Seychelles: Two Years Into Russia-Ukraine War, Negotiations a Distant Prospect

After two years of war in Ukraine, there is no prospect of negotiations to find a breakthrough as Russian President Vladimir Putin, emboldened by the erosion of Western support for… Read more »

East Africa: Seychelles to Create Container Control Unit Under Revenue Commission's Leadership

A Container Control Unit is expected to be created in Seychelles under the leadership of the Seychelles Revenue Commission (SCR) later this year with the aim to ensure better… Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles and Malaysia Discuss High-Tech Innovation in Agriculture Sector

Seychelles and Malaysia are exploring potential areas to collaborate with the aim to achieve food sustainability in the western Indian Ocean island nation through the provision of… Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles' President Sends Condolences to Namibia

The President of Seychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan, sent a message of condolence to his counterpart Dr. Nangolo Mbumba of Namibia following the passing of President Hage Geingob. Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles' President Expresses Pride Following Nation's Improved Ranking On 2023 Corruption Perception Index

President Wavel Ramkalawan expressed pride after Seychelles remained the top scorer in the Sub-Saharan Africa region and moved up to 20th place globally on the Corruption… Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles' IDC 'Fairly Successful' in 2023 With Over $75m Turnover

The Seychelles' Islands Development Company (IDC), a state-owned agency, had a fairly successful year in 2023 and although had certain setbacks achieved most of its targets, said… Read more »

Seychelles: Electoral Commission of Seychelles - Electoral Boundaries Will Not Change Yet

The Electoral Commission of Seychelles announced on Monday that electoral boundaries will not change for the 2025 elections. Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles' Central Common Cold Store Chairman Satisfied With 2023 'Modest Profit'

The chairman of Central Common Cold Store (CCCS), Peter Sinon, congratulated the facility for having effectively and successfully climbed a steep learning curve in the initial year… Read more »

Seychelles: Esaamlg Holds Training in Seychelles for Anti-Money Laundering Assessors

The Eastern and Southern Africa Anti-Money Laundering Group (ESAAMLG) has partnered with Seychelles to beef up the pool of in-country assessors who can ensure that progress is… Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles' Cabinet of Ministers Approves New Virtual Assets Law to Be Submitted to Parliament

Seychelles' Cabinet of Ministers approved the new virtual assets law that will be submitted to the National Assembly, said the Vice President last week. Read more »

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 »

Seychelles: Response Team Fumigates Golden Apple Trees to Control Spread of Leaf Beetle

A recently established Incident Response Team in Seychelles has introduced measures to control the spread of a beetle feeding on golden apples in the country. Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles and Israel Sign Visa-Free Accord, Islanders Now Have One of Strongest Passports in the World

The Seychelles' and Israeli governments signed an agreement on Thursday, allowing citizens from both nations to travel freely without the need for a visa. Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles' Sports Fishing Season Kicks Off On Jan. 27 With Heineken Funfish Slam

The 2024 Seychelles sports fishing season is expected to be another packed one, with numerous events for local sports fishing enthusiasts, kicking off with the Heineken Funfish… Read more »

Seychelles: Digital Surveillance - Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority to Use Earthranger for Protecting National Reserves

The Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority (SPGA) has taken steps to revolutionise its operation by implementing a new digital system covering the different protected areas it… Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles 'Deplores Indiscriminate Killings of Civilians in Gaza', Calls for End of War and Release of Hostages Held By Hamas

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism of Seychelles, Sylvestre Radegonde, met with the Ambassador of Israel to Seychelles, Michael Lotem, on Thursday to discuss a number of… Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles' 3rd Saya De Malha Expedition Collects FADs and 6.1 Tonnes of Waste From Aldabra

The third Saya De Malha Expedition to collect fish aggregating devices (FADs) and debris from the Seychelles Outer Islands group concluded with the return of the crew on December… Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles' Supreme Court Reopens - 'Learn From the Past to Build Tomorrow,' Says Chief Justice

The Seychelles judiciary will "Learn from the past to build tomorrow", announced Chief Justice Rony Govinden during the formal re-opening of the Supreme Court on Wednesday. Read more »

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 »

Seychelles: Seychelles Islands Foundation Plans Feasibility Study to Eradicate Cats and Rats From Aldabra

The Seychelles Islands Foundation (SIF) is planning to undertake a feasibility study on eradicating cats and rats on the Aldabra Atoll, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Read more »

Seychelles: Former President James Michel Releases New Book as a Celebration of the Ocean

Former Seychelles' President James Michel has released a new book entitled "Revisiting the Ocean - Living The Blue Economy" as a celebration of the ocean and for those who advocate… Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles Richest African Country, According to Global Finance Magazine

Seychelles has been listed as the richest country in Africa in the Global Finance Magazine edition released on December 21. Read more »

Seychelles: Seychelles Padel Society Celebrates 1st Year With Padelversary Tournament

The Seychelles Padel Society celebrated one year since it inaugurated the first padel court on Mahe, the main island, with a tournament, that featured locals and international… Read more »

Seychelles: Sustainability for Seychelles Undertakes Air Quality Monitoring Research

A Seychelles environmental NGO is undertaking an air quality monitoring project to gain a full picture of how good the island nation's air quality is and determine where action… Read more »

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 »