August 21, 2024
Seychelles: Seychelles' Eez - Yellowfin Tuna Catch Quota Not Reached in 2023
The Seychelles Fisheries Authority (SFA) confirmed that the general quota for yellowfin tuna catch was not reached for the year 2023 after compiling all the information received… Read more »
August 20, 2024
Seychelles: Seychelles' Government Officials Take Part in Unodc-Led Training On Witness Protection
Several local entities are attending a four-day workshop to develop comprehensive witness protection guidelines consistent with national laws, regional and international legal… Read more »
August 16, 2024
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 »
Seychelles: Seychelles' Anti-Corruption Body Seeks Permission to File Extra Charges Against Mukesh Valabhji
The Anti-Corruption Commission of Seychelles (ACCS) has issued an update on its progress on Operation 'Black Iron', the investigation and prosecution of Seychellois businessman… Read more »
Seychelles: UK Pledges Support to Seychelles in Developing Maritime Security Strategy
The British government is expected to support Seychelles in developing a maritime security strategy, the British High Commissioner to Seychelles, Jeffrey Glekin, said in a… Read more »
August 07, 2024
Seychelles: Confejes Project in Seychelles Plans Creating Artificial Reef, Mainly With Glass Bottles
Getting children to take an interest in the rich, diverse marine life of Seychelles, and in its preservation by learning scuba diving, and taking part in coral restorations is the… Read more »
Seychelles: Anti-Corruption Commission and Information Commission of Seychelles Sign Agreement On Info Exchange
The Anti-Corruption Commission of Seychelles (ACCS) and the Information Commission of Seychelles signed an agreement to ensure the continuation of their working relationship in… Read more »
August 04, 2024
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 »
August 03, 2024
Seychelles: 'Slavery Sites in Seychelles' Reveals Very Bad Treatment, 'Probably Worse Than a Lot of Places'
Many people in Seychelles, 115 islands in the western Indian Ocean, associate Dr Odile De Comarmond with education, as the former teacher who was the principal secretary for… Read more »
July 26, 2024
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 24, 2024
Seychelles: First Female Prison Commissioner of Seychelles Takes Office
The first-ever Seychellois female Commissioner of Prison in Seychelles, Janet Georges, who took office on Tuesday, said she is ready to help society by reintegrating inmates after… Read more »
July 18, 2024
Seychelles: 10 Recipients of Seychelles' National Awards 2024 and Their Achievements
Two boxers, who came close to getting medals at the Olympics, a renowned historian, a prominent female entrepreneur and an educator, who spent 65 years shaping young people for the… Read more »
July 17, 2024
Seychelles: Abortions in Seychelles - Majority Recorded Among 20-39 Year-Olds - Citing Financial Issues, Failed Relationships
The number of legal abortions recorded in Seychelles has remained fairly constant between 400 to 500 every year from 2008 until 2023, according to records from the National Bureau… Read more »
July 12, 2024
Seychelles: Outgoing Canadian HC Satisfied With Partnership With Seychelles in Maritime Security
The outgoing Canadian High Commissioner to Seychelles, Kyle Nunas, has expressed satisfaction at successful collaborations in maritime security, providing technical support in the… Read more »
July 11, 2024
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 »
Seychelles: Over 4,000 People Treated Onboard Chinese Naval Hospital Ship in Seychelles
Over 4,000 people in Seychelles have been seen by doctors and treated by the Chinese Navy Hospital Ship, Peace Ark, since the vessel berthed at the IPHS Quay on July 5. Read more »
Seychelles: Combatting Crime - Seychelles and France Sign MLA Treaty
Seychelles and France will have a better exchange of information in legal matters after the two nations signed the Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) Treaty on Thursday. Read more »
July 10, 2024
Seychelles: Leaf Beetle Infestation - Seychelles' Steps Up Biosecurity Measures
As part of ongoing efforts to raise awareness about the current leaf beetle situation in Seychelles, the Department of Agriculture is continuing to enhance various measures in a… Read more »
Mozambique: Ambassadors From Mozambique Spain Present Credentials to Seychelles' President
Seychelles and Mozambique are to work on collaborating more in the areas of tourism, the fight against piracy, and agriculture, said the newly accredited high commissioner of… Read more »
July 08, 2024
Seychelles: Seychelles' Entrepreneurs Learn How to Integrate UN SDGs in Operations
Entrepreneurs in Seychelles are attending a training in which they are being introduced to the Sustainable Development Goal (SDGs) Impact Standards to help them align their… Read more »
July 03, 2024
Seychelles: Seychelles' Health Experts Call for Policies to Make Healthy Foods More Affordable
Health officials in Seychelles are calling for fiscal and trade policies that make healthy foods more affordable and accessible as well as the development of cycling lanes and safe… Read more »
Seychelles: Seychelles' Fair Trading Commission Unveils New Logo and Website for Better Connectivity
The Fair Trading Commission (FTC) has launched its new logo and website aimed at a gateway for customers in Seychelles to explore and connect with the institution. Read more »
July 02, 2024
Seychelles: Seychelles Celebrates Independence Day and the 20th Anniversary of Its Consulate in Bulgaria
Maxim Behar, Honorary Consul General of Seychelles in Bulgaria, has been honoured by the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in Bulgaria for his contribution to developing bilateral… Read more »
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 »