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Conveniently accessible via short, direct flights from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, the idyllic tropical island of Mauritius is proving irresistible as a destination of choice for South African property investors seeking to diversify their investment po

It is relatively straightforward to make a good property investment when the economy and housing market are booming. As the old saying goes – a rising tide lifts all boats. However, says Sandra Gordon, Pam Golding Properties’ senior research analys

Mauritius is the fastest growing wealth market in Africa, according to a new report from the AfrAsia Bank. Not only are Mauritians the continent’s wealthiest population – with per capita wealth of $25 700, more than double that of second-placed South Africa –