A Roadmap to Position Mauritius as a Regional Fintech Hub
The Ministry of Financial Services and Economic Planning officially launched the Mauritius National Fintech Strategy 2026–2030 on Thursday, 25 June 2026. The launch took place at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Auditorium at the Côte d’Or Technopole, bringing together more than 200 stakeholders from the financial and technology sectors.
The event marks a significant milestone in the Government’s ambition to strengthen Mauritius’ position as a regional fintech hub while accelerating the adoption of digital financial solutions. It also represents a decisive step towards making fintech a new pillar of economic growth for the country.
Built around a long-term vision, the Strategy aims to create a dynamic, inclusive and competitive fintech ecosystem capable of attracting investment, driving innovation, and enabling both local and international players to launch, grow and expand their operations from Mauritius.
The Strategy is based on two key strategic objectives: strengthening Mauritius’ competitiveness as a leading regional fintech centre while accelerating digital and financial transformation through wider adoption of fintech solutions across government institutions, businesses and households.
According to Dr Jyoti Jeetun, Minister of Financial Services and Economic Planning:
“The National FinTech Strategy 2026–2030 reflects the Government’s ambition to position Mauritius as Africa’s trusted platform for digital finance, driven by innovation, inclusion and cross-border collaboration. Around the world, financial technologies are transforming economies by improving access to financial services, simplifying transactions and creating new growth opportunities. For Mauritius, they represent a unique opportunity to rethink our economic model, accelerate local value creation and strengthen our competitiveness.
Our objective is both clear and ambitious: to make fintech a central pillar of tomorrow’s economic growth while bringing Mauritius even closer to the African continent and the rest of the world. By 2030, we aim to establish a more agile regulatory framework, build resilient digital infrastructure, develop the skills of tomorrow, strengthen our international profile, and further enhance financial inclusion and consumer protection. This Strategy represents an important milestone in our vision for a modern, innovative and future-ready financial sector.”
A Vision Built Around Six Strategic Pillars
To achieve its objectives by 2030, the Strategy is structured around six interconnected pillars:
- Regulatory framework and innovation;
- Digital infrastructure development and cybersecurity;
- Talent and skills development;
- Innovation, investment and market development;
- International collaboration and regional positioning; and
- Financial inclusion, awareness and consumer protection.
Together, these pillars seek to establish a more agile, transparent and efficient regulatory environment through simplified processes and stronger institutional coordination. The Strategy also places significant emphasis on strengthening digital infrastructure, particularly payment systems, to ensure a secure and reliable digital ecosystem.
Also speaking at the launch, Dr Avinash Ramtohul, Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation, highlighted that the National FinTech Strategy forms a key pillar of the Government’s vision to position Mauritius as a trusted regional leader in digital finance and innovation.
“This Strategy complements the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy and the FAIR AI Guidelines, which lay the foundation for the responsible adoption of artificial intelligence across all sectors of the economy. We are strengthening the fintech ecosystem through a modern, innovation-friendly regulatory framework, enhanced cybersecurity, robust data protection, interoperable digital infrastructure, as well as the continued development of the KOREK! SuperApp and digital government services.
At the same time, we are investing in digital skills development, supporting start-ups and innovation, fostering international partnerships, and promoting financial inclusion.”
Towards an Inclusive and Innovative Digital Economy
The Mauritius National Fintech Strategy 2026–2030 reflects the country’s commitment to building a modern, open and competitive digital economy. It provides a common framework that brings together public institutions, private sector organisations, academia and international partners to foster a sustainable, value-creating fintech ecosystem.
By leveraging innovation, digital infrastructure, skills development and international cooperation, Mauritius aims to strengthen its position as a strategic gateway between Africa and the rest of the world.
The Ministry of Financial Services and Economic Planning developed the Strategy with the support of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).
During the launch, Eunice Kamwendo, Director of the ECA Subregional Office for Southern Africa, reaffirmed UNECA’s commitment to supporting Mauritius as Africa shapes its own digital finance future.
“Mauritius stands out as a model, demonstrating how African countries can develop policies tailored to emerging technologies that are locally designed while remaining globally competitive. Across the continent, Africa is developing its own continental legal frameworks, shared risk classifications and financing mechanisms for financial technologies.
Too often, standards are established outside the continent. Yet we know that decent formal employment, innovation and financial inclusion will depend largely on coherent governance and strong national strategies. Mauritius’ National FinTech Strategy is exactly that: forward-looking, ambitious and evidence-based.”
To access the Mauritius National Fintech Strategy 2026–2030, please click here.
