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Is Youth Mental Health the Smartest CSR Investment of This Decade?
Half of all mental health conditions begin before 18, yet most young people never receive early support. We examine whether youth mental health is the smartest CSR investment…
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Section 135 Made Simple: Youth Development Projects That Qualify for CSR in India
Does a skills bootcamp, a leadership course or a girls’ sports programme count as CSR in India? This guide explains which youth projects qualify under Section 135 and…
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Mauritius CSR Rules in 2026: What the New 50% Remittance Means for Your Company’s Giving
For CSR funds set up in 2026, Mauritian companies must remit only 50% to the MRA instead of 75%, but the Finance Act 2026 restores 75% from 2027.…
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How to Choose the Right NGO for Your CSR Fund in Mauritius
Choosing an NGO for your CSR fund is a strategic decision, especially in 2026. Here are seven questions every Mauritian company should ask before committing.
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Team Mauritius 2026 Heads to Incheon: Meet the Young Innovators Representing Our Island
Five students and two mentors will carry the Mauritian flag to Incheon for the FIRST Global Challenge 2026. Meet Team Mauritius and the people supporting their journey.
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Call for Applications: Be Part of Team Mauritius 2026 at the Global Youth Peace Fest in India
YUVA Mauritius is forming Team Mauritius 2026 to represent the country at the 19th Global Youth Peace Fest in Chandigarh, India. Applications are now open. Find the full…
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Team Mauritius 2026 Meets Team North Macedonia in a Powerful FIRST Global Cultural Exchange
Team Mauritius 2026 met Team North Macedonia online through the FIRST Global Social Challenge, creating a meaningful cultural exchange between young students preparing for the FIRST Global Challenge…
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Team Mauritius 2026 Is Formed: YUVA’s Young Robotics Team Begins Its Road to Incheon
YUVA proudly announces that Team Mauritius 2026 has been formed and has begun robot-building training at the YUVA Academy in Port Louis. Student and mentor profiles will be…
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Beyond Policy Talk: YUVA at the World Bank CSO Roundtable
YUVA attended the World Bank Group CSO Roundtable in Mauritius, where civil society voices urged deeper consultation, better jobs, climate resilience, food security and stronger partnerships for inclusive…
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From Port Louis to Incheon: FIRST Global Mauritius Begins Its 2026 Robotics Journey
YUVA met the selected students, parents and mentors of Robotics Team Mauritius 2026 at its Port Louis Head Office to prepare for the FIRST Global Challenge in South…
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How YUVA Mauritius Helped Women Home-Based Workers Step Into Growth
YUVA Mauritius recently hosted a deeply meaningful workshop for women home based workers in Mauritius in close collaboration with IndianOil Mauritius. This article reflects on why the event…
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Social Innovation in Mauritius: Solving Real Problems With Practical Ideas
Social innovation Mauritius is not a fancy phrase for conferences, panels, or polished presentations. At its heart, it is something far simpler and far more useful. It is…
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Robotics and STEM in Mauritius: Why It Matters for the Future of Youth
In recent years, robotics Mauritius has quietly evolved from a niche interest into a powerful tool for shaping the future of young people. While traditionally, education has focused…
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Entrepreneurship for Students in Mauritius: Building Skills Early
Entrepreneurship is often associated with starting a company, raising capital, or launching a product. But student entrepreneurship Mauritius is something that begins much earlier—and in much simpler ways.…
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Leadership Programmes for Youth in Mauritius: A Practical Guide for Parents and Students
Choosing the right youth leadership Mauritius programme can feel surprisingly high-stakes. Parents want something safe, credible and genuinely developmental. Students want something engaging, relevant and worth their time.…
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