Knowledge & Grants
Practical guides for Mauritian SMEs
50 Mauritius-specific guides on registering a business, MRA & VAT, EDB and DBM grants, digital marketing, payments, and growth — written for owner-operators, not consultants.
10 Inspiring Mauritian SME Success Stories (and the Lessons Behind Them)
10 Mauritian SME stories — and the practical lessons every founder can steal.
Doing Business in Port Louis vs Plaines Wilhems vs Ébène: A District Guide for SMEs
Port Louis, Plaines Wilhems or Ébène — where should your Mauritian SME set up?
Starting an ICT / Freelance Digital Business in Mauritius
How to start an ICT or freelance digital business in Mauritius — and how to go global from here.
Starting a Construction or Trades Business in Mauritius (Electrician, Plumber, Aluminium, Painter)
How to start a construction or trades business in Mauritius — permits, insurance and pricing.
Starting a Food & Beverage Business in Mauritius: Permits, Costs & Tips
The permits, costs and practical tips for starting a Mauritian food & beverage business.
Business Networking Events in Mauritius: A Practical Guide for SMEs
The main Mauritian business networking events for SMEs — and how to make them actually pay.
How to Find a Reliable Supplier or Partner in Mauritius
How to find, vet and manage reliable Mauritian suppliers and partners — the practical way.
How to Find Sub-Contracting & Tender Opportunities as a Small Business in Mauritius
Where Mauritian SMEs find sub-contracting and tender work — and how to actually win the first few.
Why Mauritian SMEs Feel Left Out of Big Business Bodies — and What to Do
Why Mauritian SMEs often feel excluded from big business bodies — and the community-first alternatives.
How to Grow Your SME in Mauritius Through Networking & B2B Partnerships
How Mauritian SMEs grow through B2B partnerships, sub-contracting, tenders and disciplined networking.
How to Price Your Products & Services in Mauritius (Without Underselling)
The pricing frameworks Mauritian SMEs use to stop underselling — cost-plus, value-based, and packages.
Cash Flow Management for Small Businesses in Mauritius
The 13-week cash flow forecast every Mauritian SME should run — plus invoice discipline and seasonal buffers.
MIPS vs Peach Payments vs Stripe: Which Payment Gateway for Mauritian SMEs?
Which card gateway should a Mauritian SME use — MIPS, Peach or Stripe? A honest side-by-side.
Best Business Bank Accounts for SMEs in Mauritius (Compared)
MCB vs SBM vs ABC vs MauBank vs AfrAsia vs Bank One — which is best for a Mauritian SME?
How to Accept MCB Juice Payments as a Small Business
Set up MCB Juice and JuicePro to accept payments — QR, payment links and reconciliation.
Accepting Payments in Mauritius: Juice, MyT Money, MIPS & Card Gateways Compared
The complete comparison of ways to get paid in Mauritius — Juice, MyT Money, MIPS, cards and bank transfers.
Content Marketing on a Shoestring: A Guide for Mauritian Entrepreneurs
Practical content marketing for Mauritian SMEs on a tiny budget — one idea, a week of posts.
Why Every Mauritian SME Needs a Free Business Directory Listing (and How to Do It)
Why a free SME Hub directory listing drives real Mauritian leads, SEO and trust — and how to set one up in 5 minutes.
WhatsApp Business for Mauritian SMEs: Turn Chats into Sales
Set up WhatsApp Business as a Mauritian SME — catalog, quick replies, and workflows that turn chats into sales.
Social Media Marketing That Works for Small Mauritian Businesses
What actually works on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for Mauritian SMEs in 2026.
How to Sell Online in Mauritius: Building Your First E-commerce Store
Build your first Mauritian e-commerce store — platform, payments, delivery and legal essentials.
Google Business Profile for Mauritius: Setup & Ranking Tips
Set up and rank your Google Business Profile in Mauritius — verification, categories, photos and review tactics.
How to Get Your Mauritian Business Found on Google (Local SEO Guide)
The practical local SEO steps that get Mauritian businesses onto page 1 for their district and service.
Digital Marketing for Mauritian SMEs: The Complete 2026 Playbook
The complete 2026 digital marketing playbook for Mauritian SMEs — SEO, Google Business, WhatsApp, ads and directory listings.
Grants & Support for Young Entrepreneurs and Students in Mauritius
The grants, competitions and networks Mauritian young entrepreneurs and students should know about.
Women Entrepreneur Schemes in Mauritius: Loans, Grants & Support
The main Mauritian schemes supporting women entrepreneurs, from DBM windows to networks and mentoring.
