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August 16
Seychelles: The 3rd Voice of Global South Summit 2024
The Minister of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment of Seychelles, Flavien Joubert, will represent Seychelles in the 3rd Voice of Global South Summit (VOGSS) on August 17,… Read more »
July 11
Seychelles: Seychelles Begins Using Flash Flood Guidance System
Seychelles has begun implementing the Flash Flood Guidance System (FFGS) project led by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), according to a top official. Read more »
June 06
Africa: Korea-Africa Summit - Seychelles Makes Urgent Plea for Support to African Nations' Response to Climate Change
The Seychelles' President, Wavel Ramkalawan, in his capacity as the chairperson of the African Island States Climate Commission, made an urgent plea to all partners and… Read more »
April 29
Seychelles: Work Expected to Begin On Natural Disaster Mitigation Plans for Seychelles
Work is expected to begin this week on the natural disaster mitigation plans for Seychelles around the main island of Mahe following recommendations from experts from Switzerland… Read more »
April 17
Seychelles: Climate Change - Seychelles' IDC Trying Mitigate Erosion On Outer Islands
Climate mitigation will play a big role in the strategic plan of the Islands Development Company (IDC) and it is crucial to put adequate measures in place sooner rather than later… Read more »
April 04
Seychelles: Seychelles Agrees to Sign Global MOU On Zero Emission Medium-and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
With the aim to get assistance to help decarbonise the transport sector in Seychelles, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved the signing of the Global Memorandum of Understanding… Read more »
January 19
Seychelles: Terrestrial Restoration Action Society Seychelles Ventures Into Agroforestry to Prevent Land Degradation
A not-for-profit organisation focused on combatting land degradation and deforestation on Seychelles' Praslin Island has ventured into agroforestry. Terrestrial Restoration Action… Read more »
January 10
Seychelles: Investigations Into Cccl Disaster Going Well, Answers Possibly Available By February, Says Seychelles' President
Seychelles' President Wavel Ramkalawan has urged patience from those affected by the two disasters that hit the island nation on December 7, 2023, during a live televised press… Read more »
January 03
Seychelles: Reunion Experts Complete Study in Seychelles After Heavy Rainfalls
Seychelles' authorities have been advised by a risk specialist from Reunion Island to be on the lookout during the coming month as the weather conditions may bring more landslides. Read more »
December 29, 2023
Seychelles: Seychelles Meteorological Authority Launches Sma-One for Accurate Rainfall Data
Authorities in Seychelles are better equipped to measure weather changes, and accurately record the amount of rainfall with the launch of the Seychelles Meteorological Authority… Read more »
December 27, 2023
Seychelles: Over 100 Seychelles' Households Received Financial Assistance Following Dec. 7 Disasters
More than 100 households affected by the explosion on Mahe on December 7 have already received the SCR25,000 ($1,800) assistance offered by the government, said a top official on… Read more »
December 21, 2023
Seychelles: Government and Businesses to Further Tackle Climate Change in Future Planning
Government agencies, ministries and businesses in Seychelles will now include aspects of climate change in their planning and strategic policies, a top official said on Tuesday. Read more »
December 15, 2023
Seychelles: Estimated Cost of Dec. 7 Disasters On Housing Is $7.5 to $15m, Says Seychelles' President
The reconstruction of houses damaged on December 7 in an explosion at the Providence Industrial Estate and those damaged by landslides after heavy rainfall on the same day will… Read more »
December 12, 2023
Seychelles: Seychelles Steps Up Disaster Preparedness Following Dec. 7 Floodings and Blast
The Disaster Risk Management Division (DRMD) in Seychelles is remaining on alert in case of further disasters while work at the Providence Industrial Estate after the December 7… Read more »
December 04, 2023
Seychelles: COP28 - Seychelles Shares Advice in Seagrass Protection At 'Blue Carbon Ecosystems for People, Nature and Climate' Event
Ninety-nine percent of the Seychelles' seagrass is found in protected areas and this puts the island nation five years in advance in reaching its target of 100 percent protection… Read more »
Seychelles: COP28 - Seychelles Launches First Discussions On Impact of Climate Change On Health
Seychelles launched the first discussions on the impact of climate change on health at the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai and revealed how it has been affected as… Read more »
November 08, 2023
Seychelles: Seychelles Set to Reduce Excise Tax for Hybrids to Encourage Eco-Friendly Purchases
The price of buying a new hybrid car in Seychelles will be reduced next year following tax changes announced by the government for 2024. Read more »
September 27, 2023
Seychelles: Sustainable Ocean Economy - Seychelles Becomes Member of the Ocean Panel
Seychelles has become a member of the Ocean Panel, an initiative that allows world leaders to work towards a sustainable ocean economy among others. Read more »
June 26, 2023
Seychelles: Seychelles Assesses Emergency Preparedness for Main Port and Airport
There is a need for command posts at the Victoria Port and Mahe International Airport to shift from an operational to a management mindset when dealing with emergencies, said an… Read more »
May 29, 2023
Seychelles: Govt Assessing Buildings for Solar Power Panel Installation #AfricaClimateAction
The Seychelles' Public Utilities Corporation (PUC) and the Department of Energy are currently assessing prospective government buildings to install photovoltaic panels, said a top… Read more »
May 09, 2023
Seychelles: Endemic Species - Drastic Decline of Seychelles White-Eye Bird On Mahe Island
Seychelles' Ministry for Environment is in the process of reviewing all its action plans to better conserve and protect endangered species, especially those under threat of… Read more »
April 12, 2023
Seychelles: Climate Talks - Seychelles' President Receives COP28 Invite From UAE President
Seychelles' President Wavel Ramkalawan has received a formal invitation from the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the 28th Session of… Read more »
April 02, 2023
Seychelles: Seychelles' National Biodiversity Centre Calls for More People to Plant Endemic Species At Home #AfricaClimateHope
People in Seychelles are being encouraged to nurture more endemic plants in their homes to ensure the continued survival of these species found only on the main island of Mahe,… Read more »
March 02, 2023
Seychelles: Terrestrial Restoration Action Society Seychelles Rehabilitates Pasquière Wetland On Praslin
Many opportunities exist for business, leisure, eco-tourism, education, and research at Pasquière on Praslin Island now that three hectares of wetland and two hectares of… Read more »
February 28, 2023
Seychelles: Catholic Church to Help Seychelles With Social Issues, Says New Vatican Diplomat
The newly accredited Apostolic Nuncio to Seychelles has promised to continue to work on social issues and on mutual concern in climate change among others. Read more »
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