World Reuters Former speaker Herminie wins Seychelles presidential election

(Reuters) -Former Seychelles parliament speaker Patrick Herminie defeated President Wavel Ramkalawan in a run-off election, official results showed on Sunday, restoring full control of the archipelago nation's government to its longtime ruling...

Former speaker Herminie wins Seychelles presidential election

(Reuters) -Former Seychelles parliament speaker Patrick Herminie defeated President Wavel Ramkalawan in a run-off election, official results showed on Sunday, restoring full control of the archipelago nation’s government to its longtime ruling...

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...

Dreading the cold weather? Here are 10 cruises for winter sun

When winter’s well and truly set in, the nights are long and your vitamin D — not to mention your mood — needs a boost, a cruise in the sunshine is the answer. Nip to the Canaries for a week of island-hopping or jump on a flight to Miami for a...

Seychelles activists sue government for Qatari development on turtle nesting sites

Victoria Duthil and Lucie Harter at Supreme Court to file constitutional petition We’ve covered the story of rats and royalty at the Seychelles Islands extensively and the next step in stopping the construction of Qatari villas on turtle nesting...

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 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...

Syria’s Hidden Fleet: How Assad’s Regime Sold State Ships for One Dollar

In early January, under a pale winter sun over the Black Sea, satellites spotted a red-hulled cargo ship moored near a grain silo in Russian-occupied Crimea. The vessel was one of three Syrian cargo ships—Phoenicia, Laodicea, and Syria—accused by...

India eyes Seychelles poll run-off amid high-stakes strategic interests

As presidential elections in the strategically located Seychelles head for a run-off with the first round of voting yielding no clear winner, India will be anxiously awaiting the outcome. For, India has huge strategic stakes in this archipelago,...

Seychelles Heads to Run-Off Presidential Vote

Seychelles is preparing to conduct a rerun of its presidential elections between the two primary candidates, as no decisive winner was announced. Opposition leader Patrick Herminie received 48.8% of the votes compared to incumbent President Wavel...

BlueInvest Africa: Kplolali Ahama Awarded for Aquaponics Project

(Togo First) - Togolese entrepreneur Kplolali Ahama, founder of Aquaponie du Togo, was among the winners at the third BlueInvest Africa Forum, held in Lomé in 2025. She was honored for an innovative sustainable farming project that combines fish...

The Ultimate Fall Boot Edit—9 Classic Styles You’ll Wear on Repeat

If there is one wardrobe staple that truly never goes out of style, it is the classic boot. Season after season, this essential remains a constant—grounding looks in a sleek and effortless way no sneaker or sandal can ever replicate. From the...

Seychelles Presidential Elections 2025: What Is At Stake For India?

The 2025 presidential elections in Seychelles have entered a decisive phase, with results now forcing a runoff between the leading contenders. For Seychelles’ external partners—particularly India—the outcome holds significant implications for...

Nature-Based Solutions: A Policy And Investment Framework For A Healthier Planet, People, And Communities

The world today faces a convergence of crises – environmental, economic, and human. Indeed, our warming planet, biodiversity loss, and declining public health are not isolated emergencies. They are interconnected, interdependent systems. And...

Tourism Seychelles boosts GCC engagement with TBO Roadshows

Construction & Real Estate December 2021 384 Al Yamamah Steel Industries has reported revenues SR326 million ($86.8 million) during the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2021, marking a year-on-year (y-o-y) decline of 31.3%, said a report. Al Yamamah Steel...

Seychelles to hold rerun presidential election as no candidate secures 50%

The electoral authority has not announced when the rerun election is expected to be held. Published On 28 Sep 202528 Sep 2025 With no outright winner, Seychelles will hold a rerun presidential election after the country’s two main contenders...

Seychelles to hold rerun presidential election after no outright winner

Trying to prevent United Seychelles from returning to power, Ramkalawan seeks a second term as the leader of Africa’s smallest country. His governing Linyon Demokratik Seselwa party campaigned on economic recovery, social development and...

Seychelles to hold rerun presidential election after no outright winner

VICTORIA, Seychelles (AP) — With no outright winner in Seychelles’ presidential electio n, the country will hold a rerun vote between the two main contenders, the electoral authority said Sunday. Opposition figure Patrick Herminie received 48.8%...

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...

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...