THE AFRICA TIMES | MAURITIUS — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Mauritius to accelerate fiscal and structural reforms to strengthen economic resilience. Heightened global uncertainty and the ongoing war in the Middle East are weighing on the island nation’s near-term outlook despite its resilient economic performance.
Economic Growth and Projections
In its 2026 Article IV Consultation, completed on July 15, the IMF Executive Board noted that Mauritius’ economy expanded by 3.2% in 2025. This growth was supported by strong performance in tourism and financial services, although the construction sector experienced a contraction.
The Fund observed that inflation eased in early 2026 but rose to 3.6% in April. The conflict in the Middle East has contributed to increased global commodity prices, leading to projections of economic
