Objective 2035 : 60% renewable energy
With the objective of reaching 60% renewable energies in its electricity mix by 2035, Mauritius has recently taken several measures aimed at supporting the development of photovoltaic electricity production. The Central Electricity Board has issued tenders for 220 megawatts of solar generation with storage, while individuals will be able to benefit from a subsidy of up to 25% of their photovoltaic installation. On the other hand and to encourage Mauritians to equip themselves, the solar electricity purchase price has also been improved.
Tourism revenues on the rise
In the first half of 2026, Mauritius’ tourism revenues increased by 18% compared to the same period of 2025. They reached 55,8 billion rupees (a little over a billion euros), against 47,4 billion a year earlier. During the first six months of the year, Mauritius welcomed 668,471 visitors (+1,5 %), also counting cruise lines. Air arrivals only increased by 0,2 %. The strong increase in revenue is explained by an upscaling of stays by foreign visitors, and also by inflation.
New Chinese brands on the automobile market
Since July, two Chinese automobile brands are available on the Mauritian market : Own that Jaecoo, imported by CFAO Mobility Mauritius. First two models were presented : l'Omoda C5, a 154 horsepower SUV ; and the Jaecoo J5, a 100% electric compact SUV. Both brands are manufactured by the manufacturer Chery, who designed them to meet the demand of European markets.
Agricultural labor shortage
In Mauritius, agricultural cooperatives and associations of small planters and breeders now have the possibility of recruiting foreigners. This measure was decided by the government to compensate for the shortage of agricultural labor, particularly felt in sugar cane fields. During the last campaign, 9,000 tonnes would have been left standing due to lack of cutters. Representatives of small growers estimate between 2,000 and 2,500 the number of workers who would need to be brought in during the harvest.. The implementation of this measure will, however, require the agricultural world to become familiar with administrative procedures with which large companies are already well versed., particularly in the textile sector. Housing agricultural workers near farms also promises to be complex.
