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Seychelles Marks International Education Day with Symposium at SITE

January 25, 2025
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Seychelles Teacher

VICTORIA, Seychelles — The Ministry of Education marked International Education Day for the fifth time yesterday, under the theme “AI…

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Health Care Agency Clears Cataract Waiting List in Landmark Achievement

January 25, 2025
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Concerns Raised Over State of St Agnes Chapel After Viral Video

VICTORIA, Seychelles — The Health Care Agency (HCA) has cleared the waiting list for untreated cataract, a landmark achievement in…

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International School Seychelles Marks International Day of Education with Stories from Educators

January 24, 2025
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VICTORIA, Seychelles — The International School Seychelles (ISS) joined the global community yesterday in celebrating International Day of Education under…

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University of Seychelles and KNUST Ghana Sign MoU on Academic Exchange and Research

January 24, 2025
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The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Dr Bernard Valentin as Chairperson of the University of Seychelles Council, effective 24th March 2026, for a period of three (3) years. Dr Valentin brings to this role a distinguished record of public health leadership and national service. He currently serves as Special Advisor to the Minister for Health and has over a decade of experience as Principal Secretary for Health, having held the position across two terms from 2011 to 2012 and from 2016 to 2025. During his tenure, he provided executive oversight to the National Institute of Health and Social Studies, contributing significantly to the strengthening of academic programmes and institutional development. His leadership experience spans multiple national bodies. Dr Valentin is currently Chairperson of the Seychelles Medical and Dental Council and also chairs the non-governmental organisation Patient Solidarity. Since 2018, he has served as a member of the Seychelles Qualifications Authority and previously sat on the University of Seychelles Council between 2016 and 2018. At the international level, he represented Seychelles on the Executive Board of the World Health Organisation for three years, reflecting his engagement in global health governance. Dr Valentin holds a medical degree from the University of Athens and a Master of Arts in Health Services Management with distinction from the University of Manchester. He also holds a combined diploma in Epidemiology, Statistics and Management from the University of Nairobi, as well as a Diploma in Addiction Studies from the University of Reunion. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dr Valentin has contributed to academic research, including coordinating the Seychelles component of an international study in collaboration with Lund University and the University of Rochester on the long-term public health effects of heavy metals on specific population groups. He has also co-authored a peer-reviewed article in the field of public health. Beyond his medical and policy career, Dr Valentin is an accomplished literary figure and a two-time laureate of the Antoine Abel Prize, Seychelles’ highest literary honour. Fluent in English, French, Greek, and Creole, he brings a unique combination of clinical expertise, administrative leadership, and cultural depth to the role. The Government welcomes Dr Valentin’s appointment and is confident that his extensive experience and leadership will contribute to the continued growth and strengthening of the University of Seychelles as a centre of academic excellence.

VICTORIA, Seychelles — The University of Seychelles (UniSey) and the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) of Ghana…

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Seychelles Validates National Roadmap and Action Plan for Early Warnings for All by 2027

January 24, 2025
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Seychelles Begins National Review of Sustainable Development Goals

VICTORIA, Seychelles — Seychelles’ National Roadmap and Action Plan for Early Warnings for All, validated during a one-day workshop at…

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Pelican Lights Installed on Seychelles Roads to Improve Night-Time Visibility and Safety

January 23, 2025
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Seychelles Submits Updated Climate Plan NDC 3.0

VICTORIA, Seychelles — Pelican lights have been installed at a number of pedestrian crossings in Seychelles to enhance road safety…

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Chinese Embassy Hosts Spring Festival Reception at Eden Blue Hotel in Eden Island

