After 9 months, Mauritius went back into lockdown on 10 March 2021. Banks, as an essential service, remained open (as per MBA Protocol for banks), and ensured continuity of service to the public and corporates. Some of the measures implemented by banks during the confinement include the suspension of ATM fees for the duration of confinement, to help ensure the public has access to cash. The MBA has helped coordinate Work Access Permits (WAPs), and, with experience acquired during the last lockdown, a relatively smooth transition for banks.
