PM Modi welcomes Seychelles’ new President Herminie, vows stronger ties

More News 12 Oct 2025 | 1:48 AMDelhi BJP president Virendra on Saturday has said that the younger generation must be aware of how during the Emergency back in time, the then government allegedly throttled the Constitution to retain power, and how...

Baby giant tortoises thrive in Seychelles after first successful artificial incubation

The slow-motion pitter-patter of tiny giant tortoise feet has been worryingly rare in recent years, but that looks set to change thanks to the first successful hatching of the species with artificial incubation. One week after the intervention,...

Seychelles HE taps into the power of regional partnerships

SEYCHELLES-AFRICA The higher education system of Africa’s least populous country – the Indian Ocean archipelago of Seychelles – is increasingly reaching out to universities in other African countries in order to expand its educational offerings,...

Seychelles starts work on landmark floating solar project

Seychelles has launched construction of its first utility-scale floating solar power plant, a 5.8MW project in the Providence Lagoon on Mahé Island. It is expected to play a pivotal role in meeting the country’s renewable energy targets. The...

Hotel InsiderInside the revamped Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

The Four Seasons Resort Seychelles offers private villas with stunning ocean and jungle views, ideal for multi-generational families and groups. Dining options include local Creole delicacies and Japanese cuisine, with highlights like octopus...

Everything you need to know about UAE's cruise season

As winter approaches, ports across the Arabian Gulf are preparing for a season of cruise embarkation. In Dubai, passengers will soon wheel their suitcases through the sprawling Mina Rashid cruise terminal, while in Abu Dhabi, the capital’s waters...

Seychelles votes in general election dominated by economy, environment and drug crisis

The people of Seychelles voted Saturday in an election to choose a new leader and parliament, with President Wavel Ramkalawan seeking a second term in Africa’s smallest country. Ramkalawan's chief political rival, Patrick Herminie of the United...

Seychelles President Ramkalawan seeks second term as people vote in African tourist haven

A police officer casts his vote at the English River School in Victoria, Seychelles. | Photo Credit: AP The people of Seychelles voted on Saturday (September 27, 2025) in an election to choose a new leader and Parliament, with President Wavel...

Seychelles president seeks a second term as people vote in African tourist haven

VICTORIA, Seychelles (AP) — The people of Seychelles voted Saturday in an election to choose a new leader and parliament, with President Wavel Ramkalawan seeking a second term in Africa’s smallest country. Ramkalawan’s chief political rival,...

Seychelles Begins Three-Day Voting in Pivotal Presidential and Parliamentary Elections

On Thursday, September 25, 2025, the small but strategically significant Indian Ocean archipelago of Seychelles commenced a three-day voting period for its closely contested presidential and parliamentary elections. Polling stations across the...

Qair starts construction of floating solar plant in Seychelles

Qair has launched construction of the Seysun Lagoon floating photovoltaics (PV) plant, a 5.8 MW project located in the Providence Lagoon on Mahé Island, Seychelles. The ceremony was held in the presence of Flavien Joubert, Minister of Agriculture,...

Seychelles holds early voting as many worry about a drug crisis and environment

VICTORIA, Seychelles -- Early voting started Thursday across Seychelles as concerns over a drug crisis and environmental challenges facing the nation weigh heavily on the minds of many as they choose a new president and parliament. President Wavel...

Seychelles holds early voting as many in the nation worry about a drug crisis and environment

VICTORIA, Seychelles (AP) — Early voting started Thursday across Seychelles as concerns over a drug crisis and environmental challenges facing… VICTORIA, Seychelles (AP) — Early voting started Thursday across Seychelles as concerns over a drug...

Andersen Consulting Expands Capabilities in Mauritius and Seychelles

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 30, 2025-- Andersen Consulting bolsters its capabilities with the addition of collaborating firm Perigeum Capital Ltd, a leading corporate finance advisory firm headquartered in Mauritius with an office in...

Travellers from 11 more countries can now use NZ's eGates

Customs has announced that eligible ePassport holders from eleven additional countries and territories can now use New Zealand's automated eGates for both arrivals and departures. Travellers aged 10 and over from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico,...

Kenya to host 13th Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Symposium

Kenya is set to host the 13th Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) Symposium in Mombasa from Monday, September 29, to October 3. The event by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) will bring together more than...

OPINION:Madagascar political instability and Ravalomanana’s proximity to the eSwatini Monarchy smells,King Mswati might be involved in ongoing attempts to oust President Andry Rajoelina.

By Wandile Dludlu. The small Island Nation of Madagascar isolated in the thunderous oceans far west south of the tip of Africa is in flames from hungry, angry, and gatvol generation of youths, The country's fragile political and constitutional...

Life Sciences Cloud Content Migration: Separating Fact from Fiction

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‘A Quantum Leap In Coral Reef Restoration’: Harnessing Science To Protect Seychelles’ Marine Wealth

The ocean provides wealth, in myriad ways, to the nation, with fish and marine products making up 90% of its total exports in 2019, the Seychelles Trade Portal notes. Meanwhile, fisheries add 16% to the GDP and employ approximately 12% of its...

Absa partners with the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology to champion innovation through the MEST Africa Challenge 2025

Absa is proud to partner with the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) for the MEST Africa Challenge 2025, to champion African tech entrepreneurs striving to deliver technology driven solutions for an evolving continent....