One passion at heart
For the past four years, CIEL has partnered with Rugby Mauritius in support of the Mauritius 7s, one of the leading rugby events on the regional sporting calendar.
Bringing together national teams from across Africa and the Indian Ocean region, the tournament is one of the few occasions where countries from across the region come together in Mauritius around a shared passion. The 2026 edition, taking place on 3 and 4 October, will welcome eight national teams: Mauritius, Burkina Faso, Egypt, Kenya, Madagascar, South Africa, Réunion and Namibia.
For CIEL, the partnership resonates with a regional outlook that has long shaped the Group's development. As a Mauritian Group with operations spanning more than ten countries across Africa, India and the Indian Ocean region, CIEL has grown alongside dynamic markets and communities, building businesses and long-term partnerships across the regions where it operates.
A partnership built on shared values
Beyond the competition, the partnership is rooted in values that align strongly with CIEL: teamwork, resilience, discipline and a Go Beyond mindset.
"Team spirit, pushing beyond our limits, resilience and the ability to challenge ourselves are values that define rugby just as much as they reflect the entrepreneurial spirit of CIEL. They are shared values that resonate with who we are," says Guillaume Dalais, Group Chief Executive of CIEL.
These values are reflected every day across the Group's businesses and markets. They shape how our teams collaborate, adapt to change and pursue long-term growth in an increasingly dynamic environment.
Going beyond the pitch
While the tournament celebrates sporting excellence, it also contributes to the visibility of Mauritian rugby, encourages the development of local talent and reinforces Mauritius' ability to host international sporting events.
The Mauritius 7s brings together players, coaches, volunteers, organisers, supporters and partners around a shared passion, creating connections that extend beyond the game itself.
As the next edition approaches, CIEL is proud to continue supporting an event that celebrates sporting camaraderie, regional engagement and the values that inspire excellence, both on and off the field.
