Seychelles and China reaffirm commitment to stronger bilateral ties
Seychelles and China have reiterated their commitment to strengthening relations during a courtesy call by the Chinese Ambassador to Seychelles, Lin Nan, on the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the…
Seychelles judiciary reports staffing shortages and court capacity challenges
The Judiciary of Seychelles identifies persistent operational challenges in its Annual Report 2025. It cites staffing shortages, rising caseloads and infrastructure limitations across the justice system. In the foreword, Chief…
Kate Carolus no longer Chairperson of Seychelles Media Commission
Kate Carolus is no longer Chairperson of the Seychelles Media Commission after she resigned in December 2025. President Patrick Herminie accepted her resignation, creating a vacancy at the head of…
First Lady’s Office sets priorities for social protection and child welfare in 2026
The Office of the First Lady Seychelles 2026 has begun setting its priorities for the year ahead, with a focus on social protection and child welfare. On Friday, 9 January…
Seychelles President Expected in Mauritius for Independence Celebrations
Dr Patrick Herminie, President of the Republic of Seychelles, will visit Mauritius as Guest of Honour for the country’s Independence celebrations. The visit will coincide with events marking the 58th…
Government outlines plan to relocate Roche Caiman illegal market
The illegal Roche Caiman market will move to a new site within the same district. The proposed location is the COI garden, a short walking distance from the current site.…
A closer look at Seychelles’ 13th month pay for 2025
The government of Seychelles has confirmed that the 13th month pay will remain fully mandatory from December 2025. The update follows amendments to the Employment Act passed by the National…
Seychelles launches 13th-month salary support for micro and small businesses
The government of Seychelles has launched financial support to help eligible businesses pay the compulsory 13th-month salary. The scheme follows an announcement made by the President in November 2025. The…
New ambassadors formally receive appointment instruments from President Herminie
President Patrick Herminie has presented Instruments of Appointment to six newly appointed ambassadors of the Republic of Seychelles. The formal ceremony took place at State House on Thursday 8 January…










