Opposition raises concerns over appointment of intelligence chief
The Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly has raised concerns over the appointment of Sabry Khan as head of the Seychelles Intelligence Services. In a statement issued on…
Hate speech law sparks political clash in National Assembly
Seychelles’ National Assembly has approved an amendment to the Penal Code 2025 that removes political affiliation from the list of protected characteristics under hate speech laws. The amendment was proposed…
Opposition brands revived NISTI bill a ‘copy-paste’ law as Assembly approves it
The Leader of the Opposition, Bernard Georges, has criticised proposed legislation to re-establish the National Institute of Science, Technology and Innovation (NISTI), describing it as a “copy-paste” law based on…
Nicholas Prea Makes Political Comeback with Ambassadorial Approval
The National Assembly has approved the nomination of two ambassadors, Patrick Victor and Nicholas Prea. Both nominees were put forward by President Patrick Herminie, with motions for their approval tabled…
National Assembly Approves Four New Seychelles Ambassadors
The National Assembly has approved the nomination of four new ambassadors. The decision was taken on Tuesday, 16 December 2025. The four appointments are part of six nominations proposed by…
National Assembly to Consider Approval of Six Ambassadorial Appointments This Week
Seychelles’ National Assembly is expected to consider the appointment of six new ambassadors this week, with motions set to be tabled by the Leader of Government Business. The motions, to…
Vice-President Pillay Presents 2025 Bill to Create New Drug Prevention and Rehabilitation Agency
Vice-President Sebastien Pillay today presented the Prevention of Drugs Abuse and Rehabilitation Bill 2025, which calls for the creation of a new national agency to lead Seychelles’ response to substance…
National Assembly approves creation of new mental health agency
The National Assembly has approved legislation to establish a new mental health care agency, which will fall directly under the responsibility of President Dr Patrick Herminie. The law was introduced…
National Assembly Passes Amendment Enforcing Mandatory 13th Month Pay
The National Assembly has approved an amendment to the Employment Act making the 13th month salary compulsory for qualifying workers in both the public and private sectors. To support small…
Seychelles Finance Ministry Clarifies Assomption Island Development Payments
The Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning, Trade and Investment has clarified the financial arrangements between investors and the government of Seychelles for the tourism development project on Assomption Island. The…