Mr Rajeev Hasnah was appointed, with effect from the 2nd of December 2024, First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Mauritius by His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Mauritius upon the recommendation of the Prime Minister. Mr Hasnah is the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Mauritius Investment Corporation Ltd. He also sits on the Monetary Policy Committee.
Mr Hasnah started his career as an Economist in the City, London, where he worked at IDEAglobal, an independent economic research firm, advising traders and investment managers.
Throughout his career, Mr Hasnah has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and innovation, whilst also showcasing his competence on the front of regional diplomacy and public administration. During his tenure as Deputy Executive Director and Chief Economist at the Competition Commission of Mauritius, and as Commissioner at the COMESA Competition Commission, he oversaw investigations in mergers and acquisitions, abuse of dominance and cartel cases. He also contributed to policy development and Competition Law enforcement at the highest level both in Mauritius and across the COMESA region.
Mr Hasnah’s career history also includes strategic roles in the private sector in Mauritius. As a Chief Finance Officer in different corporate entities listed on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius, he, in particular, spearheaded critical restructuring and investment initiatives.
Mr Hasnah also provided expert advice on competition economics and corporate finance as an independent consultant.
Mr Hasnah’s early career roles as an economist and a Chartered Financial Analyst within the investment management and corporate finance fields equipped him with a solid foundation in financial and economic analysis, as well as investment management and strategic planning expertise. He stands as a distinguished economist and finance professional with a robust academic background and proven track record in both business and public administration.
Mr Hasnah is a thought leader in Mauritius in the field of economics and finance. His views as a trusted expert are widely sought after by leading economic journalists, and he has featured in numerous articles and interviews in both print and broadcast media.
A Charterholder from the CFA Institute, Mr Hasnah also holds an MSc in Economics and Finance from Warwick Business School, United Kingdom, and a BSc (Hons.) in Economics and Finance from the University of Mauritius, where he was a gold medallist and awarded multiple scholarships.
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