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Mauritius has built one of Africa's most resilient and diversified economies over the past five decades — transforming from a single-crop sugar economy into a sophisticated services hub underpinned by financial services, tourism, manufacturing, and a growing ICT and BPO sector. GDP per capita is approximately USD 11,000, among the highest in sub-Saharan Africa, and the country consistently ranks near the top of African competitiveness and ease-of-doing-business indices. MauritiusNews.com tracks the full spectrum of economic developments: quarterly GDP and growth data, inflation and consumer price trends, Bank of Mauritius interest rate decisions, stock market movements on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius, foreign direct investment announcements, trade balance figures, and the economic policy decisions of government. We report on the evolving IFC sector, the performance of the tourism economy, and the SME and startup ecosystem that is driving innovation across the island. Bookmark this page for continuous economic coverage and subscribe to our newsletter for the latest Mauritius business and financial news.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mauritius's GDP?−
Mauritius has a GDP of approximately USD 14 billion (2024 estimate). GDP per capita is around USD 11,000 — one of the highest in sub-Saharan Africa. The economy is driven by financial services, tourism, manufacturing, and a growing ICT sector.
What is the unemployment rate in Mauritius?−
The unemployment rate in Mauritius is typically around 6–8%, with youth unemployment higher at around 20%. The formal employment sector is dominated by services (finance, tourism, retail), manufacturing, and public administration.
What currency does Mauritius use?−
Mauritius uses the Mauritian Rupee (MUR). The exchange rate fluctuates but has typically been around Rs 44–48 per USD and Rs 52–58 per EUR in recent years. Foreign currency is freely exchangeable at banks and licensed bureaux de change.