Snorkelling Safety in Seychelles: A new guide urges beginners to wear life jackets, snorkel with a buddy, and watch fast-changing currents—plus respect marine life and avoid stepping on coral to protect fragile reefs. Tourism Access & Growth: A tourism expert says Africa’s visitor numbers are rising, including Seychelles (13% growth), but the sector’s next step depends on easier air access, investment in accommodation, and smoother entry and navigation. Indian Ocean Heat Alarm: An opinion piece warns that marine heatwaves and an expected strong El Niño are stressing the ocean system that sustains reefs, fish, and island livelihoods—especially across the Indian Ocean. Seychelles-India Fisheries Push: Seychelles and India agreed to deepen cooperation on fisheries, aquaculture and the blue economy, including tuna fisheries, stock assessment, post-harvest tech, marine conservation, and digital monitoring with AI and data systems. Solar Expansion for Energy Security: Africa’s International Solar Alliance drive targets at least 200 gigawatts of solar over five years, with Seychelles highlighting the need for solar storage and stronger grids to cut fuel imports and climate risks. Wildlife Photographer of the Year Preview: The Natural History Museum released a sneak peek of this year’s shortlisted images (from a polar bear-seal scene to rhino-oxpecker moments), with the full exhibition opening 16 October. Bel Ombre Youth “Green Harvest”: A Seychelles community project is empowering young people through gardening and learning tied to food security and sustainability.