Subject: 🎀World Kindness Day: Spreading joy in the workplace😉

 
 

Helloooooo thereeee People!


This Wednesday 13th of November, we're celebrating World Kindness Day 🌟 – the perfect reminder to bring a little extra warmth and positivity into our everyday lives. A small act of kindness goes a long way, not only in brightening someone else's day but also in creating a more positive and connected workplace for all of us. It's brilliant how a simple act of kindness can turn someone's rather rubbish day into something quite special, isn't it? ✨


Whether it's leaving a friendly note of encouragement on someone's desk 📝, or simply taking a moment to properly listen👂when a teammate needs to chat, these thoughtful gestures create ripples of positivity throughout our company. Research has shown that workplace kindness not only boosts morale but also enhances productivity and strengthens team bonds. It's rather like a lovely chain reaction – when we experience kindness, we're more likely to pass it on to others 💫.


Together, we can transform our office into an even more welcoming space, one kind gesture at a time 💞.

 

TECHNICAL NEWS

Communiqué from BoM: Special banking hours on 11th November 2024


Members of the public are hereby informed that, following a request made by the Mauritius Bankers Association Limited, the Bank of Mauritius (‘Bank’) has given its approval, under section 62 of the Banking Act 2004, for banks to close their branches with the public at 13:00 hours on 11th November 2024. The Bank will remain open to the public until 13:00 hours on that date, while interbank cheque clearing and electronic settlement facilities will remain open until 13:45 hours to allow all transactions of the day to be completed in due time. Please see attached notice by the Bank.

Special banking hours on Counting Day


In view of the upcoming General Elections in Mauritius and with reference to the communiqué

issued by the Central Bank of Mauritius (BOM), the State Bank of Mauritius and the Standard Bank have issued the following notices regarding special banking hours on 11th November 2024.


SBM:


1. Cut off time for all Local and Foreign Currency transactions (inwards, outwards and internal transfers) have been set at 11 a.m Mauritian Time. All transfers received by 11hrs will be processed on a best effort basis on the same day and the remnant will be executed on the next working day; no extension will be allowed on Monday 11th November 2024. Payment instructions for which the due diligence and/or call back procedure is not completed will be kept pending for the next working day; and


2. Banking services and our office will close at 13hrs;


3. We shall resume normally on the next working day.


Standard Bank:


The Bank's Service Centre will exceptionally close its business to the public at 1.00pm on Monday 11th November 2024 and the cut-off time for Mauritian Rupees transactions has thereby been set at 12.00pm for Inter-Bank transfers and 12.30pm for MACSS transfers.

The Bank has decided to continue to entertain international transaction services on Monday 11th November 2024 and the cut-off times are as follows:


• Cut-off time for manual instructions for foreign currency transactions: 3.00pm

• Cut-off time for Business Online for ALL foreign currency transactions: 3.30pm


For more information, please contact their Client Services Team:


Tel : +(230) 402 5200

Application for Incorporation


Kindly note that separate code has been provided under each company category and type. Henceforth, the requests for copy of constitution, summary of file and signed certificate will be entertained after incorporation only for Domestic companies. The requests for same should be made at the Monitoring section.


FATF Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring (FATF Grey List)


The below countries were added to the FATF Grey list on the 25th of October 2024:


• Algeria

• Angola

• Cote D’ivoire

• Lebanon


Please note that Senegal is no longer subject to increased monitoring by the FATF.



Application for change of Name


Since Monday 04th November 2024, applications for change of name are imperatively accompanied by their respective payment (Rs100 per app).


Bank Holiday in the USA


Kindly note that Monday 11th November 2024 will be a Bank holiday in the USA. Hence, no payments in USD can be effected for value date 11th November 2024.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

🌴 Reminder - EOY Party RSVP!


Mo bann kamarad.....Quick reminder about our mega end-of-year bash - and trust us, you won't want to miss this one!

  • When: 27th December, 6 PM - 1 AM

  • Where: The gorgeous Ile aux Deux Cocos (yes, that dreamy island!)

  • RSVP Deadline: 22nd November

⚠️ Why your RSVP is crucial:

  • We need to sort out your transport to and from the island

  • Make sure you get the food you actually want to eat and arrange any dietary requirements

  • Get you on the guest list


Haven't registered yet? Pop over to https://forms.office.com/r/efpsg7aemi


🎵 Great food, amazing location, top entertainment - all the ingredients for an unforgettable night! 🥳

 

🏠 Monday WFH Reminder - Election Results Day!


