestyle and financial returns.

💬 Final Message: “Mauritius isn’t just a place to invest, it’s a place to live, grow, and thrive. At 2Futures, we’re proud to shape the island’s future by blending elegance, sustainability, and opportunity. We invite investors to make Mauritius their home in paradise.”

1. Would you start by introducing 2Futures and explaining its mission as one of Mauritius’ leading luxury real estate developers?‍

31/10/2025

🗣️ Interview with Hon. Arvin Boolell, Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy & Fisheries of the Republic of Mauritius, for an upcoming Khaleej Times report on Mauritius

Highlights:
🇲🇺 A Big Oceanic Small State: Mauritius aspires to be a “big oceanic small state,” transforming its economy from a monocrop sugar exporter in the 1970s into a diversified and resilient nation built on tourism, ICT, finance, and a modernized agricultural sector.

🌱 Agricultural Transformation: Once reliant on sugar exports, Mauritius has redefined itself through a broader sugarcane industry, now producing high-value specialty sugars and expanding into agro-processing, smart farming, and aquaculture.

🍚 Food Security Vision: With annual food imports of around USD 1.3 billion, Mauritius is pursuing self-sufficiency through precision and smart agriculture, crop diversification, and innovation-driven productivity. A new land bank and land suitability index ensure sustainable land use and crop optimization.

🐟 Blue Economy & Aquaculture: With a vast oceanic territory almost as large as the Indian subcontinent, Mauritius is scaling up fish farming and offshore aquaculture. Companies like Ferme Marine de Mahebourg are already exporting premium seafood to Switzerland and Europe.

🤝 Regional Cooperation & Workforce Innovation: Facing labour shortages, the government is fostering circular migration partnerships with India and Nepal while promoting automation and youth participation in agriculture and agri-tech.

🏭 Agro-Industrial Diversification: Beyond sugar, Mauritius has achieved self-sufficiency in potatoes, poultry, and eggs, and is advancing value-added production in dairy, processed foods, and niche exports. The goal: produce what we eat, and eat what we produce.

🌊 Blue Economy for Sustainable Growth: National dialogues on the blue economy emphasize port development, sustainable tourism, and marine resource management as pillars of the island’s next growth chapter.

💬 Final Message: “Mauritius is more than a small island, it’s a big oceanic small state with boundless potential. We welcome investors and partners who share our vision for sustainability, innovation, and prosperity. Together, let’s build a brighter future for our people and our planet.”

1. Mauritius is a small island developing state with the ambition to be a “big oceanic small state.” Could you tell us how the country’s economy has evolved over the years, especially in the agricultural sector?