October 03
Seychelles: Flash Floods - Seychelles Tests Early Warning Systems in Tabletop Exercise
Seychelles' authorities are currently testing and fine-tuning their early warning systems and preparedness in case of a flash flood, starting Wednesday morning. Read more »
September 27
Seychelles: Seychelles' Fiscal Policy Is to Reduce Debt to Almost 50 Percent By 2029
Seychelles' Fitching Ratings at BB- with a positive outlook is a good indication that the country is doing well in regards to the macro-economic indicators set, said a top… Read more »
September 24
Seychelles: Team Seychelles Gets Send Off for First Global Robotic Challenge in Greece
Team Seychelles for the First Global Robotic Challenge received their sending-off on Friday and the vice-captain remains confident of getting a good outcome from the competition… Read more »
September 11
Seychelles: Seychelles' First Library and Natural History Museum Renovated and Re-Opened for Other Use
One of Seychelles' historical buildings, the Carnegie Building, re-opened its doors into a new era on Tuesday following renovation to bring it back to its original architecture. Read more »
September 09
Mauritius: Seychelles and Mauritius Agree to Petroleum Exploration in JMA of Mascarene Plateau
Seychelles and Mauritius have agreed to have petroleum exploration within the Joint Management Area (JMA) of the Mascarene Plateau at a recent meeting of the Technical Committee of… Read more »
September 10
Seychelles: Seychelles International Airport Redevelopment to Undergo Further Review
The Cabinet of Ministers has requested further exploration of other options for certain infrastructures and the financial plan of the proposed masterplan on the redevelopment of… Read more »
September 09
Seychelles: Seychelles' President Launches Direct and Non-Stop Charter Flight By Sichuan Airlines
The first direct and non-stop charter flight operated by Sichuan Airlines, from Chengdu Province in China to Seychelles in November, was officially launched by Seychelles'… Read more »
August 23
Seychelles: Seychelles' Digital Wallet 'Eboo' Increasing in Usage
The number of usage of a digital wallet called "eboo," launched in Seychelles in January by Nebula FinTech Limited, has surpassed expectations, said a top official of the company. Read more »
August 22
Seychelles: Seychelles to Host First Business Incubation Centre for African Woman Entrepreneurs
A business incubation centre will be established in Seychelles next year through a virtual signing of a memorandum of understanding between the COMESA Federation of Women in… Read more »
August 16
Seychelles: Mike Tirant Takes Office As Deputy Governor of Seychelles' Central Bank
Mike Tirant is the new second deputy governor of the Central Bank of Seychelles (CBS) for a six-year mandate with effect as of August 15. Read more »
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 »
August 04
Seychelles: Dream Wedding - 'Marriage Market' Online Platform Introduced in Seychelles
People and businesses involved in weddings in Seychelles will be able to showcase their services through a newly launched "Marriage Market" online platform. Read more »
July 26
Seychelles: Seagrass of Seychelles' EEZ Captures Nearly Same Amount of Co2 As Local Energy Emissions
Results from an extensive seagrass distribution assessment undertaken within Seychelles' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) by researchers indicate that these seagrass ecosystems are… Read more »
July 02
Seychelles: 20th Anniversary - Sib Holds Forum On Future of Investment in Seychelles
The Seychelles Investment Board (SIB) hosted two panel discussions on the future of investments and sustainable investments in the country on Monday as part of activities to mark… Read more »
June 14
Seychelles: Seychelles' Port Victoria Extension Project Scaled Down Due to Higher Costs
The Seychelles' Port Victoria extension and rehabilitation project has been revised from 600 metres to 310 metres to cater for an escalation in costs of materials and building… Read more »
June 13
Seychelles: Aeroflot to Resume Flights to Seychelles in October 2024
The resumption of flights by Aeroflot to Seychelles in October was discussed earlier this week in a meeting between Antony Derjacques, Minister for Transport, and a delegation of… Read more »
May 28
Seychelles: Seychelles and Mauritius Sign New Twinning Agreement Between Anse Boileau and Black River
The Seychelles' district of Anse Boileau and Mauritius' Black River signed a new twinning agreement on Tuesday, extending their relationship into a third decade. Read more »
May 21
Seychelles: Seychelles and Botswana to Collaborate On Agriculture, Education and Tourism Projects
Seychelles and Botswana will continue collaborations in agriculture, education, and tourism, said the newly accredited High Commissioner of Botswana. Read more »
May 13
Seychelles: India's Indigo Airline to Offer Flights to Seychelles in October
IndiGo, one of the fastest growing air carriers from India, intends to launch flights to Seychelles in October 2024, according to the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA). Read more »
April 24
Seychelles: Greenpeace Teams Up With University of Seychelles for Seagrass Research Onboard Rainbow Warrior
The Greenpeace ship, the Rainbow Warrior, arrived in Port Victoria in Seychelles after a week-long expedition with a team of scientists and students from the University of… Read more »
April 23
East Africa: Seychelles' National IP Strategy Under Development, Says Trade Official
A national strategy for intellectual property (IP) is currently being developed for Seychelles and once completed it is expected to guide all application of the law and policies… Read more »
April 03
Seychelles: The Netherlands and Seychelles to Work Closely On Fighting Cryptocurrency Crimes
The Netherlands and Seychelles will work closely on fighting cryptocurrency crimes and a mission from the northwestern European country is expected in the island nation this year,… Read more »
February 27
East Africa: Seychelles Investment Board Celebrates 20th Anniversary
The Seychelles Investment Board (SIB) kicked off celebrations for its 20th anniversary with the unveiling of its commemorative logo that will be used throughout this year. Read more »
February 26
East Africa: Seychelles Asks for Japan's Support for MVI for Small Island Developing States
Seychelles has asked Japan to support the island nation's advocacy for the multidimensional vulnerability index (MVI) at a reception celebrating the 64th birthday of Emperor… Read more »
February 22
Seychelles: Seychelles' Beau Vallon Promenade Project Starts Feb. 22 Despite Delays
The Beau Vallon Promenade project in the north of Mahe, Seychelles' main island, will begin on Thursday, February 22, with the felling of several trees in the area, in the first… Read more »