Subject: Celebrating World Music Therapy Day! 🎵 🎧 🧠

Helloooooo thereeee People!


Hey team! First and foremost, we hope you and your loved ones stayed safe during Tropical Cyclone Garence. Our thoughts are with anyone affected. ❤️


March 1st marks World Music Therapy Day, a time to recognise how those killer playlists you jam to during your commute might actually be doing more than just making you dance in your seat! Music therapy is a legit clinical practice that uses; music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs. Pretty cool, right? 🆒😎


Ever noticed how certain songs can instantly change your mood? That's no coincidence! Music has this amazing ability to tap into our emotions, reduce stress, and even help with pain management. Many of our colleagues already use music to boost productivity or calm down after a stressful meeting (we see you with those ear pods!). 🤘

TECHNICAL NEWS

FATF Plenary 19- 21 February 2025


Following review made by the FATF plenary on 19 -21 February 2025, note that the list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring has been updated on 21st February 2025. (Refer to below):


Grey List – Jurisdictions under increased monitoring - 21st February 2025


1. Algeria,

2. Angola,

3. Bulgaria,

4. Burkina Faso,

5. Cameroon,

6. Côte d'Ivoire,

7. Croatia,

8. Democratic Republic of Congo,

9. Haiti,

10. Kenya,

11. Lao People's Democratic Republic

12. Lebanon,

13. Mali,

14. Monaco,

15. Mozambique,

16. Namibia,

17. Nepal,

18. Nigeria,

19. South Africa,

20. South Sudan,

21. Syria,

22. Tanzania,

23. Venezuela,

24. Vietnam,

25. Yemen


Jurisdiction No Longer Subject to Increased Monitoring by the FATF


1. Philippines


Blacklist - High-Risk Jurisdictions


1. Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)

2. Iran

3. Myanmar


Seychelles - Beneficial Ownership Guidelines


Please find attached the updated Beneficial ownership guidelines from the FSA Seychelles.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Keep the kitchen clean after your cooking adventures 🧽🔥


We know how much everyone loves a good team lunch or a birthday feast—nothing brings people together like food! 🎉 But guess what? Our beloved gas stove has been feeling a little neglected lately. It was recently found looking like it had survived a cooking battle… and let's just say, it wasn’t pretty. 😅


Good news: It’s now sparkling clean! ✨ But here’s the deal—if you use the stove, you clean the stove. Simple, right? Whether you're flipping pancakes, making a legendary curry, or just heating up leftovers, please remember to clean up after yourself.


Let’s keep our kitchen a happy (and clean) place for everyone. The stove thanks you in advance!


Bon appétit and happy cleaning! 🧽🔥😄


The Health & Safety Committee

 UAE Awareness Quiz Winners Announcement✨


Congratulations to All UAE Awareness quiz participants! 🎉Great news, everyone! Ann has decided that due to the extraordinary effort everyone has made, ALL participants will receive chocolates as a special treat! 🍫


Our winners are: 🏆


Prithma Ragoobeer – First place winner 🥇

Sara Sookroo – Second place winner 🥈

Amiirah Haulkhory – Third place winner 🥉


And a big round of applause for all participants:


Ashtee Bullyraz, Aziza Timol, Dhandevy Jeetun, Dilasha Sawmy, Divya Aubeeluck, Gawtamee Ghunowa, Himanshu Baboolall, Junesh Dussoye, Kirtee Ramchurn, Koush Chamane, Lovee Rampersad, Mohsin Ramjeet, Mooshimy Tewary, Nandita Reedoye, Rahul Ramgoolam, Ravi Sookur, Sobna Boodooa, Vimi Sookun, Vishma Ranlaul, and Zaynab Hisaund.


Your enthusiasm and knowledge made this quiz a huge success! Contact the Marketing & Communications Teams as from next Tuesday to collect your sweet rewards! 🎁


Thank you all for participating! 👏

HAPPENINGS

Andersen team conquers Le Pouce Mountain! 🏔️ 👍


The Andersen crew took on Le Pouce mountain last weekend for an epic team sunset hike! 🥾

🌿🏞️ The breathtaking views were the perfect backdrop for some great team bonding and fresh perspectives.


The team tackled the trails together, sharing laughs, snacks, and plenty of water breaks along the way! Nothing like conquering a mountain to build that team spirit! Those panoramic views of the island from the top were absolutely worth every step of the climb. 🌄

Special thanks to everyone who joined 💪

JOB SECTION

🎯 The following job openings are currently available at ITL. If you would like to apply or refer someone, please email hr@intercontinentaltrust.com.

  • Administrator (Corporate Administration)

  • Assistant Corporate Administrator

  • Corporate Manager

  • Senior Corporate Secretary

  • Senior Corporate Administrator

  • Assistant Manager

DID YOU KNOW?

Around the world, music therapists are using their skills to help people with everything from autism to Alzheimer's, from depression to physical rehabilitation. It's not just about listening either - creating music, singing, or moving to rhythm can all be powerful therapeutic tools. In healthcare settings, schools, and community centers, music is bringing healing vibes to people of all ages.


Did You Know? 🤔


🧠 Music can reduce anxiety before surgery by up to 40%


💊 Listening to music can reduce chronic pain by up to 21% and depression by up to 25%


🏃‍♀️ Matching your workout playlist's tempo to your target heart rate can improve exercise performance


🎸 Learning to play an instrument can improve memory, attention span, and processing speed


😴 Certain classical music pieces can help improve sleep quality (goodbye, counting sheep!)

BIRTHDAYS

Happiest birthday to you! 🎉 

Ravi Sookur

Ashika Raghoo

Dheema Ramjee–Bhuckory

Hemnish Joyekurrun

Hansley Logaren Cunapudy

Himanshu Baboolall

Maryvonne Bugwondeen

Manisha Mungroo Luckheeram

Beatrice Lan

Bijwantee (Kiran) Choyta

Ashive Kanoosingh

Seyukta Jannea

Alina Aswary Veerasamy

Keshini Tauckoo

Sharan Pannoo

KI BON PLAN

Car Boot Sale

  • Mahogany Shopping Promenade

  • Saturday 29th  Feb

  • 09:00 AM to 02:30 PM

Désiré François & Cassiya en concert LIVE

  • Trianon Convention Centre

  • Saturday 29th Feb

  • As from 08:00 PM

Salsa Thursday

  • Gravity Max Tribeca

  • Thursday 6th Mar

  • 07:00 PM to 00:00 AM

Let's share our therapeutic tunes! 🎧


We'd love to know what songs get YOU through tough times or boost your mood! Send us your favorite motivational tracks, and we'll compile a company-wide playlist to share in our next newsletter. Whether it's eye-of-the-tiger energy or calming acoustic vibes, we want to hear what keeps your mental health humming along!


Drop your song suggestions to internalcomms@imperium.mu by Wednesday. Rock on, everyone! 🤘


Hasta La Vista People ! 🙋‍♀️



Crazily Yours,


The Gazette Committee