Marine Protection Reality Check: A new Science Advances study warns that drifting fish aggregating devices (dFADs) can slip into marine protected areas, interacting with 53% of the global MPA network and stranding in 174 protected areas—showing MPAs struggle with mobile gear that drifts across boundaries. Biodiversity on the Ground: Seychelles Islands Foundation ranger-led drone surveys mapped invasive plants on Assomption Island, targeting sisal and covering 21 zones with 39,000 high-resolution images across 1,792 hectares. Microplastics Monitoring Push: Scientists from 21 African countries met in Accra to harmonise coastal microplastics monitoring using nuclear and isotopic techniques, aiming for comparable data to guide stronger marine pollution policies—Seychelles is among the participants. Climate Finance Planning: Seychelles’ CEFT committee mapped its climate finance strategy as it takes on a steering role for the Parliamentarians for Climate Finance project, outlining its 2026 work plan. Circular Economy Tourism: Fregate Island’s upcoming reopening will add an onsite distillery using surplus island produce, cutting energy use with partial solar power and returning waste to composting. Sustainable Tourism Results: Seychelles celebrated a successful 2025–26 cruise season with over 40 cruise ship calls, including maiden visits and a shift toward smaller, premium, expedition vessels aligned with its sustainability vision. Local Governance & Public Broadcasting: Reaction continues around the SBC bill becoming law, including concerns about board appointments and safeguards for the broadcaster’s independence. Regional Mobility: Botswana published its 2026 visa-free entry list for African countries, including Seychelles, easing travel for eligible nationals.