Public-Private Partnerships

Examples of such collaborations are:

Rehabilitation of Pas Geometriques (PG) Labonte, Le Morne

The Forestry Service and Absa Bank (Mauritius) Ltd entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in 2024, with a shared commitment to restore the degraded land of PG Labonte. Through this collaborative initiative, approximately 10 hectares of coastal forest have been rehabilitated with the planting of around 12,000 trees including 10, 000 native trees. This strategic partnership not only contributes to increasing tree cover but also supports the objectives of the National Forestry Policy of 2006 by enhancing carbon sinks, addressing climate change, and combating land degradation.

Restoration works at Pas Geometriques (PG) Virginia

In 2023, the Forestry Service, in partnership with NGO mru_2025, undertook restoration works at Pas Geometriques Virginia, focusing on the rehabilitation of 3 hectares of coastal forest. The project involved the removal of invasive alien species (IAS), particularly Leucaena leucocephala (commonly known as Acacia), and the introduction of 2005 coastal native plant species. These efforts aim to strengthen coastal resilience and combat land degradation in the area while increasing native tree cover.

Rehabilitation of Signal Mountain

In 2023, the Forestry Service, in collaboration with the BDO, rehabilitated approximately 1 hectare of land on Signal Mountain. The restoration efforts included the introduction of around 900 native plants to support ecosystem recovery and enhance biodiversity in the area. Firebreaks are also created and maintained by the Forestry Service to mitigate fire incidents on the Mountain. 

Rehabilitate the State Forests Land at Plaine Sophie

Since 2022, the Forestry Service has been working in partnership with the NGO Natir to rehabilitate the State Forests of Plaine Sophie, including Sophie Nature Walk. This initiative has successfully introduced approximately 5,500 native trees and 6,300 native ferns across 4 hectares of land, along with restoration efforts on the River Reserves of Grand Ruisseau and associated trails by the end of 2024. Maintenance activities are currently ongoing to ensure the long-term success of the project.

Restoring the reserves of Piton Canot Mountain, commonly known as Montagne Chamarel

Since 2008, the Forestry Service has maintained a strong partnership with Ebony Forests Ltd to support the ecological restoration of the Piton Canot Mountain Reserves, commonly known as Montagne Chamarel. Over the years, the Service has authorized weeding and rehabilitation activities across 16 hectares of the reserve and as part of this long-standing collaboration, approximately 5,000 native plants have been provided free of charge by the Forestry Service to support ongoing conservation efforts.

Establish an endemic forest in the north

The Forestry Service partnered with Private Sector Compagnie Sucrière de St Antoine (CSSA),  based in the dry northern region of Mauritius, to establish an endemic forest on a 2-hectare of former sugarcane land. This collaborative initiative aims to promote biodiversity conservation and restore native vegetation in a region characterized by arid conditions and limited natural forest cover.

Tree Planting and maintenance efforts in collaboration with NGO anAngel

Demonstrating its ongoing commitment to community engagement and environmental sustainability, the Forestry Service partnered since 2024 with the NGO anAngel to promote public-private-partnerships to enhance forest management and advancing ecological restoration in Mauritius. As part of this initiative, around 1,200 plants — including a diverse range of native species — were planted in collaboration with the NGO on State Lands Powder Mills, Trou aux Cerfs, and Grand Bassin. This effort underscores the Forestry Service’s proactive approach to environmental stewardship and its strong commitment to fostering impactful partnerships for the benefit of both nature and communities.