AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDigital Economy: Mauritius-based State Informatics Limited has signed an MoU with Tata Consultancy Services to develop digital solutions, strengthen technical skills and support the country’s ambition to become a regional technology hub. No projects or investment amounts have been announced. Capital Markets: The African Union’s new credit-rating agency, launched in Port Louis, aims to offer Africa-focused assessments and help address concerns about high borrowing costs. Its credibility will depend on transparent methods and ratings investors trust. Tax & Investment: Changes to the India–Mauritius tax treaty introduce a principal-purpose test, giving tax authorities more scope to deny treaty benefits where arrangements are chiefly intended to avoid tax. Regional Expansion: Mauritius-based CIEL has expanded its healthcare presence in Uganda by adding a women’s hospital to its network. Business Climate: Mauritius lifted its curfew after unrest linked to water shortages and rising living costs, as authorities sought to restore calm.
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