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News Seychelles: Seychelles: Justice Mathilda Twomey sworn into office

Published on: Thursday 14 April 2011
Seychelles: Justice Mathilda Twomey sworn into office
News source: https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seychelles-justice-mathilda-twomey-sworn-into-office/

Mrs. Mathilda Twomey has been sworn into office as Justice of the Court of Appeal in a ceremony at State House, Victoria, the capital of Seychelles, which was presided over by President James Michel.

News Seychelles: How the Seychelles is racing to become the world’s safest destination

Published on: Wednesday 24 March 2021
How the Seychelles is racing to become the world’s safest destination
News source: https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/seychelles-reopens-to-travelers/

The Indian Ocean island destination is reopening to all visitors, apart from travelers from South Africa, with the hope of turning things around after seeing its revenues from tourism drop by 62% last year due to the pandemic.

News Seychelles: In 1973, Christopher Cadbury funded the £40,000 purchase of a Seychelles island stripped for coconuts and seabird eggs; today over 1 million seabirds breed there each year

Published on: Sunday 30 August 2026
In 1973, Christopher Cadbury funded the £40,000 purchase of a Seychelles island stripped for coconuts and seabird eggs; today over 1 million seabirds breed there each year
News source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/in-1973-christopher-cadbury-funded-the-40000-purchase-of-a-seychelles-island-stripped-for-coconuts-and-seabird-eggs-today-over-1-million-seabirds-breed-there-each-year/articleshow/133648460.cms

For decades, the small island of Aride in the Seychelles was treated less as a wildlife sanctuary and more as a source of income. Its forests were cleared for cultivation, coconut plantations covered ...

News Seychelles: Seychelles ministerial delegation visits Cusat

Published on: Friday 28 August 2026
Seychelles ministerial delegation visits Cusat
News source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kochi/seychelles-ministerial-delegation-visits-cusat/articleshow/133596918.cms

Kochi: A ministerial delegation from Seychelles, led by minister for fisheries, agriculture and blue economy Wallace Cosgrow, visited Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) on Friday. The ...

News Seychelles: Seychelles is home to spectacular snorkeling spots!

Published on: Thursday 27 August 2026
Seychelles is home to spectacular snorkeling spots!
News source: https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/lifestyle/snorkel-in-seychelles-top-spots-and-tips/story

Baie Ternay National Marine Park on Mahe Island offers some of the best snorkeling experiences in Seychelles. The park is home to rich coral gardens, and a plethora of marine life, including rays and ...

News Seychelles: India hands over five radial laser boats to Seychelles are defence, maritime partnership deepens

Published on: Tuesday 11 August 2026
India hands over five radial laser boats to Seychelles are defence, maritime partnership deepens
News source: https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/india-hands-over-five-radial-laser-boats-to-seychelles-are-defence-maritime-partnership-deepens/

Continuing to strengthen the growing maritime partnership, India on Tuesday handed over five laser radial-class boats to the Seychelles Defence Forces.

News Seychelles: The bird on the Seychelles’ 25-rupee note once had only 12 survivors on one island; after another decline, conservationists helped rebuild it to around 280 across five islands

Published on: Monday 10 August 2026
The bird on the Seychelles’ 25-rupee note once had only 12 survivors on one island; after another decline, conservationists helped rebuild it to around 280 across five islands
News source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/us/news/the-bird-on-the-seychelles-25-rupee-note-once-had-only-12-survivors-on-one-island-after-another-decline-conservationists-helped-rebuild-it-to-around-280-across-five-islands/articleshow/133144937.cms

Discover the remarkable recovery story of the Seychelles magpie-robin, once on the brink of extinction with only 12 individuals left. Explore conservation efforts that helped increase their population to 280 across five islands and the ongoing challenges they face.

News Seychelles: Seychelles declares state of emergency after explosion, floods

Published on: Wednesday 06 December 2023
Seychelles declares state of emergency after explosion, floods
News source: https://www.ecr.co.za/news/news/seychelles-declares-state-emergency-explosion-floods/

Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan declared a state of emergency on Thursday, ordering all citizens except essential workers to stay at home, after an explosion at a store and flooding due to heavy rainfall, the presidency said in a statement.

News Seychelles: In 1987, a British naturalist became the first professional warden of a remote Seychelles island; a year later 29 endangered warblers were moved there and established a new ...

Published on: Saturday 15 August 2026
In 1987, a British naturalist became the first professional warden of a remote Seychelles island; a year later 29 endangered warblers were moved there and established a new ...
News source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/in-1987-a-british-naturalist-became-the-first-professional-warden-of-a-remote-seychelles-island-a-year-later-29-endangered-warblers-were-moved-there-and-established-a-new-population/articleshow/133267208.cms

In 1987, British naturalist Ian Bullock arrived on remote Aride Island in the Seychelles to become its first professional warden. Just one year later, the groundwork he established helped make ...

