Nichol Esparon and Kerine Savy win inaugural Gran Kaz darts tournament
Nichol Esparon and Kerine Savy emerged as the top performers at the inaugural Gran Kaz darts tournament. The competition took place on Friday, 28 August, at Rugby House at Stad…
New courier service to handle Shein parcels in Seychelles
Celero Seychelles will take over courier delivery services for Speedaf and Aramex from 23 August 2026. The new courier will therefore handle parcels from Shein and AliExpress, alongside Seychelles Postal…
Indian chefs help Seychelles broaden its vegetarian food offering
Two chefs from India are in Seychelles to promote vegetarian and vegan cuisine as part of an initiative to diversify food options for visitors. The Tourism Department launched the initiative…
Catholics gather on La Digue for annual Feast of the Assumption
A large group of Catholic worshippers gathered at La Grotte in Anse Réunion, La Digue, on 15 August. The gathering marked the annual Feast of the Assumption, locally known as…
Equipment worth about SCR 140,000 stolen from St Louis community centre
Thieves stole equipment worth an estimated SCR 140,000 from the community centre in St Louis. The theft was reported on Friday, 14 August. Victoria Scope spoke to St Louis parliamentary…
“Laws are just pieces of paper”: Controversial sea turtle video triggers investigation
Two videos showing a sea turtle with a spear through its body and being cut open have sparked concern over sea turtle poaching in Seychelles. The footage has circulated on…
Seychelles mourns the death of Ambassador Dick Esparon
Tributes have poured in following the death of Ambassador Dick Esparon, who dedicated more than three decades to serving Seychelles. State House announced his death late on Tuesday afternoon. President…
SBC Board Selection Committee Pledges Transparent Appointment Process
The select committee responsible for recommending candidates to the Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation (SBC) Board has opened applications. Committee chairperson Marie-Claire Marie said some applicants have already submitted their applications. However,…
Government reintroduces livestock subsidies for registered farmers
Livestock subsidies have returned for registered farmers after the government approved a new support package for the sector. Minister for Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy Wallace Cosgrow announced the measures…
Absa appoints Venus Hampinda as Managing Director of Absa Bank Seychelles
Absa Group Limited has appointed Venus Hampinda as the new Managing Director of Absa Bank Seychelles. She will assume the role on 1 September 2026, subject to regulatory approval. Hampinda…