Government Revives Unemployment Relief Scheme in 2026 with SCR 6.7m Budget
The Seychelles government will reintroduce the Unemployment Relief Scheme (URS) in January 2026, following approval by Cabinet. The government has allocated SCR 6.7m to the programme, which aims to support…
Hate speech law sparks political clash in National Assembly
Seychelles’ National Assembly has approved an amendment to the Penal Code 2025 that removes political affiliation from the list of protected characteristics under hate speech laws. The amendment was proposed…
First woman to lead SEYPEC allegedly dismissed over politics
The contract of the Seychelles Petroleum Company’s (SEYPEC) chief executive, Sarah Romain, will not be renewed, the government has confirmed. In a statement issued following a meeting on Thursday between…
Back from retirement: Patrick Vel appointed interim STC chief
The Seychelles Trading Company Limited (STC) has appointed Patrick Vel as its interim chief executive officer for a period of six months. In a statement issued on 16 December, the…
Opposition brands revived NISTI bill a ‘copy-paste’ law as Assembly approves it
The Leader of the Opposition, Bernard Georges, has criticised proposed legislation to re-establish the National Institute of Science, Technology and Innovation (NISTI), describing it as a “copy-paste” law based on…
Inflation Low for Now, but Central Bank Warns Prices Could Rise in 2026
The Central Bank of Seychelles (CBS) has decided to keep interest rates unchanged for the first quarter of 2026, citing stable prices, steady domestic economic activity and the need to…
Nicholas Prea Makes Political Comeback with Ambassadorial Approval
The National Assembly has approved the nomination of two ambassadors, Patrick Victor and Nicholas Prea. Both nominees were put forward by President Patrick Herminie, with motions for their approval tabled…
Audit flags procurement gaps at Public Utilities Corporation
The Office of the Auditor General has identified weaknesses in procurement at the Public Utilities Corporation (PUC) between 2020 and 2023. The findings come from an audit requested by the…
Seychelles Police Commissioner and Superintendent Receive French Honour
Two senior officers of the Seychelles Police Force have been awarded France’s bronze medal in recognition of their contribution to security cooperation between Seychelles and France. Police Commissioner Ted Barbe…
Cuba seeks stronger ties with Seychelles despite impact of United States blockade
The Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Cuba to Seychelles, H.E. Mrs Iraida de la Caridad Guerrero Zúñiga, has presented her credentials to President Dr Patrick Herminie.The ceremony took place on…