The African Asia Pacific Choir Games & Grand Prix of Nations Mauritius 2025 concluded on Sunday, October 5, with a powerful Closing and Award Ceremony at the Côte d’Or National Sports Complex.

After a week of breathtaking competitions, celebration concerts, and Friendship Concerts, the final evening honored the spirit of unity and music that defined the Games. The ceremony celebrated the remarkable talent and dedication of choirs from around the world, recognizing their outstanding achievements and the bonds of friendship they formed.

In the Open Competition, a total of 7 Golden, 29 Silver and 1 Bronze Diplomas were awarded in two Award Ceremonies during the event. In both the Champions Competition and the Grand Prix of Nations 10 Gold Medals and 3 Silver Medals were handed over to the participating choirs. A total of six choirs from four different nations achieved the highest titel of this event, Winner of the Grand Prix of Nations 2025. 

This monumental event was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the Local Organising Committee for the International Choir Competitions 2025 (LOCICC 2025), in collaboration with INTERKULTUR and the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Mauritius.

We extend our deepest gratitude to our generous sponsors, including Olympia Sports, Quality Beverages Ltd, Planet Pharma, Mauritius Telecom, SBM, and McDonald's Mauritius, for their unwavering support. A special thank you also goes to the local partners, volunteers, and the people of Mauritius for their warm hospitality.

INTERKULTUR’s First Vice President Wang Qin, China: “Over the past few days, we have enjoyed amazing performances from choirs and singers from Mauritius and around the world. They all made their countries proud! Congratulations to all the winners of diplomas and medals. SINGING TOGETHER BRINGS NATIONS TOGETHER. This was the heart of our event in Mauritius — showing how music can bring peace and unity across the world.”

INTERKULTUR’s Artistic Director Dr. Michael Barrett, South Africa: “The African Asia Pacific Choir Games and Grand Prix of Nations in Mauritius were once again a powerful reminder of music’s ability to unite people across cultures, languages, and traditions. Mauritius, with its rich diversity and spirit of harmony, was the perfect host and an inspiring example to the world that there is true strength in diversity. At a time when the world needs more bridges and fewer divides, choirs show us that singing together is one of the most profound ways we can create connection, understanding, and peace.”

Honorable Deven Nagalingum, Ministry of Youth and Sports, Mauritius: This event’s triumph is a shared victory. Our sincere gratitude goes to INTERKULTUR for their partnership and vision, and to Mr. Giandev Moteea, OSK, The Chairperson of the Local Organising Committee for the International Choir Competitions 2025  for guiding the Local Organizing Committee to deliver such a magnificent experience. They trusted our beautiful island to host a world-class gathering, and together, through collective work and an unwavering commitment to overcoming every challenge, we have built a profound, lasting legacy of cultural connection.”

Mr Giandev Moteea, OSK, The Chairperson of thje Local Organising Committee for the International Choir Competitions 2025, Mauritius: “The final partition has been sung, but the melody of this shared experience will linger long in our memories.” 

As the African Asia Pacific Choir Games 2025 came to a close, the voices of the world united in Mauritius to create unforgettable memories, leaving behind a legacy of harmony, respect, and shared humanity.

Together, we sang. Together, we celebrated. Together, we became one.