From Mauritius to South Africa: A Journey of Two Homes

Hello, I’m Munjoy — born and raised on the beautiful island of Mauritius. In 1997, driven by the pursuit of new experiences and growth, I relocated to South Africa. I first settled in Cape Town, later moving to the scenic town of Paarl, which has since become my long-term home. South Africa gave me not only professional opportunities but also personal blessings — I met and married a wonderful South African woman, and we’re raising a beautiful daughter who brings us endless joy.

Over the past two decades, I’ve built my career in sports, tourism, and community development. I’m one of the founding members of Big 5 Solutions Pty Ltd, a dynamic and multi-sector consulting company operating across South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Mozambique, Eswatini (Swaziland), Ivory Coast, Iran, and China. We specialize in:

Drone technology and UAV services for agriculture, infrastructure inspection, and environmental monitoring
Geospatial mapping, mining surveys, and topographical data capture
Smart AI-driven solutions for planning, development, and asset management
Pharmaceutical sector analysis and entry support, with links to manufacturers and R&D teams across China, South Africa, and Iran
Custom-built logistics and compliance frameworks for cross-border project development
Advisory on sustainable tech implementation in emerging markets

In parallel, we're currently developing a sports academy in Paarl, aimed at nurturing young athletes through structured, high-performance training rooted in sports science, mentorship, and wellness education.

I'm also the co-founder of Les Guerriers Youth Development Empowerment Academy NPC, a registered non-profit based in South Africa. Our mission is to empower youth through sports, psychosocial support, education, and values-based life skills. Our long-term goal is to build a full-fledged high-performance center that serves both community and elite-level athletes.

Recently, I returned to Mauritius to take care of important family responsibilities. I’m now based between Quatre Bornes and Flic en Flac, living with my daughter, who is enrolled in online schooling and discovering her own connection to island life. We’ve just completed her passport application, beginning a new chapter in our journey between two homes — Mauritius and South Africa.

In Mauritius, I’ve also begun hosting guests via Airbnb, offering short stays in a beautiful beachside location in Flic en Flac. Additionally, I’m actively involved in launching a national anti-drug initiative, designed to use sport, vocational skills, and psychosocial development as a way to support vulnerable youth. This initiative is structured to align with government policy and supported by doctors, CSR funding, and partners in all four corners of the island.

My life is built around impact — creating connections, growing communities, and giving back. As an expat, entrepreneur, and community builder, I remain committed to innovation, empowerment, and bridging opportunities between Africa, the Indian Ocean islands, and beyond.

玩偶姐姐

MUNJOY CHOWBAY

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