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…
US Ambassador to Seychelles holds farewell talks after recall
The Ambassador of the United States to the Republic of Seychelles, Henry Jardine, has paid a virtual farewell call on the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Barry Faure.…
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…
Cabinet of Ministers addresses education matters at first meeting of 2026
The Cabinet of Ministers has addressed a range of education-related matters during its first scheduled meeting of 2026. The discussions focused on governance, post-compulsory training, advanced level studies, and youth…
Rodrigues earthquake poses no threat to Seychelles, authorities say
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck the Indian Ocean near Port Mathurin on Tuesday 6 January 2026, at 2:09pm local time. The quake occurred near Rodrigues. Authorities in Seychelles say it does…
Sabry Khan appointed Director General of Seychelles Intelligence Service
The Office of the President has announced the appointment of Mr Sabry Khan as Director General of the Seychelles Intelligence Service (SIS). In a statement issued on Wednesday, 7 January…
Office of the President opens applications for Victoria mayor
The Office of the President has invited suitably qualified Seychellois citizens to apply for the position of Mayor of Victoria. A notice published on the State House website on 7…
Defence committee reviews intelligence chief nomination
The Defence and Security Committee met on Monday, 5 January 2026, to consider a recommendation for the appointment of a new Director General of the Seychelles Intelligence Service. Mrs Audrey…