Subject:ย ๐ŸŽฉ A magical break: Embracing the spirit of Alice in Wonderland! ๐ŸŒ€๐Ÿฐ

Helloooooo thereeee People!


This 4th July, we are celebrating Alice in Wonderland Day โ€“ a nod to the magical tale that has captured hearts and imaginations for generations. Whether you remember the eccentric tea parties ๐Ÿฐโ˜•, the cheeky Cheshire Cat ๐Ÿ˜บ, or the Queen of Hearts shouting โ€œOff with their heads!โ€ ๐Ÿ‘‘โค๏ธ, there is no denying the charm and surreal fun packed into this beloved story. It is the perfect excuse to take a little break from the ordinary and embrace your inner child ๐Ÿง’๐Ÿ‘ง.


Why are we celebrating Alice today? ๐Ÿ“–๐ŸŽ‰


Well, the date marks the day in 1862 when author Lewis Carroll first told the story to little Alice Liddell during a sunny boating trip ๐Ÿšฃโ€โ™€๏ธโ˜€๏ธ. That spontaneous tale would later become the classic Aliceโ€™s Adventures in Wonderland, published in 1865. Over time, Aliceโ€™s journey down the rabbit hole ๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ๐Ÿฐ has come to represent curiosity, courage, and the joy of thinking outside the box ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿง .


Let today be a gentle reminder that imagination has its place in the workplace too ๐ŸŒŸ. Whether it is creative thinking ๐Ÿค”, playful problem-solving ๐Ÿงฉ, or simply bringing a smile to a colleagueโ€™s face ๐Ÿ˜„, embracing a touch of the fantastical can brighten our day...or week. So do not be afraid to take a curious leap todayโ€ฆ you never know where the rabbit hole might lead! ๐Ÿ‡๐ŸŽข

TECHNICAL NEWS

FATF urges stronger global action to address Illicit Finance Risks in Virtual Assets


In its sixth targeted update on the global implementation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) measures to virtual assets (VA) and virtual asset service providers (VASPs), published today, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) highlights where stronger action is needed to safeguard the integrity of the international financial system.

The report assesses jurisdictionsโ€™ compliance with the FATFโ€™s Recommendation 15 and its Interpretative Note (R.15/INR.15), which was updated in 2019 to apply AML/CFT measures to VAs and VASPs. It finds that overall, jurisdictions - including those with materially important VASP activity - have made progress since 2024 towards developing or implementing AML/CFT regulation and taking supervisory and enforcement actions. The report can be assessed on: https://www.fatf-gafi.org/content/fatf-gafi/en/publications/Fatfrecommendations/targeted-update-virtual-assets-vasps-2025.html

ANNOUNCEMENT

๐Ÿ“ข Microsoft Teams Notifications โ€“ Action required by 8 July 2025 โฐ


To make sure everyone receives important updates without delay, we are standardising Microsoft Teams notification settings across the organisation. โœ…


Please take a moment to review the simple setup steps outlined in the attachment. Updating your settings will help you:


Stay informed of messages and mentions ๐Ÿ’ฌ


Receive urgent channel alerts โš ๏ธ


Avoid communication delays ๐Ÿ“ฃ


๐Ÿ“Œ It is mandatory for all employees to complete this by Tuesday 8th July 2025. Spot checks will follow the deadline.


๐Ÿ“Ž Check the attached guide and update your settings today! #Padirpanndir ๐Ÿ˜‰

๐Ÿงน Level 4 deep cleaning - Saturday 5th July 2025


A general office cleaning is scheduled on Saturday 5th July from 8:30 a.m. on Level 4.


To help the team carry out a thorough clean (carpet shampooing, floor and desk cleaning, screens, windows, etc.), please:


๐Ÿ‘‰ Clear and tidy your desk

๐Ÿ‘‰ Remove all documents and boxes from under/around your workspace

๐Ÿ‘‰ Remove any fragile items from your table


Your cooperation is greatly appreciated! ๐Ÿ™

HAPPENINGS

๐ŸŸ  Raising Awareness: A powerful session with Pedostop


Yesterday, the ITL Foundation held a powerful and eye-opening workshop in partnership with Pedostop, a local organisation committed to fighting child sexual abuse.


The session was both instructive and deeply moving, offering insights into the often-hidden realities faced by children in our society. Many of us were touched by the personal stories shared and the staggering facts that revealed just how urgent and widespread this issue is.


Through this session, we have become more sensitised to the signs of abuse and the importance of speaking up. It also reminded us of our role - not just as professionals, but as members of a wider community - in helping to create a safer and more protective environment for children.


Our sincere thanks to the Pedostop team for the impactful work they do, and to all colleagues who attended in Level 2 or via Zoom. ๐Ÿงก

๐ŸŽ‰ A fond farewell to Joe Chan ๐Ÿ˜ข


Last Monday, the team gathered to celebrate Joe's retirement - a moment filled with warmth, laughter (definitely), and a few nostalgic tears. After more than two decades of dedicated service, Joe is turning the page to a well-deserved new chapter.


