JA Mascareignes celebrates 15 years

In early December, JA Mascareignes celebrated 15 years of impact with a warm gathering bringing together former Chairpersons and Board members, alumni, partners, and staff.

We were honoured to welcome Pablo Marroche, Partnership Development Manager at JA Americas, highlighting the strength of our global network.

The celebration was a moment to reflect on our journey, values, and the collective efforts that continue to shape the future of JA Mascareignes.

Africa Company of the Year 2025 – Plantura wins second prize in Africa

JA Mascareignes proudly congratulates Plantura from Loreto College of St Pierre, winners of Second Prize at the Africa Company of the Year 2025 in Nigeria.

Their sustainable, tech-enabled air-purifying plant pot impressed the judges, earning them five awards, including:

  • Girls Lead Award
  • Best Facilitator Award
  • Entrepreneurs’ Organization Rising Leader Award
  • First Bank CEO Entrepreneurship Award
  • 1st Runner-Up – Africa COY 2025

An outstanding achievement showcasing young Mauritian innovation on the African stage.

Goal Accelerator in Rodrigues

Through the first-ever implementation of the Goal Accelerator Programme in Rodrigues in August 2025, young women entrepreneurs showcased their creativity, confidence, and entrepreneurial spirit.

The programme reflects JA Mascareignes’ commitment to empowering young women and strengthening entrepreneurship on the island.