President Herminie Targets Judiciary in Sharp Criticism During National Press Conference
President Patrick Herminie said the judiciary no longer commands the trust of the people of Seychelles during a live press conference on Thursday. Speaking during the nearly two-hour event, President…
President Herminie accuses SBC staff of pushing “personal and political agenda”
President Patrick Herminie on Thursday held his first live press conference since taking office. The nearly two-hour event was broadcast live on national and private media platforms. Journalists from several…
SIF Activates Contingency Plan as Praslin Fire Threatens Fond Ferdinand Reserve
The Seychelles Islands Foundation (SIF) says it has activated its fire contingency plan as a forest fire on Praslin threatens the Fond Ferdinand Nature Reserve. In a press statement, SIF…
Professional Seychellois volleyballer secures another year with Nice in France
Professional Seychellois volleyball player Rodney Ah-Kong has secured a one-year contract extension with French club Nice Volley-Ball. The team competes in France’s top division, known as Ligue A. Ah-Kong has…
Justice Samia André sworn in as COMESA Court of Justice judge
Justice of Appeal Samia André has been sworn in as a judge of the COMESA Court of Justice, the Judiciary of Seychelles has said. She took the oath of office…
First session of Montagne Posée inquiry hears claims of masked soldiers and force
An inquiry into a prison incident at Montagne Posée in 2024 has heard its first testimony, with an inmate describing a series of events involving prison officers, armed units and…
SBC chief raises alarm over lack of consultation on new law
The Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation (SBC), Bérard Duprés, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to independence, transparency and ethical standards. The government is preparing amendments to the…
Confusion Mounts After Seychelles Licensing Authority Disrupts Entertainment Sector
A Seychelles licensing clarification issued by two ministries has done little to resolve uncertainty. The application of licensing requirements affecting entertainment in bars and restaurants remains unclear. In a joint…
UK judge rules Marinette Soumery Seychelles-linked account had ‘hallmarks of money laundering’
A UK court has ordered the forfeiture of more than £258,000 held in a bank account linked to a Seychelles national, in what is referred to as the Marinette Soumery…
Seychelles Taiwan fishing agreements remain commercial, says minister
Seychelles Taiwan fishing agreements remain commercial, according to Fisheries Minister Wallace Cosgrow. He made the statement following recent public discussion about Seychelles’ position on Taiwan. The minister said Seychelles does…