Seychelles was among the winners to clinch several key awards for the Indian Ocean at this year’s prestigious World Travel Awards held in Johannesburg on Wednesday July 7.
It was a night filled with euphoria at the gala ceremony for the Africa and Indian Ocean ...
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Portuguese Defence Minister Professor Dr Augusto Ernesto Santos Silva called on President James Michel at State House yesterday afternoon.
He was here to visit the Portuguese armed forces detachment stationed at the Seyche...
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The National Assembly has approved the setting up of a bureau that will be the principal agency responsible for collecting statistical data and will act as the custodian of such information.
Presenting the National Bureau of Statistics...
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President James Michel is scheduled to meet all Seychelles ambassadors today to discuss continued efforts to promote Seychelles’ international image through the principles of active economic diplomacy.
The President has scheduled his y...
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Seychelles is hosting an international symposium on maritime security next week to discuss a comprehensive plan of action against maritime threats in the region.
The Seychelles Comprehensive Maritime Security Plan of Action (SCMSPA) is...
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The international symposium addressing maritime security concerns – particularly piracy – closed yesterday with pledges of continuing support for local and regional efforts to re-establish law in the Indian Ocean.
Delegate...
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The new Pakistani ambassador to Seychelles has said he is looking forward to further strengthening relations between the two countries.
Muhammad Siddique presented his credentials yesterday to President James Michel and ca...
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A wide range of subjects concerning East Africa – including fisheries, piracy and climate change – will be in focus this week when Seychelles hosts a regional meeting of the African, Caribbean and Pacific-European Union (ACP-EU) Joint Parliamentar...
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The best ways for tourism businesses to manage their surroundings and reduce their impact on the environment are the main focus of a workshop launched yesterday.
The two-day workshop at Nature Seychelles’ headquarters, Roc...
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The National Assembly yesterday voted unanimously to repeal and replace the Social Security Act 1987 but ensure that all existing social security benefits are maintained.
Presenting the Social Security Bill 2010 to the assembly for consideration, Minister for F...
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Russian ship to show anti-piracy support
Russia will continue to support Seychelles’ battle against piracy and is expected to send a warship to the region later this year.
Russian ambassador Mikhail Kalinin said this ...
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Port Victoria voted best in Indian Ocean
Port Victoria has been voted the leading cruise port in the Indian Ocean for 2010, winning a prestigious World Travel Award.
These awards, considered by some to be the Oscars o...
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