BRAVE CF To Build New Sports Economy In Mauritius

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SPORTS | November 16, 2023

(L-R): BRAVE Combat Federation President Mohammed Shahid, Speaker of the Mauritius National Assembly Hon. Soorojdev Phokeer, Avinash Ramtohul (Image Source: BRAVE Combat Federation)

BRAVE Combat Federation (BRAVE CF) President and KHK Sports Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mohammed Shahid recently traveled to Mauritius to discuss BRAVE CF’s role in the development of the sporting and tourism scene in the African country as Mauritius prepares to host a BRAVE CF mixed martial arts show for the first time in 2024. The global reach of BRAVE CF is expected to play a key role in the next few years as the country looks to increase its tourism and sporting awareness worldwide, develop its industries on a national level, and attract foreign investment opportunities.

While in the country, the Advisor to the President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee met with Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Steven Obeegadoo and several other dignitaries such as Hon. Sooroojdev Phokeer, Speaker of the National Assembly; Hon. Stephan Toussaint, Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Recreational; and Economic Development Board CEO Ken Poonoosamy. At these meetings, Shahid spoke about the connection between BRAVE CF and Mauritius and how the organization can not only bring in a new upheaval of economic investments, but also establish ancillary business meetings, summits, and conventions to further Mauritius’ bid to develop economically through sports and tourism. Deputy Prime Minister Obeegadoo was keen to emphasize the opportunity at hand to develop the tourism sector of both Mauritius and Bahrain with the upcoming BRAVE CF event. He also conveyed his congratulations to His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa for his exemplary work in leading BRAVE CF to become the most global mixed martial arts (MMA) organization in the world. He believes that the first edition of BRAVE CF in Mauritius will be extremely important in consolidating the friendly ties between Mauritius and Bahrain, as well as to stimulate the tourism sector.

BRAVE Combat Federation President Mohammed Shahid and Mauritius' Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Recreational Hon. Stephan Toussaint (Image Source: BRAVE Combat Federation)

Minister Toussaint and Mr. Shahid, were then discussing the level of international awareness that a BRAVE CF event will bring to Mauritius and how the show will be the perfect opportunity for the country to enjoy sports development opportunities with the goal of building a true sports economy. Minister Toussaint also touched on the organization of the event itself and has proposed to set up a working committee that will be responsible for organizing BRAVE CF’s first-ever show in Mauritius. On the other hand, Speaker Phokeer of the Mauritius National Assembly welcomed BRAVE Combat Federation to the country and spoke of his desire to bring the company’s events to the nation on a regular basis. He believes that the upcoming show will be the perfect opportunity for Mauritius and Bahrain to further develop diplomatic ties and praised His Highness Shaikh Khaled bin Hamad Al Khalifa’s efforts in the field of combat sports. During their meeting, both parties spoke of the potential impact that BRAVE CF’s event can have on several sectors. The development of a true sports ecosystem in the country that will put Mauritius potentially as the face of African MMA worldwide as well as impacting and educating the youth of the country as a social benefit to the organization’s arrival in Mauritius. 

(L-R): Avinash Ramtohul, BRAVE Combat Federation President Mohammed Shahid, Mauritius Economic Development Board CEO Ken Poonoosamy (Image Source: BRAVE Combat Federation)

Poonoosamy eventually expressed his satisfaction in providing the EDB’s support for BRAVE CF’s first event in Mauritius. He revealed to Mr. Shahid his high expectations regarding the partnership with the Bahraini-based organization and both have agreed that BRAVE CF’s event in Mauritius will bring a high level of international awareness to the country via the massive media coverage of BRAVE CF, showcasing Mauritius as a potential rising global sports, event, and entertainment destination. Poonoosamy also stressed the diverse opportunities that the BRAVE CF event will offer to Mauritius, most notably, but not exclusive to trade and business development opportunities, bilateral relations, and tourism support increase, as well as the further expansion of Mauritius’ relationship with Bahrain on various fronts. Furthermore, Poonoosamy is excited at the prospect of having a highly experienced and professional sports team land in Mauritius to organize an event and share their expertise and know-how to the local talent available.