January 23, 2025
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The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Herminie, and Vice-President of the People’s Republic of China, H.E. Mr Han Zheng, today broke ground on a new 72 housing units project at Beolière, marking a significant step in the government’s efforts to deliver 2,500 homes by 2028. This reinforces the government’s commitment to improving the quality of life for Seychellois families and strengthening the enduring partnership between Seychelles and China. The high-level ceremony which formally launched construction under the China Aid Programme, was attended by Vice-President Sebastien Pillay, Cabinet Ministers and Members of the National Assembly. The Beolière project forms part of a broader Seychelles–China cooperation framework that will deliver a total of 141 units, including an additional 69 units at Cap Bonm Zan in Anse Royale representing a meaningful boost to the country’s housing stock and continued progress towards addressing national housing demand. Designed as a modern residential community, the development will include essential infrastructure such as wastewater systems, green spaces and recreational areas, aiming to provide not just housing, but dignified sustainable and community-oriented living environments. Speaking to the media, Vice-President Pillay, who oversees the lands and housing portfolio, reaffirmed that expanding access to affordable housing remains a central government priority, noting that the project reflects tangible progress in improving living conditions and delivering real outcomes for Seychellois families. Vice-President Zheng’s presence testifies the strength of bilateral ties and the strategic role of Chinese support in national development. The partnership has consistently delivered high-impact infrastructure and social projects across Seychelles, reflecting a relationship built on mutual respect, shared priorities and long-term cooperation. Arriving from Kenya on the final leg of his official Africa tour, Vice-President Zheng’s visit aims to deepen cooperation in infrastructure, trade, and people-to-people exchanges. During his stay, he is scheduled to meet President Herminie at State House tomorrow, Sunday, 29 March, and to tour key historic and cultural sites, and as well as Chinese-funded projects including the SBC House. The visit coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Seychelles and China, highlighting a longstanding partnership and renewed momentum to future cooperation in areas that directly support national development and improve the lives of Seychellois citizens.

VICTORIA, Seychelles — The Chinese embassy in Seychelles hosted a special reception at the Eden Blue Hotel, Eden Island, yesterday…

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Gran Kaz Donates R20,000 to La Retraite Home for the Elderly as Part of 10 for 10 Campaign

January 22, 2025
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Minister of Home Affairs Errol Fonseka

VICTORIA, Seychelles — Gran Kaz has donated R20,000 to the La Retraite Home for the Elderly as part of its…

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St Agnes Chapel at Former Fiennes Institute Undergoes Renovation in Roche Caiman

January 22, 2025
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VICTORIA, Seychelles — The St Agnes Chapel, situated at the entrance of the former Fiennes Institute in Roche Caiman, is…

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University of Seychelles Hosts Symposium on Endemic Amphibians and Reptiles

January 21, 2025
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The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Dr Bernard Valentin as Chairperson of the University of Seychelles Council, effective 24th March 2026, for a period of three (3) years. Dr Valentin brings to this role a distinguished record of public health leadership and national service. He currently serves as Special Advisor to the Minister for Health and has over a decade of experience as Principal Secretary for Health, having held the position across two terms from 2011 to 2012 and from 2016 to 2025. During his tenure, he provided executive oversight to the National Institute of Health and Social Studies, contributing significantly to the strengthening of academic programmes and institutional development. His leadership experience spans multiple national bodies. Dr Valentin is currently Chairperson of the Seychelles Medical and Dental Council and also chairs the non-governmental organisation Patient Solidarity. Since 2018, he has served as a member of the Seychelles Qualifications Authority and previously sat on the University of Seychelles Council between 2016 and 2018. At the international level, he represented Seychelles on the Executive Board of the World Health Organisation for three years, reflecting his engagement in global health governance. Dr Valentin holds a medical degree from the University of Athens and a Master of Arts in Health Services Management with distinction from the University of Manchester. He also holds a combined diploma in Epidemiology, Statistics and Management from the University of Nairobi, as well as a Diploma in Addiction Studies from the University of Reunion. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dr Valentin has contributed to academic research, including coordinating the Seychelles component of an international study in collaboration with Lund University and the University of Rochester on the long-term public health effects of heavy metals on specific population groups. He has also co-authored a peer-reviewed article in the field of public health. Beyond his medical and policy career, Dr Valentin is an accomplished literary figure and a two-time laureate of the Antoine Abel Prize, Seychelles’ highest literary honour. Fluent in English, French, Greek, and Creole, he brings a unique combination of clinical expertise, administrative leadership, and cultural depth to the role. The Government welcomes Dr Valentin’s appointment and is confident that his extensive experience and leadership will contribute to the continued growth and strengthening of the University of Seychelles as a centre of academic excellence.

VICTORIA, Seychelles — The University of Seychelles, in collaboration with the Island Biodiversity and Conservation Centre, hosted a one-day symposium…

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