Seychelles health minister holds separate talks to boost health sector training cooperation
The Minister for Health, Marvin Fanny, has held three separate meetings with ambassadors accredited to Seychelles as part of efforts to strengthen international cooperation in the health sector. The meetings…
First Lady meets Autism Seychelles to discuss support and collaboration
Members of Autism Seychelles met the First Lady, Veronique Herminie, on 14 January 2026 to discuss support for people living with autism and their families. The meeting marked the First…
Assomption Island development inquiry examines governance links between IDC and ICS
Norman Webber, chief executive of the Island Conservation Society (ICS), has appeared before the Commission of Inquiry into the lease and development of Assomption Island. The commission established that Mr…
IDC faces potential US$4m penalty over Assomption delays
The Chief Executive Officer of the Island Development Company (IDC) has told the Commission of Inquiry into the Lease and Development of Assomption Island that civil works on the Assomption…
Government publishes legislation to establish Seychelles Tourism Board
The Seychelles government has officially published proposed legislation to establish the Seychelles Tourism Board. The Seychelles Tourism Board Bill, 2026 appeared in the Official Gazette on 12 January 2026. It…
New Chief Executive appointed to lead Enterprise Seychelles Agency
The Office of the President has announced the appointment of Ms Dylis Cedras as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Enterprise Seychelles Agency. In a statement issued on Monday,…
Who is Friends of Aldabra, and who is really in charge?
Testimony before the Commission of Inquiry into the lease and sublease of Assomption has focused attention on Friends of Aldabra. The hearing raised questions about the group’s funding, leadership and…
Former president raises assassination concerns after security detail disarmed
Former President Wavel Ramkalawan has raised concerns after his security detail was instructed to return their personal firearms. In a statement issued on Monday, 12 January 2026, Mr Ramkalawan said…
Chief Justice Rony Govinden calls for integrity as judiciary opens 2026 legal year
The Supreme Court has reopened for the 2026 judicial year, with integrity identified as the central priority for the Judiciary. During his speech, Chief Justice Rony Govinden said the theme…
Inquiry hears Assomption halt has become an embarrassment to Qatar and risks reputational damage
The Commission of Inquiry into the lease and development of Assomption Island has heard that the developer continues to incur substantial daily expenses while a stop notice remains in place.…