Quick reminder about Monday 11th November. We're all working from home while the election results come in. Here's your weekend checklist to avoid any Monday morning panic:


Friday Before You Leave:


Grab your laptop ✅

Don't forget that charger! 🔌

Double-check you've got everything you need for Monday's tasks and meetings


Monday 11th November:


Everyone's WFH unless your director says otherwise

For our on-site staff: you can head off at 2pm if you need to


Tuesday Morning:


Remember to bring everything back!

Laptop: check ✅

Charger: check ✅


Easy peasy!

New warning sign on Dashboard


A new warning sign "There are special characters in the instruction details (e.g. names, email address)" has been added to the Warning Signs section in the Bank Transfer module on Dashboard. Please refer to the mail attached for more details.

Extension of deadline for the International Insights Initiative (III) Programme


ITLians, the International Insights Initiative (III) Programme deadline has been pushed to 8th November - that's right, you've still got a shot at this! 🎉

Fancy This:

Two epic weeks of either...

🦁 Tracking lions, elephants, and rhinos across South Africa's breathtaking savannas

OR

🏖️ Living your best island life in the Seychelles, with those pinch-me-I'm-dreaming beaches

Think about it:

  • Making memories that'll last a lifetime

  • Adding some serious sparkle to your career journey

  • Meeting incredible people

  • Stories that'll make everyone back home proper jealous!


Don't Let This Slip Away:

👉 Write a convincing motivational letter to vharnaran@intercontinentaltrust.com


What are you waiting for? Get that application in!

🧹 General Office Cleaning on Level 4 this Saturday


We're having a proper deep clean of Level 4 this Saturday 9th November, from 8:30 am. Before you dash off for the weekend, we would be grateful if you could give your desk a tidy and clear any stuff or boxes under or around your workspace. The cleaning squad will be carpet shampooing, deep vacuuming, full desk wipe-down, screen and phone cleaning, etc.


The cleaner things are when they arrive, the better job they can do (and the nicer your workspace will be on Tuesday!

 

EASY WAY TO SPREAD KINDNESS EVERY DAY!

Want to celebrate random acts of Kindness Day every day? Here are fun ideas to do anywhere:


📝 Leave a sticky note with a cheerful message on someone's monitor

📋 Offer to take notes in a meeting when you notice a colleague's having a manic day

👂 Simply ask "You alright?" and properly listen to the answer

🌟 Compliment the first three people you talk to today

👋 Say hi to the person next to you on the elevator

🍪 Surprise your coworker with freshly baked cookies or treats!

💭 Try to make sure every person in a group conversation feels included

✍️ Write a kind message on your mirror with a dry erase marker for yourself, your significant other or a family member

📧 Send a gratitude email to a coworker who deserves more recognition

💝 Practice self-kindness and spend 30 minutes doing something you love today

📓 Write a gratitude list in the morning and again in the evening

💌 Write your partner a list of things you love about them

🐾 Purchase extra dog or cat food and bring it to an animal shelter

📱 Put your phone away while in the company of others

💫 When you hear that discouraging voice in your head, tell yourself something positive — you deserve kindness too!

BIRTHDAYS / LEAVERS

Happiest birthday to you! 🎉


 • Yashoda Fezah

• Vimi Sookun

• Kelvin Vuthavadu

• Nusayhah Mooraby

• Laurie Davantin

• Chesna Murday

• James Lai

• Ally Durgauhee

Goodbyeeeee! 😔


• Goonshikha Ramgutty

• Kaamesh Emrith

KI BON PLAN

 

Kokedama Workshop

 

  • Symfolia Pépinière, Helvetia, Saint-Pierre

  • Saturday 9th Nov

  • 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Wall of Wonders (WOW) by House of Digital Art

  • Tribeca Mall

  • Everyday

  • 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

 
 

Journée d'adoption chiens et chats

  • Grand Baie la Croisette

  • Saturday 9th Nov

  • 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM

 

Drink & Draw Pots

 

  • Vanilla Village Mauritius

  • Saturday 9th Nov

  • 04:00 PM to 07:30 PM

 

Jam Apre Travay

  • Oficea

  • Thursday 14th Nov

  • 05:o0 PM to 09:00 PM

 

Free Body Combat

  • Amphithéâtre de Telfair

  • Thursday 14th Nov

  • 05:30 PM to 11:45 PM

Guys, let's make the most of World Kindness Day 🌟 and add a few extra acts of kindness 💝 to our week. After all, in our fast-paced work environment, these seemingly small moments of connection 🤝 and consideration help create the sort of workplace culture where everyone feels valued and supported. Whether big or small, every gesture counts! Remember, kindness is contagious 🌈 – let's keep it going and make our workplace feel even brighter ⭐️.


Have a great weekend and don't forget to exercise your democratic right on Sunday!



Hasta La Vista People! 🙋‍♀️



Crazily Yours,


The Gazette Committee

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