February 26 2025 18:00
SOUTH AFRICA
Jawitz Properties is strengthening its footprint with the launch of a new office in Mauritius, in collaboration with Edouard Hart de Keating and Narain Sunassee, local property real estate agents.
Jawitz Properties was founded by the Jawitz family.
Mauritius, located a four-hour flight from South Africa, has evolved its reputation as a premier holiday destination to become a strategic base for business executives. With its superior infrastructure, direct flights to major hubs across Africa, Asia and Europe, and status as one of Africa’s most technologically advanced territories, Mauritius is an ideal location for remote work and relocation with its unique blend of accessibility, lifestyle, and business-friendly environment.
“Expanding into Mauritius is an exciting development for us, with the island being a familiar and well-loved destination for many South Africans who now have access to a wider range of property investment opportunities across a broader range of price points,” said Russell Berkman, franchise director of Jawitz Properties.
“Partnering with Edouard and his team offers us a strategic advantage, as they bring a wealth of local knowledge having been in the Mauritian property market since 2009. Their insights and experience add excellent value for our clients,” he said.
Mauritius offers a host of strategic advantages for businesses and investors beyond its island lifestyle. The country boasts competitive tax benefits, including low personal and corporate tax rates, no capital gains tax, and no wealth or inheritance tax, along with free repatriation of funds. Ranked as Africa’s top country for ease of doing business, Mauritius provides a robust and reliable legal framework, ensuring investor confidence.
Property buyers are increasingly diverse, with many choosing to invest in the island to access the opportunity of obtaining a residence permit by investing $375,000, along with associated benefits. Most importantly for South Africans, Mauritius is politically stable, is on an economic growth trajectory, and has a very low crime rate, often ascribed to strict firearms controls, widely implemented security measures, and a population that prides itself on being mild-mannered and relatively conservative.
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