In line with the proposals put forward in the 2020/2021 Budget, the Government has introduced the Africa Warehousing Scheme (AWS) whose aim is to subsidise the rental and administrative costs of warehouses in selected African countries. This will in turn make “Made in Mauritius" products more accessible and competitive in African markets.

Financial support is provided on a cost-sharing basis between the Government (60%) and the Private Sector (40%) subject to the following conditions:
(i) Eligibility assessment of the company and products by the AWS Committee set up by Economic Development Board (EDB)
(ii) Time-bound for 2 years of rental and the scheme has a capping of up to:

• Rs. 1,200,000 for the 1st year
• Rs. 300,000 for the 2nd year
• Rs. 300,000 pro-rata for additional space of 200m2, per year, during the two years of operation

(iii) The 60% refund covers the following costs:

• Rental and administrative costs for first 200 m2 over 2 years
• Rental of additional space of 200 m2 over 2 years
• Merchandising costs for the 1st year only
• Registration costs – One-off cost in the 1st year only (Company Incorporation, Licensing, Trademarks, etc.)

How can ITL help?
ITL can assist in the establishment of the Mauritian companies as well as liaise with the EDB in relation to the application for the AWS. We also provide the ongoing support to the companies i.e. provision of the relevant administrative and secretarial services. To have a better understanding of how we can assist, please write to us on info@intercontinentaltrust.com
For more information about the AWS for Tanzania, please visit the EDB website: Here