1.Sarep holds first annual general meeting
The Seychelles Association of Retired Educational Professionals (Sarep) last Saturday held its first annual general meeting since its inception in April 2022. The representatives for Praslin and La Digue Sarep chapters were also present for the meeting which was held ...»

Date:19 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

2.Kenya embraces visa-free travel with new electronic travel authorisation system
In a landmark decision set to redefine international travel to Kenya, the Kenyan government has announced the introduction of visa-free entry for visitors starting January 2024. This pivotal move places Kenya alongside other progressive travel destinations like the Seychelles, embracing ...»

Date:19 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

3.16ème édition de la Transat Jacques Vabre à la voile
Un exemple pour les Seychelles, de développement touristique à travers le sport   La Route du café devenue la « Transat Jacques Vabre » a passionné les amoureux de la Voile qui, pendant cinq semaines ont pu vivre des moments merveilleux sur ...»

Date:19 December 2023 | Category:Sport

4.SFA introduces licensing framework for spanner crab fishery
          License to be issued to ten fishers   The Seychelles Fishing Authority (SFA) is introducing measures to strengthen the management of the spanner crab fishery on the Mahé plateau through the introduction of a licensing framework. ...»

Date:18 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

5.Football: Seychelles Premier League
Pointe Larue Bazar Brothers stun leaders St Louis   Pointe Larue Bazar Brothers stunned Seychelles Premier League leaders St Louis in a come-from-behind 3-1 victory in a thrilling encounter at Stad Linite on Friday, putting an end to their three-game ...»

Date:18 December 2023 | Category:Sport

6.Bodybuilding
SBPF in talks with IBFF for future collaboration   With the aim of bringing more opportunities and international exposure for local bodybuilders, the Seychelles Bodybuilding and Physiques Federation is currently in talks with the International Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation Africa. ...»

Date:18 December 2023 | Category:Sport

7.Cabinet approves a number of legal memoranda
President Wavel Ramkalawan chaired a scheduled meeting of the cabinet on Wednesday this week at which a number of legal memoranda were approved. Cabinet approved amendments to the Licences (Amendment) Bill (2023). The amendments seek to address certain provisions of ...»

Date:15 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

8.Aftermath of December 7 explosion
Several traders get green light to resume business   By Patrick Joubert   Since Monday, over twenty re-occupancy requests have been granted to businesses that have been able to clean up their buildings and tick all boxes required for their ...»

Date:14 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

9.Voice of the Ancestors
Jano Danilo Albert's artistic journey through Seychelles' heritage and history   Seychelles’ lineage and heritage are being showcased through a visual art exhibition titled ‘Voice of the Ancestors’ taking place at the Carrefour des Arts gallery in Victoria. The exhibition ...»

Date:14 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

10.Assembly approves two bills unanimously
The National Assembly yesterday waived the seven days’ notice requirement for the second reading of two bills, to allow the House to debate and approve the bills. These were the Revenue law (amendment) Bill 2023, and the Political Parties (Registration ...»

Date:13 December 2023 | Category:National Assembly

11.Seychelles delegation at IMO assembly in London  
A Seychelles delegation led by the Minister for Transport, Antony Derjacques, was recently in London, United Kingdom, for the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Assembly. The 33rd Assembly of the IMO held from November 27 to December 6, 2023 convened in ...»

Date:12 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

12.Football: Fifa Young Referee Training  
18 young referees attend five-day Fifa training   With the aim of developing and inspiring future generations of local football officials, the Seychelles Football Federation is hosting a five-day refereeing course, gathering 18 young enthusiasts. The training, which started yesterday, ...»

Date:12 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

13.Football: Legend Foundation – Ange Dubignon Charity Match
Legendary goalkeeper Ange Dubignon receives support of Legend Foundation   Well-known goalkeeper Ange Dubignon, AKA ‘Ti Ange’ has received a cheque from the Legend Foundation as a contribution towards his medical expenses, following a charity match played on Sunday November ...»

Date:09 December 2023 | Category:Sport

14.Stakeholders discuss National TVET Strategy 2024-2028
By Patrick Joubert   The Technical and Digital Education (TDE) Division within the Ministry of Education yesterday held a half-day workshop to share the draft National Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Strategy 2024-2028 and roadmap with key TVET ...»

Date:07 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

15.Les Seychelles commencent les préparations pour la UNOC 3 qui aura lieu en France en 2025
Dans le cadre de la préparation de la troisième Conférence des Nations Unies pour l’océan (UNOC 3) qui aura lieu à Nice, en France les 9 et 10 juin 2025, une première réunion « BlueTalks/Clubs bleus » a été organisée en amont ...»

Date:07 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

16.Exploring Paradise: Seychelles Mega FAM trip unveils the enchanting beauty within
The Seychelles Mega FAM trip, organised by Tourism Seychelles, proved to be an outstanding success, attracting 65 distinguished travel agencies and press partners from around 20 different nationalities worldwide. The four-day event aimed to spotlight the incredible beauty and cultural ...»

Date:07 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

17.Gouvernman Lokal ek Zafer Kominoter
Minister i remersye son bann volonter   Minister Gouvernman Lokal ek Zafer Kominoter in dir mersi son bann volonter ki form parti lekip brigad dan distrik, e rekonnet zot travay. Sa ti pandan en seremoni ki’n fer yer bomaten kot ...»

Date:06 December 2023 | Category:Domestic

18.Assembly gives inputs on public health’s programme for HIV, hepatitis, STIs, and TB
The Communicable Diseases, HIV/Aids and Sexual Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) committee of the National Assembly led by chairperson Rosie Bistoquet yesterday met with representatives of the World Health Organisation Regional Office for Africa (WHO-AFRO) and the Ministry of Health. The ...»

Date:06 December 2023 | Category:National Assembly

19.National Assembly approves supplementary estimate of 2022
The National Assembly yesterday approved a motion for the supplementary estimate of R1.8 million (R1 million 821 thousand 817 rupees and 80 cents) for the year 2022. Twenty (20) members of the ruling party voted in favour of the ...»

Date:05 December 2023 | Category:National Assembly

20.Seychelles minister attends 3rd FAWE International Conference on Girls' Education
          Pushes for gender equality and redefining education   The Minister for Youth, Sports and Family, Marie Celine Zialor, has reiterated the need to create space for men and boys in gender discussions stressing on the need ...»

Date:05 December 2023 | Category:Domestic