Digital Guardians: How SPGA is using smart tech to protect Seychelles’ natural heritage |13 June 2025

Digital Guardians: How SPGA is using smart tech to protect Seychelles’ natural heritage

By Sunny Esparon

Over the past two to three years, the Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority (SPGA) has emerged as a trailblazer in adopting innovative technologies, revolutionising conservation and operational efficiency in Seychelles. Moving away from manual, ledger-based systems, SPGA has embraced digital solutions to enhance its monitoring, enforcement, and visitor services. This transformation has positioned SPGA as a leader among government agencies in Seychelles, setting a benchmark for smart, eco-friendly operations.

Key advancements include the introduction of an online payment system, state-of-the-art camera networks for real-time surveillance, and the Earth-Ranger geospatial platform for data collection. These initiatives have not only streamlined SPGA’s activities but also inspired other organisations to adopt similar technologies, harmonising operational frameworks across the region.

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