Executive Summary
We delivered a landmark report for the Economic Development Board (EDB) of Mauritius, quantifying and evidencing the country's role as a gateway for sustainable investment into Africa. The comprehensive research now serves as a key resource in policy discussions with African governments, the OECD, and the European Commission, reinforcing Mauritius’ position as a critical facilitator of economic development across the continent.
Client Background
The EDB of Mauritius is the national agency responsible for promoting investment and economic development. As part of its strategic mandate, the EDB sought to formally demonstrate the country’s impact in supporting African growth through financial intermediation and investment facilitation.
Challenge
The EDB needed a robust, data-driven report to credibly communicate the value Mauritius delivers to Africa’s development, especially amid growing international scrutiny of offshore financial centres. The analysis had to be authoritative, evidence-rich, and accessible to global policy stakeholders.
Solution
We combined innovative analysis of existing economic data with results from a large-scale survey of Mauritius-based management companies, designed and conducted by Capital Economics. The research was supported by in-country fieldwork and interviews with African and international stakeholders. The final report, exceeding 100 pages, included original estimates of Mauritius’ economic impact in Africa, detailed commentary, case studies, and visualisations. A concise summary report was also produced to highlight the key findings.
Detailed Results
The report has become a central tool for the EDB in communicating Mauritius’ contribution to African development. It has been used in high-level discussions with regional governments and major global institutions, helping to strengthen the country’s strategic positioning in Africa’s economic future.
