NEWS & MEDIA
News
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Business Mauritius is recruiting a Project Manager and an Economist
08 Feb 2019 – Others
PROJECT MANAGER
ECONOMIST
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Handing Over of Chairmanship from Patrice Legris to Vidia Mooneegan
07 Feb 2019 – Others
Business Mauritius kick-started this year with the Social Capital Commission meeting on the 18th January. The agenda comprised of the presentation of quantitative results of employment skills survey from DCDM, an update on achievements of the commission, the working groups and the way forward for 2019.
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Substance Abuse
07 Feb 2019 – Others
Business Mauritius attended the 1st Meeting of the High Level Drugs and HIV Council under the chairmanship of the Hon. Prime Minister, on Tuesday 8th of January 2019. The topics discussed included the organisation structure of the Council & Timelines for implementation.
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Communiqué: Heavy Rainfall Protocol
30 Jan 2019 – Others
Today, the National Crisis Committee (NCC) of which Business Mauritius is a member, met for an evaluation of the prevailing weather conditions.
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Invitation to Mozambique Business Forum & Networking Event - Economic Development Board
29 Jan 2019 – Economy
The Economic Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with the Agency for the Promotion of Investment and Exports (APIEX) and the Confederation of Business Associations of Mozambique (CTA) will host a Business Forum and Networking Event on Saturday 2 February 2019 from 08 30 to 17 00 at Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa, Flic en Flac.
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Dealing with Heavy Rainfall at the Workplace
24 Jan 2019 – Others
Summer which normally spans from November to May is usually the main rainy season in Mauritius. Rain can at times be particularly heavy and persistent during this period. Heavy rainfall can cause water accumulation and flooding which may lead to severe traffic congestion and eventual disruption of work in enterprises.
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Communiqués issued by CEB: Ease of doing Business – Getting Electricity Index
16 Jan 2019 – Economy
Further to the meeting of the Technical Committee on Ease of Doing Business held at the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, Members are requested to access the members' corner in order to download the two communiqués issued by the Central Electricity Board(CEB) in respect of:
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Additional Remuneration and Other Allowances (2019) Act 2018
10 Jan 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Members are requested to access the Member’s Corner in order to download the Information Note INR.IFN.05 (Issue No. 11) regarding the Additional Remuneration and Other Allowances (2019) Act 2018.
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Guidelines on approval of reduced CSR amount to be remitted by companies to Mauritius Revenue Author
10 Jan 2019 – Sustainable Development
As you are aware, with effect from January 2019, every company shall be required to remit to the MRA at least 75% of a CSR Fund set up on or after 1 January 2019 for onward remittance to the National CSR Foundation.
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Salary Compensation - Year 2019
06 Dec 2018 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Following the Tripartite Committee held today, Government has recommended that an additional remuneration of Rs400 per month be paid to all full-time employees as from 01 January 2019.
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International Business Forum on Sustainable Development
11 Sep 2018 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius and Club Export Réunion are pleased to invite Members to participate in the International Business Forum on Sustainable Development from 21 to 23 November 2018 in La Réunion (Domaine du Moca, Saint-Denis).
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57th Annual General Meeting
10 Sep 2018 – Others
Members are invited to attend the 57th Annual General Meeting of Business Mauritius which will be held on Monday 24 September 2018 at 14 30 at Le Sirius, Le Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel, Port Louis.
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6th Conference of Chinese and African Entrepreneurs
08 Aug 2018 – Others
The Economic & Commercial Counsellor's Office of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Mauritius has informed that the 6th Conference of Chinese and African Entrepreneurs will be held in Beijing, China from 3rd to 4th September 2018 in conjunction with the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit 2018 in Beijing.
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Ceilings for the Payment of Contribution to the National Pensions Fund and the National Savings Fund
30 Jul 2018 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The ceilings for the payment of contribution to the National Pensions Fund and the National Savings Fund have been revised, with effect from 1 July 2018.
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3rd Annual SADC Industrialisation Week
20 Jul 2018 – Others
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade has informed that the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat is inviting for participation in the 3rd Annual SADC Industrialisation Week to be held from 31 July to 1 August 2018 at Safari Court Hotel and Conference Centre, Windhoek, Republic of Namibia.
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Public Holidays 2019
06 Jul 2018 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Public Holidays 2019
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Business Mauritius : première réaction au budget 2018
14 Jun 2018 – Economy
Port-Louis, 14 juin 2018 – “L’exercice budgétaire 2018 est encourageant. Il s’agit d’un budget très social, comportant des mesures intéressantes pour la formation des jeunes et l'intégration des femmes. Toutefois, une mise en oeuvre coordonnée et en partenariat des mesures reste clé”, a déclaré Cédric de Spéville, président de Business Mauritius, lors d’une conférence de presse de l’association, visant à livrer une première analyse à chaud des mesures annoncées cette année.
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Deadline for CSR Contributions - June 2018
28 May 2018 – Others
Companies with financial year ending June 2017 must ensure that they have spent their CSR Funds by 30 June 2018, failing which the amount has to be paid to the Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA).
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Table Ronde sur la Commission "Sustainability and Inclusive Growth"
16 May 2018 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius organise une table ronde, ce mercredi 16 mai 2018, axée sur la commission "Sustainability and Inclusive Growth".
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Memorandum for the 2018-2019 National Budget
07 May 2018 – Economy
Memorandum for the 2018-2019 National Budget
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La transition énergétique n'est pas une contrainte
25 Apr 2018 – Sustainable Development
Article de presse - Defi Media - 25 avril 2018
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Launch of "Business Road Safety" (BUROS)
19 Feb 2018 – Sustainable Development
Launch of "Business Road Safety" (BUROS)
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Communiqué de Business Mauritius
25 Jan 2018 – Others
Après consultation avec le National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Centre (NDRRMC), Business Mauritius invite ses membres et les autres entreprises du secteur privé à prendre les décisions qui s’imposent concernant l’organisation du travail d’aujourd’hui au niveau de leurs entreprises en fonction de la situation dans leurs régions respectives.
