Seychelles Media Commission Warns SBC Bill Risks Undermining Broadcaster Independence
The Seychelles Media Commission (SMC) has recommended a series of amendments to the SBC Bill, 2026. It says its principal concern is whether the proposed arrangements sufficiently secure the independence…
Twomey Woods alleges executive interference in Assomption Island development
Commissioner Mathilda Twomey Woods has alleged executive interference, environmental breaches and failures in oversight during the development of Assomption Island, as she submitted the final report of the Commission of…
Constitutional Court asked to halt five Seychelles commissions of inquiry
Former Internal Affairs Minister Charles Errol Fonseka has filed a petition before the Constitutional Court. He is challenging the legality of five commissions of inquiry established in Seychelles. The petition…
Ombudsman raises constitutional concerns over key provisions in TRNUC bill
Debates in the National Assembly are underway on the Commission for the Enforcement, Implementation and Monitoring of the TRNUC Recommendations Bill, 2026. Vice-President Sebastien Pillay introduced the proposed legislation on…
Seychelles Pushes for Aeroflot’s Return as Early as July
Negotiations continue to bring Aeroflot flights back to Seychelles earlier than planned, according to the Minister for Transport, Ports and Civil Aviation, Veronique Laporte. Mrs Laporte said Aeroflot’s suspension was…
International media alliance warns proposed SBC bill could put broadcaster’s independence at risk
The Public Media Alliance (PMA) has raised concerns about a proposed law that would reform the Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation (SBC). PMA outlined its concerns in a statement issued on 5…
‘Bring the Proof’: Herminie and Woodcock in Heated Assembly Showdown
A heated exchange broke out in the National Assembly this week between two proportionally elected members. This occurred during a session focused on the Seychelles Trading Company’s (STC) poultry purchases.…
Laporte Accuses Opposition of Wasting Assembly Time During Questions on Back Pay and Ministerial Benefits
Minister for Finance, Economic Planning, Trade and Investment Pierre Laporte has accused the opposition of wasting time in the National Assembly. Minister Laporte appeared before the National Assembly on Tuesday.…
Coetivy Chosen as Site for Seychelles’ Emergency Alternate Airport
The Seychelles government plans to build an emergency alternate airport on Coetivy Island, according to Transport Minister Veronique Laporte. Speaking about the project, Miniter Laporte said President Patrick Herminie recently…
Absa Bank Seychelles Managing Director Nazim Mahmood to Leave Role in June
Absa Bank Seychelles Limited (ABSL) has announced that its Managing Director, Nazim Mahmood, will leave the bank after completing his assignment in Seychelles. The bank said Mr Mahmood, who joined…