From his trademark โ€œBonjour, les jeunes!โ€ to his unmistakable presence in our domino rounds ๐ŸŽฒ, Joeโ€™s humour, generosity, and leadership have left a lasting imprint on all of us. The farewell was a beautiful tribute to the many roles he played - mentor, partner, motivator, and friend.


As Joe steps into this new phase, we wish him all the best for the adventures ahead. Thank you, Joe, for everything you have given to the team - you will always be part of the Andersen & Imperium family. ๐Ÿฅ‚๐ŸŒŸ

๐Ÿฅ‚ Farewell & Financial Year-End cheers


Last Friday, the Andersen team came together for a lively gathering to mark the end of the financial year - and to raise a special toast to Joe Chan, whose remarkable journey with the firm has come to a close. ๐ŸŽ‰


As we celebrated our milestones and looked ahead to a new year, it was also a moment of heartfelt reflection. Joeโ€™s journey has been nothing short of visionary. There were laughs (and a few tears) as colleagues recalled Joeโ€™s iconic end-of-year greetings - โ€œBonne Annรฉe & Joyeux Noรซlโ€ weeks in advance ๐Ÿ˜„ - and his ability to turn even the busiest days into something lighter with just a few words. You will be missed - and remembered - always. ๐Ÿ’ซ

๐ŸŽ‰ Farewell Himanshu!


Last Tuesday, the Imperium team came together to say goodbye to Himanshu during a small farewell gathering. As he moves on from his time with us, it was the perfect moment to share a few laughs and reflect on the memories made along the way.


During the farewell, the team shared a few funny stories (some of which may never be forgotten! ๐Ÿ˜„) that perfectly captured his unique presence and personality


We wish Himanshu the very best as he takes this next step in his journey. May you continue to grow, learn, and thrive wherever you go. Good luck, Himanshu - the future is yours! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ‘

๐ŸŽค Friday night fever: Karaoke edition! ๐ŸŽถ


What better way to wrap up the week than with music, laughter, and a little friendly Karaoke afternoon? Last Friday, ESG Intellis, INCE, and Imperium Services came together to host an unforgettable karaoke evening - and letโ€™s just say, the performances did not disappoint! ๐Ÿ˜„๐ŸŽ‰


The playlist had something for everyone. The room lit up with voices as colleagues took on timeless hits like โ€œLe Lac du Connemaraโ€, โ€œDancing Queenโ€, โ€œI Want It That Wayโ€, โ€œLa Place des Grands Hommesโ€, and even the beloved Bollywood classic โ€œKuch Kuch Hota Haiโ€. ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ•บ


It was the perfect way to end the week - relaxed, joyful, and full of team spirit. A big thank you to everyone who joined in, whether you grabbed the mic or sang along from the sidelines. Ready for a next one? ๐Ÿ˜‰๐ŸŽคโœจ

Highlights from the first ITLians bowling tournament


Congratulations all the amazing players who took part in the first-ever ITLians Bowling Tournament! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ™Œ What a fantastic start to what we hope will be many more to come!


๐ŸŒŸ A huge congratulations to Avneesh for winning the tournament! ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŽ‰ Hopefully the first of many victories ahead!


๐Ÿฅˆ Hats off to Dinesh and Ashive, who finished *joint second (ex aequo) on points - solid performance from both! ๐Ÿ’ช


๐ŸŽฏ For Highest Game, a big shoutout to Jayesh and Ashive (again) who both bowled an impressive 163 - outstanding performance! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŽณ


๐Ÿ’ฅ Letโ€™s also recognise some revelations who surprised us all with their potential - exciting things ahead for them in future tournaments! ๐Ÿ‘€โœจ


Weโ€™re already looking forward to welcoming more challengers in our next tournament, coming up in 1 to 2 months - get ready for even more fun and competition! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽณ


๐ŸŒ And finally, letโ€™s wish our Captain, Mr. Kong, the very best of luck as he represents ITLians Bowling Club and Team Mauritius at a Friendly International Tournament in Malaysia, happening from Saturday 12 July to Monday 14 July! He will be competing in Singles, Doubles, and Trios alongside 14 men and 6 ladies, proudly sponsored by Perigeum Capital* ๐Ÿ’ช


Letโ€™s go, Team Mauritius! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

๐ŸŽ‰ Double the joy: Birthday & Wedding celebration at Andersen ๐ŸŽ‚๐Ÿ’


It was all smiles at Andersen this week Wednesday as the team gathered for a double celebration filled with laughter, cake, and heartfelt wishes!