News Seychelles: La Digue: The Seychelles' tropical biking paradise

Published on: Friday 22 April 2022
La Digue: The Seychelles' tropical biking paradise
News source: https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20220421-la-digue-the-seychelles-tropical-biking-paradise

There are more bicycles than cars on La Digue, a 10-sq-km island that is doing everything it can to save itself – and one rare bird species – from overtourism. La Digue is arguably one of the most ...

News Seychelles: Why do Seychelles beaches look so clear from above?

Published on: Wednesday 15 July 2026
Why do Seychelles beaches look so clear from above?
News source: https://www.msn.com/en-ca/weather/general/why-do-seychelles-beaches-look-so-clear-from-above/vi-AA27XVXG

Seychelles From Above With Clear Water And Granite Shores captures a bright tropical view where turquoise sea, white sand, palm trees, and giant granite rocks meet along the coastline. The film shows shallow water changing into deeper blue ocean, with coral patches visible beneath the surface and thick green forest rising behind the beach. This view feels especially engaging because Seychelles has a coastline that looks different from many other tropical islands, with smooth boulders sitting directly beside calm water and soft sand. Smooth aerial footage and calming music create a peaceful travel mood while keeping the natural beauty of the island as the main focus. Viewers can enjoy Seychelles through clear water, granite shores, tropical greenery, quiet beaches, and wide ocean views from above.

News Seychelles: Seychelles Is The World’s Top Eco-Tourism Destination Per U.S. News, But Does It Deserve The Crown?

Published on: Monday 08 June 2026
Seychelles Is The World’s Top Eco-Tourism Destination Per U.S. News, But Does It Deserve The Crown?
News source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/emesemaczko/2026/06/08/seychelles-is-the-worlds-top-eco-tourism-destination-but-does-it-deserve-the-crown/

How can a remote luxury island destination that most travelers reach by plane be called the world’s top eco-tourism destination? I interviewed three travel experts to find out.

News Seychelles: Seychelles: Check Locations, History, Geography, and Relations between India & Seychelles

Published on: Tuesday 10 February 2026
Seychelles: Check Locations, History, Geography, and Relations between India & Seychelles
News source: https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/seychelles-locations-history-geography-india-relations-1820006290-1

Seychelles history, geography, India relations, MAHASAGAR Vision, maritime security, development partnership 2026.

News Seychelles: Saltwater crocodiles once crossed an ocean to reach the Seychelles

Published on: Monday 02 February 2026
Saltwater crocodiles once crossed an ocean to reach the Seychelles
News source: https://www.earth.com/news/saltwater-crocodiles-once-crossed-an-ocean-to-reach-the-seychelles/

Over time, Crocodylus porosus achieved one of the widest ranges among reptiles. Before extinction in Seychelles, the species stretched more than 12,000 kilometers from Pacific islands to the western ...

News Seychelles: Seychelles Mosquito Virus Outbreak: What To Know About Chikungunya

Published on: Friday 13 February 2026
Seychelles Mosquito Virus Outbreak: What To Know About Chikungunya
News source: https://www.newsweek.com/seychelles-mosquito-virus-outbreak-chikungunya-what-to-know-11519695

Travel advisories have been issued for the Seychelles, Bolivia, Cuba, Suriname and Sri Lanka due to chikungunya outbreaks.

News Seychelles: The Government of Seychelles Launches the “SeyID” Project, the National Digital Identity Platform Developed by WISeKey

Published on: Sunday 30 October 2022
The Government of Seychelles Launches the “SeyID” Project, the National Digital Identity Platform Developed by WISeKey
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/government-seychelles-launches-seyid-project-060000682.html

The Government of Seychelles Launches the “SeyID” Project, the National Digital Identity Platform Developed by WISeKey The SeyID platform empowers key initiatives in Seychelles for eGovernment and will be made available for applications in private sector, such as eBanking Video NASDAQ Tower at Times Square https://youtu.be/z2BjqyfMRK0 Victoria (Seychelles), Geneva (Switzerland) – October 31, 2022 – The Government of Seychelles announced officially today the launch of the SeyID Platform, develope

News Seychelles: 32 more Zambian teachers off to Seychelles to help address shortage

Published on: Sunday 04 August 2019
32 more Zambian teachers off to Seychelles to help address shortage
News source: https://www.lusakatimes.com/2019/08/05/32-more-zambian-teachers-off-to-seychelles-to-help-address-shortage/

The new teachers will join 43 Zambians already teaching in public schools on Seychelles’ three main islands, Mahe, Praslin and La Digue. The memorandum of understanding was signed on Saturday morning ...

News Seychelles: Delegation visits to strengthen Indonesia – Seychelles cooperation

Published on: Monday 28 January 2019
Delegation visits to strengthen Indonesia – Seychelles cooperation
News source: https://www.eturbonews.com/243866/delegation-visits-to-strengthen-indonesia-seychelles-cooperation/

Their second day was on Praslin inland before returning to Mahe for their last two days. Aditya Dwi Saoutro said at a lunch in Victoria that the delegation were overtaken by the beauty of Seychelles ...