Seychelles Human Rights Commission Briefs President Herminie on Prison Riot Investigation
The Seychelles Human Rights Commission paid a courtesy call to President Dr Patrick Herminie on Friday, 21 November. The delegation was led by the Commission’s chairperson, Bernadin Renaud, accompanied by…
Seychelles and COMFWB Discuss New Support Programme for Women and Youth Entrepreneurs
On Thursday, 20 November 2025, Ambassador Beryl Samson met a delegation led by Miti Chikakula, Chief Executive Officer of the COMESA Federation of Women in Business (COMFWB). The group is…
AU and Seychelles Discuss Food Security and Climate Action
Seychelles and the African Union have agreed to strengthen cooperation on food security, climate resilience and sustainable use of ocean resources during a meeting in Victoria. On Thursday, 20 November…
President Herminie Engages University of Seychelles Leadership on Institutional Priorities
President Dr Patrick Herminie visited the University of Seychelles on Thursday, 20 November 2025, to discuss the institution’s priorities, achievements and ongoing challenges with its leadership. He was welcomed by…
Seychelles Cabinet Approves Key Education, Social, and Governance Reforms
Seychelles Cabinet, chaired by President Dr. Patrick Herminie, has approved a series of reforms in education, social benefits, public service, governance, and disaster management during meetings held from 10 to…
Indian Navy Officer Meets Seychelles Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary to Discuss Maritime Security and EEZ Surveillance
Commander Ayush Dugar, Commanding Officer of INS Savitri, paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Ian Madeleine, Principal Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, on Wednesday, 19…
Third Accused in Firearms and Terrorism Case Granted Bail After Four Years on Remand
The Supreme Court has granted bail to Leslie Benoiton, the third accused in the firearms and prevention of terrorism case. The decision was delivered on 19 October by Chief Justice…
Homeland Security Minister Continues Familiarisation Tours of Police and Prison Facilities
The Minister for Homeland Security and Civil Affairs, James Camille, has continued his ongoing familiarisation programme with a series of visits to key units within the Seychelles Police Force and…
Seychelles Confirmed Free of Measles and Rubella by WHO
Seychelles has officially been certified by the World Health Organization (WHO) as having eliminated measles and rubella. The announcement places Seychelles among the first countries in sub-Saharan Africa to reach…
ICS Backs Government Decision to Stop Assumption Island Development Over Environmental Non-Compliance
The Island Conservation Society (ICS) has welcomed the government’s decision to halt development activities on Assumption Island, claiming there were findings of non-compliance with the approved Environmental Impact Assessment (ESIA).…