Navin Ramgoolam: "Vision 2050 is a Call to Reimagine Mauritius for Us and Future Generations"

Navin Ramgoolam has stated, "Vision 2050 is a call to reimagine Mauritius for us and future generations." The government is embarking on a comprehensive participatory process to define the country's direction towards 2050, with a strategic document set for national review by mid-2026.

The preparation for the Vision 2050 project, aimed at national examination by mid-2026, was officially initiated by the government. The launch of national consultations for Vision 2050 took place on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the Octave Wiehé Auditorium in Réduit, presided over by Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam. This initiative is led by the Ministry of Economic Planning and marks the beginning of a significant participatory exercise.

These consultations aim to outline the major directions for the country over the next 25 years. Starting in January, a series of meetings and discussions will be initiated with various segments of the population. The contributions gathered will inform the development of a framework document that will serve as a basis for national debate before its finalization.

Economic Planning Minister Jyoti Jeetun indicated that the chosen timeline is demanding but necessary. According to her, Vision 2050 will be developed through an open planning process involving citizens, economic stakeholders, social organizations, and institutions. The goal is to build a shared vision based on concrete realities and collective aspirations.

In his speech, Navin Ramgoolam emphasized that many questions have arisen regarding both the destination and the path to take. He stressed the government's commitment to defining a new direction for the country, viewing Vision 2050 as a voluntary and structured exercise. "Vision 2050 is a call to reimagine Mauritius as we wish for ourselves and future generations," he asserted.

He believes this is not merely a prospective scenario but an active process aimed at guiding economic and social choices. He reiterated that the expected transformation must be inclusive, with social dimensions being as central as economic considerations. The Prime Minister also invited all Mauritians to participate in the consultations and share their ideas and expectations.

Minister Jeetun highlighted the importance of long-term planning, noting that this approach concerns families, businesses, and public authorities alike. Households must anticipate their investments in education and health, while businesses should project themselves into an environment shaped by technological changes, artificial intelligence, international competition, and climate-related risks. The state, in turn, has the responsibility to devise policies capable of supporting sustainable and inclusive growth in a changing global context.

The question of the 2050 horizon was also addressed. For the minister, this choice responds to a need for coherence and a common vision. Twenty-five years correspond to an entire generation. Today’s schoolchildren will be decision-makers and parents by 2050. Therefore, the decisions made within this project will impact the country they will build and their attachment to Mauritius. This perspective underlines the national consultations preceding the preparation of the project, which will be submitted for national debate by mid-2026.

The aim of a long-term vision for 2050:

• To outline a clear and coherent path for socio-economic transformation towards a high-income country.
• To ensure policy coordination among ministries to create synergies – prioritizing investments.
• To provide visibility to households, investors, businesses, and development partners, enabling them to plan with confidence.
• To prepare for the realities of tomorrow – shifting from a reactive to a proactive attitude.

According to Navin Ramgoolam, the consultations on Vision 2050 should focus on the following points:

• Strengthening our economic base.
• Rethinking education.
• Enhancing climate resilience, accelerating the transition to renewable energies, promoting sustainable agriculture, and ensuring the protection of our lagoons.
• Making healthcare accessible, enhancing preparedness, securing the food and vegetable supply system to reduce excessive dependence on imports.
• Strengthening social security.
• Reaffirming our common values of respect, justice, meritocracy, and tolerance.
• Engaging youth and communities so that every Mauritian feels heard and respected.

Outline of the national consultations:

• National dialogues in all districts, allowing communities from all regions of Mauritius to express their aspirations and concerns.
• Sectoral roundtables with businesses, professional associations, and universities to unlock opportunities.
• Forums for youth, as they should be among the main architects of this vision.
• The government will work with civil society and NGOs to ensure that the vision is built on principles of sustainability, social justice, and inclusion.
• Involve the private sector as a key partner in investment, innovation, and job creation, aligning long-term public planning with the private sector's long-term strategy.
• Reach out to our diaspora, consisting of Mauritians living in London, Paris, Geneva, Dubai, Johannesburg, Toronto, Silicon Valley, Singapore, Mumbai, and beyond, whose expertise in technology, finance, and science can help us attract the talent we need.
• Collaborate with development partners to bring global knowledge, technical support, and funding aligned with our national priorities.
• Create participatory digital platforms so that every Mauritian, whether residing in the country or abroad, can make a meaningful contribution.