Maarco Francis raises concerns over proposed Coast Guard development on Assomption Island
Maarco Francis, Leader of the Seychelles United Movement and former presidential candidate in the last election, has expressed support for strengthening the Seychelles Coast Guard while raising concerns about the…
Second dispute in swimming puts federation under scrutiny
A second dispute in national swimming has intensified scrutiny over decision-making within the Seychelles Aquatic Federation (SAF). Stefano Palestrini, father of national swimmer Aaliyah Palestrini, has formally challenged the federation’s…
Questions Mount Over Awards Process After Anthony Morgan Snub
A dispute has emerged over the decision to award the 2025 Best Junior Male Swimmer title, after a parent formally challenged the selection process and questioned whether the right athlete…
India to expand health sector support to Seychelles with medicine trade deal and hospital pledge
India has committed to further support Seychelles’ health sector. The two governments have signed an agreement to facilitate the trade of medicines manufactured in India for use in Seychelles. The…
Cabinet approves legal reforms, environmental measures and Starlink ISP licence
President Dr Patrick Herminie chaired a scheduled Cabinet meeting on Wednesday 18 February. During the meeting, Cabinet approved several legal and policy memoranda. First, Cabinet approved the National Awards (Repeal)…
Outcry and Unanswered Questions Over India-Backed Assomption Base
Friends of Aldabra has raised concerns following President Patrick Herminie’s announcement that India will assist Seychelles in building a coast guard base on Assomption Island. The group said the development…
Seychelles–EU fisheries deal at risk as tough negotiations intensify
Seychelles EU fisheries agreement negotiations are continuing as a delegation from the European Parliament Committee on Fisheries visits the country for talks with national authorities. The visit comes as both…
India to support construction of Coast Guard facility on Assomption, says President Herminie
India will support Seychelles in building a new Coast Guard facility on Assomption Island, President Dr Patrick Herminie has said. He said the development followed his recent official state visit…
SRC to Hold Testing Session for ASYCUDA Upgrade
The Seychelles Revenue Commission (SRC) said it will upgrade its ASYCUDA platform to version 4.4.1 in March 2026. The authority announced that the first phase will introduce several new features…
Sports Awards 2025: New champions to be crowned as finalists announced
Two new athletes will be crowned Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year for 2025. The selection committee, chaired by Steve Hoareau of the Seychelles National Sports Council (NSC), published the…