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Tropical Cyclone "BERGUITTA"
16 Jan 2018 – Others
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Centre has issued a Communiqué today as Mauritius is now under the direct threat of Tropical Cyclone “BERGUITTA”.
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The Additional Remuneration and Other Allowances (2018) Act 2017
09 Jan 2018 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The Additional Remuneration and Other Allowances (2018) Act 2017
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Payment of End of Year Bonus
07 Dec 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The payment of the End of Year Bonus is regulated by either –
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Negative Income Tax
01 Dec 2017 – Economy
As announced in the Budget 2017-2018, the Negative Income Tax (NIT), whereby employees earning basic wages not exceeding Rs9,900 a month are entitled to a financial support from Government, has become effective as from 1 July 2017.
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Salary Compensation 2018
22 Nov 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Following the Tripartite Committee held this afternoon, Government has recommended an additional remuneration of Rs360 per month payable to all full time employees as from 01 January 2018.
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Funding of Political Parties
21 Nov 2017 – Others
In the context of the forthcoming by-election to be held on December 17, 2017, Business Mauritius invites its members to take cognizance of the contents of the Implementation Guidance on “Reporting with Integrity” of the National Code of Corporate Governance for Mauritius (2016) which came into effect on December 3, 2016 pursuant to GN 1804.
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Breakfast PNEE - Eau Chaude Solaire
12 Nov 2017 – Sustainable Development
Prochain Breakfast PNEE prévu le 30 novembre 2017 sur l'usage de l'eau chaude solaire et de la récupération de chaleur en hôtellerie et industrie
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"Nou lenerzi" - Octobre 2017 - Edition 1
12 Nov 2017 – Sustainable Development
L'actualité des entreprises en transition énergétique à l'île Maurice !
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Payment of Gratuity on Retirement
11 Oct 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Section 49 of the Employment Rights Act on the Payment of Gratuity on Retirement has been amended by Section 14 of the Finance (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2017.
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Breakfast PNEE - Grande Distribution
12 Sep 2017 – Sustainable Development
Prochain Breakfast PNEE prévu le 28 septembre 2017 sur le secteur de la grande distribution (supermarché et centre commercial)
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56th Annual General Meeting
21 Aug 2017 – Others
Members of Business Mauritius are invited to attend the 56th Annual General Meeting of Business Mauritius which will be held on Monday 25 September 2017 at 10 00 at the Hennessy Park Hotel, 65 Ebène CyberCity, Ebène.
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Save the date: Breakfast PNEE
04 Aug 2017 – Sustainable Development
Prochain Breakfast PNEE prévu le 31 août 2017 sur le Financement des projets
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SBM Insights - Issue No. 5 - July 2017
13 Jul 2017 – Economy
SBM Insights - Issue No. 5 - July 2017
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World Day Against Child Labour
14 Jun 2017 – Others
In the context of the World Day Against Child Labour which is being celebrated on 12 June, the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations, Employment and Training is launching a campaign against the employment of children under the age of 16 years.
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Journée Mondiale de l’Environnement (JME)
05 Jun 2017 – Sustainable Development
La Journée Mondiale de l’Environnement (JME) nous invite à promouvoir une prise de conscience à l’échelle mondiale, et surtout à adopter des mesures en faveur de la protection de notre environnement.
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Breakfast
27 Apr 2017 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius vous invite à un breakfast pour présenter les premiers résultats de la démarche d’efficacité énergétique, lancée depuis l’année dernière dans 16 hôtels.
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Invitation to Public Conference on “ Sensory Analysis for Food Products”
16 Mar 2017 – Others
On behalf of the Association of Mauritian Manufacturers / Made in Moris, we are glad to invite you to a Public Conference on "Sensory Analysis", which will take place on 24 March 2017 from 3pm to 5pm at the HRDC, 4th Floor, Ng Tower, Ebène Cybercity, Ebène.
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Briefing session on National Skills Development Programme ( NSDP)
06 Mar 2017 – Others
With reference to the communiqué forwarded on 22 February 2017 regarding the National Skills Development Programme (NSDP), ...
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MEF New Services: IR & HR Solutions
08 Feb 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
MEF New Services: IR & HR Solutions – Transforming Organisations through Improved Industrial Relations...
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Extension of Maternity Leave from 12 to 14 Weeks
08 Feb 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The Employment Rights (Amendment) Act 2015, Act No. 10 of 2015 has amended Section 30 of the Employment...
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MEF Human Capital Development Forum
08 Feb 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The MEF has set up the Human Capital Development Forum as a support service platform to its members...
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Payment of Contributions to the National Savings Fund
08 Feb 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The National Savings Fund Act 1995 provides for the payment of a lump sum to every employee...
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Payment of Contributions to the National Pensions Fund
08 Feb 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The National Pensions Act provides for the payment of contributions by employers and employees ...
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HRDC – Revised Training Grant System
08 Feb 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
HRDC – Revised Trainng Grant System...
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Save the Date: 1er Colloque National Energies & Entreprises
08 Feb 2017 – Sustainable Development
Save the Date: 1er Colloque National Energies & Entreprises
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CSR Contribution for Flood Victims of February 2016
08 Feb 2017 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius has been solicited by the Government to participate in a support programme to the
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Membership Profile Survey 2016
08 Feb 2017 – Others
In our endeavour to provide you with better services, we are conducting a Membership Profile Survey,