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Sustainability

Cim Finance has over 39 years played a critical role in driving both economic growth and social progress. Our main purpose is to help people achieve their ambitions because finance can be a key enabler of social and economic progress when it is dealt with in the right way. We know how our day-to-day decisions impact on society and how our innovative products, services and solutions deliver both social and financial prosperity. We aim at doing business that provides our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve with access to a prosperous future by using our skills, resources and commitment to deliver the best results for all stakeholders and by seeking fair, ethical and open solutions to problems.

Social Inclusion

We believe finance should empower people and communities. This belief guides every choice we make, ensuring that opportunities remain accessible, whether it involves supporting a student’s ambitions, helping a small business flourish or giving families the means to build stability.

We also measure our success by the extent to which we contribute actively and meaningfully to society. Over the years, we have directed our resources, expertise and commitment towards programmes designed to create lasting impact. This dedication is expressed through three pillars: Community, Education, and Environment, each representing an area where we can make a tangible difference, reach more people and address genuine needs that align with national priorities.

Social inclusion is not a separate programme we run; it is part of who we are. Cim Finance’s employees actively and eagerly volunteer in initiatives and appointed ‘culture influencers’ are driving awareness in every department. Our strong, longstanding relationships with NGOs, ministries, and community beneficiaries keep us closely connected to real needs and ensure our resources are directed where they can make the greatest impact.

Education

Education is a fundamental right and a pathway to economic independence. We believe that skills development and financial literacy empower people to make more informed decisions, become self-sufficient, and contribute positively to society.

Environment

Environmental sustainability is about making responsible choices that create lasting positive impact. We use our resources to preserve our environmental and social heritage.

Community

We work constructively with social groups to build greater resilience in communities, focusing on children, teenagers, and women. Through sports and shared values, we promote well-being and social cohesion.

Activities carried out during the financial year 2024-2025

Community

Education

Environment

Total Amount Disbursed

MUR 6,3m

Cité Cim, Rivière Du Rempart - Affordable housing project

Objective: Provide decent, affordable housing

In February 2016, heavy flooding devastated the Cite CIM community in Riviere du Rempart, causing extensive damage to homes and livelihoods. Since then, we have been actively involved in the neighbourhood, helping families not just get back on their feet, but help them long term, giving them the tools to take charge of their own futures. This project has delivered 40 new or renovated homes for families, providing a safer, more stable space to focus on daily life, personal growth, and the wellbeing of their children.

This year marks the conclusion of this project, a 10-year long journey that has strengthened the community and empowered families — a model we hope to replicate to create more resilient, self-reliant neighbourhoods.
Cité Riche Lieu – Renovation works

Objective: Provide decent, affordable housing

During the year, we renovated five homes in Cite Richelieu for families whose houses had been damaged by heavy rains, leaving them exposed to leaks and poor living conditions. Roof reinforcement works were carried out to ensure long-term durability and protection, while a fresh coat of paint created a more comfortable and pleasant living environment.
Light of Hope: Homeless Support Abri De Nuit, Port Louis

Objective: Support people with no shelter

On World Humanitarian Day, 19 August 2025, Cim Finance organised an outreach event to support homeless individuals at Abri De Nuit, Port Louis. Residents received gift bags containing essential items, including socks, handkerchiefs, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, T-shirts, slippers, and blankets. The event also provided meals, medical consultations, grooming, and a drug prevention awareness session, combining immediate relief with longer-term awareness.
Oasis de Paix, Pointe Aux Sables

Objective: Support school dropouts

Cim Finance partnered with Oasis de Paix, an NGO co-founded in 2006 by Father Henri Souchon and Mrs Monique Leung, which provides a structured environment for children who have dropped out of school. The programme offers education and guidance to regain opportunities for personal and social growth. We supported the initiative by providing school bags for all students and partly financing school uniforms.
Association Kinouété, Beau Bassin

Objective: Reintegration of detainees

Association Kinouete has been working across Mauritius’ correctional institutions for over two decades, helping detainees and ex-detainees reintegrate into society. Through this project, Cim Finance contributed to a comprehensive programme offering rehabilitation, counselling, vocational training, and social reintegration support. Over the next 15 months, male and female detainees will be given the support, tools and guidance needed to rebuild their lives and pursue personal growth.
To Rev Nu Vision, Beau Bassin

Objective: Alternative education and skills

To Rev Nu Vision provides an alternative pathway for students who have left formal schooling, blending academic support with practical skills training. Cim Finance helped fund foundational literacy and numeracy lessons, alongside offering vocational skills like cooking, sewing, and gardening. The programme also encouraged participants to showcase their talents through performances and raise funds from their creations, fostering confidence, creativity, and a sense of community among students from Cite Barkly, Cite Vuillemin, Cite Chebel, and Camp Levieux.

Total Amount Disbursed

MUR 4,9m

Ecole Renganaden Seeneevassen, Cassis

Objective: Personalised learning support

For over five years, Cim Finance has supported Ecole Renganaden Seeneevassen through a sustained, systematic approach, assisting both students and educators. Early initiatives included sponsoring educator training such as Leader in Me and Jolly Phonics, providing school materials, revamping the library, running reading programmes across all grades, and organising educational tours with Clavis International School. Remedial classes for Grades 5 and 6 and community events like Christmas celebrations enriched the learning environment.

