Ferry capsize-Seychelles extends condolences to Zanzibar |23 July 2012

In the message, President Michel has expressed his personal sadness to learn of the tragic misfortune and loss of life.

The President extended the heartfelt sympathies and most sincere condolences of the Seychellois people to all those affected by the tragedy.

“May those most touched by the disaster find the strength and courage to cope at this difficult time.”

The President has wished all the surviving passengers a speedy recovery, and furthermore, made known that the thoughts and prayers of the nation would go out to the Zanzibar people as the search and rescue efforts continue.