President confirms five presidential pardons since taking office
President Dr Patrick Herminie has confirmed that he has granted presidential pardons to five convicted prisoners since taking office. He said the decisions followed recommendations from the Advisory Committee on…
Seychelles launches inquiry into unrecorded firearms imports
Illegal firearms imports in Seychelles are the focus of a newly established Board of Inquiry, sworn in by the President to investigate unrecorded weapons and related security concerns. The ceremony…
Internet costs could fall significantly in Seychelles, says President Herminie
The cost of internet services in Seychelles could decrease substantially, according to President Patrick Herminie. Speaking on the issue, Dr Herminie said satellite internet provider Starlink has made a formal…
Seychelles inflation falls below zero in December
According to the latest published figures, consumer prices in Seychelles fell slightly in December 2025. Data released by the National Bureau of Statistics shows that annual inflation for all items…
Seychelles Breweries supports turtle protection through Anse Bazarka beach clean-up
A beach clean-up was held at Anse Bazarka Beach on Saturday 17th, hosted by Seychelles Breweries through its Slow Turtle brand, as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to environmental…
Seychelles President outlines sustainability and climate priorities at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week
The President of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Herminie, has outlined the country’s approach to sustainability, climate change, and tourism. This came out in a recent interview with Sky News Arabia at…
Assomption Island inquiry warns public over fake Facebook account
The Commission of Inquiry into the Lease and Development of Assomption Island has warned the public about a fraudulent Facebook profile. The profile impersonates its Commissioner, Mathilda Twomey-Woods. In a…
Social security payments made on schedule, agency says
The Agency for Social Protection (ASP) has confirmed that social security payments have been made according to the normal schedule. In a statement, the ASP’s chief executive, Mrs Edmond, said…
Former Seychelles president disputes actions affecting his security and transport
Former Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan has issued a statement raising concerns over changes to his personal security. He also addressed the removal of an official vehicle assigned to him as…
Government under fire over Assomption Island task force composition
24 year old Victoria Duthil, campaign manager and a paid member of Friends of Aldabra, criticised the government over the composition of its Assomption Island environmental task force. She said…