The Mauritius Smart City Scheme
Introduced in 2015 to create self-sufficient urban communities integrating residential, commercial, healthcare, and educational facilities.
Key Smart City developments
- Moka Smart City — largest; includes Wellkin Hospital, schools, retail
- Tamarin Smart City — lifestyle and residential, west coast
- Beau Plan Smart City — north-central; includes Cote d'Or sports complex
- Cap Tamarin — boutique west coast development
Smart City vs PDS
| Feature | PDS | Smart City |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Residential | Mixed-use |
| Scale | Single development | Large masterplan |
| Amenities | Pool, gardens | Hospital, school, retail |
| Residency threshold | USD 375k+ | USD 375k+ |
Why it is attractive
Smart Cities offer infrastructure-rich living — hospital, international school, and retail within a short walk. Moka is particularly popular with families and retirees for this reason.