This past year, our support deepened with after-school remedial classes, offering small group, personalised attention to help students keep up with the curriculum. To tackle high absenteeism on Mondays and Fridays, a liaison officer conducted home visits and engaged with parents. Children facing learning or personal challenges received support from an on-site psychologist, while three additional resource staff provided targeted help in weaker subjects. A school van ensured safe transportation, and eye screenings with glasses removed barriers to learning. Through this long-term, hands-on engagement, Cim Finance helps students overcome obstacles, improve academic performance, and gain the tools they need for personal growth and future success.
Drug Prevention Programme – Family UNited, Rodrigues

Objective: Build youth resilience and reduce drug abuse

Cim Finance worked closely with the Commission for Youth, a department of the Rodrigues Regional Assembly (RRA) responsible for youth, sports, arts, culture, and heritage, to implement the Family UNited drug prevention training programme. The Commission, which runs initiatives including a youth club for open dialogue and self-expression, saw the urgent need to tackle drug abuse among youth.

Cim Finance’s contribution focused on equipping social workers from the Commission for Youth (30 participants) and the Commission for Women’s Affairs and Others (around 20 participants) with practical tools and strategies to prevent drug abuse, build life skills, and promote healthy choices. Training took place at Mourouk Hotel in Rodrigues in a supportive environment, with meals and coffee breaks provided.

Through this programme, Cim Finance and the Commission for Youth strengthened inter-agency collaboration, enhanced community resilience, and helped establish long-term, sustainable prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs of Rodrigues’ youth.
Mont Charlot Community Government School, Rodrigues

Objective: Boost student performance

The Rodrigues Regional Assembly, through its Commission for Education, is leaving no stone unturned to boost school and student performance, and ensure every child completes nine years of quality education with meaningful learning outcomes. Cim Finance partnered with the Commission to support Mont Charlot Community Government School, targeting two classes totaling 47 students. The project addresses multiple priorities: strengthening literacy and numeracy, providing professional development for teachers – especially to support lower-performing students – renovating key areas to create a safe and welcoming learning environment, and fostering parental involvement.

Cim Finance’s support this past year focused on an after-school programme for Grade 5 and Grade 6 students, offering small-group, personalised attention. Through this hands-on engagement, students received the guidance and resources needed to overcome learning challenges, build foundational skills, and prepare them for both academic success and a brighter future.
Drug Prevention Programme – Family UNited, Mauritius

Objective: Strengthen family skills to prevent youth drug abuse

From 4 July to 29 September 2025, the Dr. Idrice Goomany Treatment Centre delivered 48 sessions of the Family UNited Programme across four high-risk Port Louis regions–Vallee Pitot, Plaine Verte, Cite La Cure, and Cite Valleejee. Working with local community organisations to recruit participants, the programme engaged 37 parents/ carers and 40 children, providing practical tools to strengthen family relationships and prevent substance abuse.

Participant feedback at the conclusion of the sessions showed strong appreciation for both content and delivery. In parallel, a two-day training workshop for 13 prospective social workers was held at the Centre’s headquarters to expand the programme’s reach and ensure sustainable implementation.
Association d’Alphabétisation de Fatima – Ecole Fatima

Objective: Enhance educational facilities and life skills

Ecole Fatima, established in 1989 by the Association d’Alphabetisation de Fatima, provides basic education and life skills to disadvantaged children, helping them build confidence and integrate into society. The school operates across a pre-primary school in Cite Mere-Theresa (25 students), a literacy school in Trou-aux-Biches (103 students), and a pre-vocational school in Trou-aux-Biches (29 students). Cim Finance’s support focused on renovating a music room with paint, wood, and electrical equipment to accommodate all instruments, and providing materials for cooking classes. These contributions enhance the learning environment and broaden practical skill development for the children.
Fondation Cours Jeanne D’Arc (FCJD) – St Patrick’s School

Objective: Vocational opportunities for students with special needs

St Patrick’s Primary School, managed by FCJD, serves both mainstream students (Grades 1–6) and children with special needs across seven Special Education Needs (SEN) classes. The school provides students in the final SEN class (aged 14–18) with practical training in areas such as craftsmanship, hairdressing, cooking, hospitality, and mechanics, preparing them for future careers.

To meet rising demand, the school plans to build additional classrooms. Half the funds have been raised, with the remainder supported by CSR contributions, including from Cim Finance. The school currently accommodates around 85 students and aims to welcome 40–50 new students starting January 2026, including children from disadvantaged backgrounds, expanding opportunities for inclusion and skill development.

Total Amount Disbursed

MUR 642,500

Western Cemetery Environment Initiative

Objective: Preserve heritage and enhance green spaces In 2018, a group of enthusiasts established Sauvegarde du Cimetiere de l’Ouest Ltee (SCO), a non-profit organisation dedicated to preserving the historic Western Cemetery in Cassis, Port Louis – the oldest functioning cemetery in Mauritius. SCO partnered with the Municipal Council of Port Louis and set up an office with a secretariat and gardener to manage ongoing conservation efforts.

Projects focused on clearing and maintaining buffer areas, routine vegetation control within the cemetery, planting and nurturing shrubs and palms, and training guides to manage tours and visitor engagement. Through these efforts, the initiative safeguards a historic site while creating a more welcoming and environmentally conscious space for the community.
Beach Cleaning Activity – Poste La Fayette

Objective: Promote environmental stewardship

In June 2025, Cim Finance employees actively participated in a beach-cleaning initiative at Poste Lafayette Beach, in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, to mark World Environment Day. Through hands-on volunteering, employees contributed to a cleaner coastal environment while raising awareness about environmental stewardship and the importance of protecting Mauritius’ natural spaces.