What are the latest news in Mauritius? September 1st, 2026
Here are the key developments and headlines in Mauritius:Economy & Taxation
- Finance Act 2026 Measures Take Effect: Following the gazetting of the Finance Act 2026 and related economic legislation in August, significant tax and corporate changes are now active. Key reforms include: Regan van Rooy
- Adjustments to the Corporate Fair Share Contribution and a revised progressive income tax bracket for high earners. Regan van Rooy
- Updated Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT) rules aligned with OECD Pillar Two standards.
- Introduction of a 10-year tax incentive framework for qualifying technology startups and renewable energy manufacturing. KPMG International
- Financial Services Commission (FSC) Adjustments: Revised annual licensing fees for Global Business Companies (GBCs) and Authorised Companies (ACs) took effect for the new fiscal cycle, with an extended payment deadline running through September 30, 2026. Acclime Global Business
- Chagos Archipelago / Diego Garcia: Mauritius continues to reaffirm its non-negotiable sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago. Bilateral discussions and international diplomatic developments regarding Diego Garcia and treaty finalizations remain a central foreign policy focus amid ongoing international debate. CNBC Africa
- Ocean & Climate Resilience: The government and regional bodies have launched new initiatives focused on marine conservation, climate science, and strengthening ocean resilience in the southwest Indian Ocean.
- Digital & Social Initiatives: Implementation continues for national programs aimed at SME export readiness (GO-EXPORT), biotechnology collaboration (MIBL BIOLINK), and expanded digital administrative services for citizens. Government of Mauritius