Government Green Loans & Solar Schemes for Mauritian Businesses
How Mauritian SMEs finance solar and energy efficiency through DBM green loans and MARENA-aligned schemes.
Budget 2026–2027 & the "Start-up Revolution": What It Means for SMEs
What the Budget 2026-2027 Start-up Revolution actually means for Mauritian SMEs — measure by measure.
How to Get a Small Business Loan in Mauritius (and Get Approved)
How to get an SME loan approved in Mauritius — DBM vs commercial banks, documents, and the killer mistakes to avoid.
Development Bank of Mauritius (DBM) SME Loans: A Practical Application Guide
How to apply for a DBM SME loan — schemes, documents, and the moves that get you approved.
The EDB SME Marketing Support Scheme: How to Claim Your 80% (up to Rs 15,000)
The EDB Marketing Support Scheme refunds 80% of marketing spend up to Rs 15,000. Here's the exact application flow.
SME Mauritius Ltd Schemes Explained: What You Qualify For
SME Mauritius Ltd runs the country's core SME schemes. Here's what you qualify for and how to apply.
Every SME Grant & Scheme in Mauritius (2026): The Ultimate Funding Directory
The full 2026 directory of Mauritian SME funding — from SME Mauritius Ltd to DBM, EDB, and Budget 2026-27 measures.
Bookkeeping Basics for Mauritian SMEs: Stay Audit-Ready All Year
The simple monthly bookkeeping routine that keeps Mauritian SMEs audit-ready.
Understanding the Data Protection Act (Mauritius) for Small Businesses
The Mauritius DPA 2017 for SMEs — who must register, what it costs, and how to comply on a small budget.
Common Tax Mistakes Mauritian SMEs Make (and How to Avoid Penalties)
The 8 tax mistakes that catch out Mauritian SMEs every year — and the fixes.
Corporate Tax in Mauritius Explained for Small Business Owners
Everything Mauritian SME directors need to know about corporate tax — 15%, exports at 3%, reliefs and returns.
Income Tax for the Self-Employed in Mauritius: What You Actually Owe
How self-employed Mauritians are taxed — rates, deductible expenses, reliefs, and how to file.
MRA Tax Connect & SME Corner: How to File Your Taxes Online in Mauritius
Everything you need to file Mauritian taxes online through MRA Tax Connect and the SME Corner.
When Does a Mauritian Business Have to Register for VAT? (Threshold & Steps)
The current Mauritius VAT threshold is Rs 6M turnover. Here's when it kicks in and how to register.
SME Tax in Mauritius: The Complete Compliance Guide for Small Businesses (2026)
Every Mauritian SME tax you'll touch in 2026 — income tax, VAT, PAYE, NPF/NSF — in one plain-English guide.
10 Licences & Permits Mauritian SMEs Often Forget to Apply For
The 10 permits Mauritian small businesses most often overlook — and the fines and closures they trigger.
How to Register a Business Name in Mauritius (Step by Step)
Reserve and lock in your business name on CBRIS in one afternoon — including the rules on what you can and can't call yourself.
The Micro / Small / Medium Enterprise Definition in Mauritius (Turnover Thresholds Explained)
What counts as a micro, small or medium enterprise in Mauritius — and why the thresholds unlock grants, loans and tax reliefs.
How Much Does It Cost to Register a Business in Mauritius? (Full Fee Breakdown)
Every official rupee you'll pay to get a Mauritian business trading — CBRD, MRA, Municipal, and hidden extras.
Sole Trader vs Company vs Société in Mauritius: Which Structure Should You Choose?
Pick the right Mauritian legal structure for your SME — sole trader, Ltd or société — using this side-by-side comparison.
CBRD vs CBRIS: How to Register Your Company Online in Mauritius
One is the department, the other is the portal. Here's how to actually incorporate your Ltd online in Mauritius.
Do Online & Social-Media Shops in Mauritius Need a BRN? (The Honest Answer)
Yes — if you're selling regularly for profit in Mauritius, a BRN is legally required, even on Facebook or Insta. Here's the honest breakdown.
How to Get a Business Registration Number (BRN) in Mauritius — And Why It Matters
Your BRN is your business's national ID. Here's how to get one online in under a day for Rs 125.
How to Start a Business in Mauritius (2026): The Complete Step-by-Step Guide
The complete Mauritius launch playbook — structure, BRN, MRA, bank account, insurance, and your first 30 days of trading.
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