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By Niki Jackson It’s no secret that many parts of the beautiful Indian Ocean are bulging under the threat of becoming garbage sites. The urgent reality is that vast spaces of these crystal coloured oceans with their abundant reefs, wildlife, ecosystems and foo

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

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 –

The seaside town of Tamarin on the west coast of Mauritius, famous for its salt pans, white sandy beaches and rolling waves, is the perfect example of harmonious island living. This region is blessed with great all-year round weather and is surrounded by majes