Mauritius
Mauritius is a country in Africa (Eastern Africa). Its capital is Port Louis. It has about 1,243,741 inhabitants (156th of 194 by population) and covers 2,040 km² (169th of 195 by area).
Quick facts
| Capital | Port Louis |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Eastern Africa |
| Population | 1,243,741 (2025) |
| Area | 2,040 km² |
| Currencies | Mauritian rupee (₨) |
| Languages | English, French, Mauritian Creole |
| Demonym | Mauritian |
| Borders | None (no land borders) |
Sources: world-countries (mledoze/countries) · flag-icons · Wikidata (P36 capital) · World Bank, SP.POP.TOTL. Last verified: 2026-10-09. Details and licenses