Mauritius is Africa 's most competitive economy . Perhaps South Africa , the continent 's mining powerhouse ? Reliant on sugar exports for decades , Mauritius has diversified its economy in recent years . It now produces a wide range of goods and services from agriculture to tourism ( the island nation also hosts several major international events ).
Mauritius is Africa 's most competitive economy . Reliant on sugar exports for decades , Mauritius has diversified its economy in recent years . It now produces a wide range of goods and services from agriculture to tourism ( the island nation also hosts several major international events ).