Political row over UAE-linked imports triggers Seychelles audit
The United Arab Emirates has become the focus of a political dispute in Seychelles. This dispute started after conflicting claims over importations linked to State House prompted an independent public…
Seychelles Ruling Party Newspaper Publishes UAE-Linked Import Documents Mistaken for State House Seychelles
A Seychelles political newspaper aligned with the country’s ruling party has published documents relating to imports that it appeared to associate with State House Seychelles following recent remarks made by…
Seychelles Judiciary Eyes Technology-Driven Reforms After India Conclave
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Seychelles, Rony James Govinden, says Seychelles judiciary digital reforms remain a priority following his participation at the National Conclave on Technology and Judicial…
Sharp Rise in Welfare Claims Signals Growing Cost of Living Pressure in Seychelles
The number of people receiving welfare benefits in Seychelles increased by nearly 58% during the first four months of the year, according to the Agency for Social Protection. The increase…
Seychelles President Explains Decision to Accept Russian Firearms
President Patrick Herminie has addressed allegations that Seychelles recently received firearms from Russia following his state visit to the country. He clarified the matter during a two-hour live press conference…
Morin condemns President Herminie’s remarks as misleading and baseless
Jean-Pierre Morin of Rosebelle (Pty) Ltd has issued a statement rejecting recent remarks made by President Patrick Herminie concerning him and his company. In the statement dated 8 May, Mr…
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…