The tea, marked Narveshโ€™s birthday with cheerful vibes and sweet treats, while also sharing in the happiness of Azizaโ€™s recent wedding, congratulating her on this beautiful new chapter. ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿ’


These moments of joy remind us how special it is to celebrate lifeโ€™s milestones together - both big and small. Wishing Narvesh a fantastic year ahead and Aziza a lifetime of love and happiness! ๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿ“ A Quartz tradition: Sweet treats ! ๐ŸŽ‚


Every month, Team Quartz keeps a delicious tradition alive by sharing a homemade treat ๐Ÿฐ


To mark the occasion, Claudin rolled up her sleeves and baked a beautiful fraisier, bursting with fresh strawberries and creamy layers that tasted as good as it looked. It was the perfect way to end the first half of the year on a sweet note and celebrate the little joys of teamwork and togetherness. ๐Ÿฅ„๐Ÿ’ฌ


Hereโ€™s to many more shared moments, laughter - and desserts! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ“

JOB SECTION

๐ŸŽฏ The following job openings are currently available at ITL. If you would like to apply or refer someone, please email hr@intercontinentaltrust.com.

  • Assistant Corporate Administrator

  • Senior Corporate Administrator

  • Registry Officer

  • Supervisor fund Administration

DID YOU KNOW? ๐Ÿง

The original title was Aliceโ€™s Adventures Under Ground, and Carroll illustrated it himself with his own sketches โœ๏ธ.


Lewis Carroll was a mathematics don at Oxford University ๐ŸŽ“โž— โ€“ some say Wonderland is full of logical puzzles and wordplay that reflect his academic mind ๐Ÿง .


The Cheshire Catโ€™s grin ๐Ÿ˜บ was inspired by old English sayings and may be linked to carved signs seen in 18th-century pubs ๐Ÿป.


The Queen of Hearts โค๏ธ๐Ÿ‘‘ was believed to be a satire of Queen Victoria โ€“ fiery temper and all!


โ€œMad as a Hatterโ€ ๐Ÿงข came from real-life hat-makers in the 1800s, who were exposed to mercury used in felt hats โ€“ causing tremors and behavioural changes ๐Ÿงช๐Ÿ˜ฌ.

Alice in Wonderland has never been out of print since 1865 and has been translated into over 170 languages ๐ŸŒŽ.


Famous fans include Salvador Dalรญ, who illustrated his own version in 1969 ๐ŸŽจ, and The Beatles, who referenced the story in โ€œLucy in the Sky with Diamondsโ€ ๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŒŒ.


The story has inspired countless film versions โ€“ from Disneyโ€™s animated classic (1951) ๐ŸŽž๏ธ to Tim Burtonโ€™s gothic reimagining in 2010 ๐ŸŒ˜.


The White Rabbit ๐Ÿ‡ was the first animated character to appear alongside live-action actors in a feature film โ€“ Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988)!


Lewis Carroll invented the word โ€œchortleโ€ (chuckle + snort) โ€“ and it entered the Oxford English Dictionary ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ๐Ÿ“˜.

BIRTHDAYS/NEWCOMERS/LEAVERS

Happiest birthday to you! ๐ŸŽ‰

   โ€ข Keshini Mootanah

โ€ข Saniya Fazarally

Welcomeeeeee! ๐Ÿ‘‹

โ€ข Sutiksha Babajee

KI BON PLAN

Vibe Dan Strike with Blakkayo

  • Strike City, Flacq Retail Park

  • Friday 4th July

  • As from 07:30 PM


Mahogany Car Boot Sales

  • Mahogany Shopping Promenade

  • Saturday 5th July

  • 09:00 AM to 02:30 PM

Le Rendez-vous des Gourmands

  • Quartier des Serres, Domaine de Labourdonnais

  • Saturday 5th July

  • 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM

Coastal Hike: Bassin Vert to Flic-en-Flac

  • Refer to Facebook post for Pick-up points

  • Saturday 5th July

  • 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM

KFC Mauritius Marathon

  • St Felix Beach

  • Sunday 6th July

  • As from 06:30 AM

Malad la Tet!

  • Caudan Arts Centre

  • Sunday 6th July

  • As from 06:30 PM

As we hop out of Wonderland and back into our inboxes โœ‰๏ธ๐Ÿ’ป, remember: the most powerful tool we have โ€“ in life and at work โ€“ is our imagination ๐Ÿ’ก๐ŸŒŸ. It helps us solve problems, connect with others, and see beyond the ordinary. Maybe you will try seeing a situation from a new angle ๐ŸŒ€, share a quirky idea, or simply smile at the oddness of it all ๐Ÿ˜„.


We hope you enjoyed this whimsical little detour. Hereโ€™s to thinking curiously, working creatively๐Ÿ˜œ๐ŸŽ‰.


Now go on โ€“ pour yourself a cup of (real or imaginary) tea and make everyday a little more wonderful โ˜•โœจ๐ŸŽ .


Hasta La Vista People ! ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ



Crazily Yours,


The Gazette Committee