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President Herminie Engages Seychelles Community in the United Arab Emirates

The meeting brought together Seychellois citizens living, working, and studying in the UAE, providing a valuable opportunity for direct interaction with the Head of State

The President of the Republic, Dr. Patrick Herminie, met with members of the Seychelles community residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during a community engagement event held yesterday on the margins of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026, which the President is attending.  The meeting brought together Seychellois citizens…

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Seychelles: Public Advisory on Fake Accounts Using President Herminie's Profile

Public vigilance helps protect our community from scams and misinformation

The Office of the President advises the public to exercise caution when engaging with online profiles claiming to represent President Patrick Herminie. We have noted the emergence of fake accounts and posts promoting fraudulent offers, including housing schemes and payments. We remind citizens that the President does not conduct private…

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Appointment of the Secretary of State for Mental Health Care

Mrs. Naiken holds a Master of Psychotherapy and Counselling from the University of Adelaide and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology from Edith Cowan University

The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Mrs. Beryl Naiken as the Secretary of State for Mental Health Care. Mrs. Naiken holds a Master of Psychotherapy and Counselling from the University of Adelaide and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology from Edith Cowan University. She is currently…

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Seychelles: State House Reaffirms Its Full Respect for Former Heads of State and for the Legal Provisions That Guarantee Their Security and Dignity

Statutory security arrangements for former Presidents remain fully in place, and there is no information suggesting any risk to former Presidents or their families

Routine national security assessments have identified the need for a heightened level of vigilance in relation to the security of President Herminie. In response, the Defence Forces are reviewing and adjusting standard protective measures to ensure the safety of the President and the uninterrupted functioning of State institutions. These actions…

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Appointment of the Chief Executive Officer of the Enterprise Seychelles Agency (ESA)

Ms. Cedras’s appointment as Chief Executive Officer of the Enterprise Seychelles Agency (ESA) took effect on 12th January 2026

The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Ms. Dylis Cedras as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Enterprise Seychelles Agency (ESA). Ms. Cedras holds a Master’s degree in Business Management from the University of the West of Scotland and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration…

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President Herminie to Attend Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, Advancing Seychelles–United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sustainability Cooperation

During the mission, President Herminie will deliver the keynote address at the Blue Forum

The President of the Republic, Dr. Patrick Herminie, will travel to Abu Dhabi this weekend to participate in Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, a major global platform dedicated to advancing sustainability, climate action, and economic transformation. The President will be joined by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the…

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President Herminie Presents Instruments of Appointment to Six New Ambassadors of the Republic of Seychelles

The Government of Seychelles extends its best wishes to the newly appointed Ambassadors as they assume their duties in service of the Republic

The President of the Republic, Dr. Patrick Herminie, today presented Instruments of Appointment to six newly appointed Ambassadors of the Republic of Seychelles during a formal ceremony held at State House. The Ambassadors appointed are Mr. Jacques Belle, Mr. Terry Romain, Mrs. Jacqueline Moustache-Belle, Mr. André Pool, Mr. Patrick Victor,…

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Appointment of Director General of the Seychelles Intelligence Service

The general functions of the Seychelles Intelligence Service are to establish mechanisms for detecting any threats to the security of Seychelles and its institutions, and to protect the security of Seychelles

The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Mr. Sabry Khan as Director General of the Seychelles Intelligence Service (SIS). The appointment follows recommendations made to the President by the National Security Council, and following consultation with the Defence and Security Committee of the National Assembly. The…

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Appointment of the Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles National Youth Council

At the time of his appointment as Chief Executive Officer of SNYC, Mr. Pierre was serving as Grants Coordinator at the Seychelles Conservation and Climate Adaptation Trust (SEYCCAT)

The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Mr. Michel Raymond Pierre as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles National Youth Council (SNYC), with effect from 1 January 2026. Mr. Pierre brings extensive experience in youth development, governance, stakeholder engagement, and programme management. He has…

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President Dr. Patrick Herminie Holds Talks with Island Conservation Society on the Future of Seychelles’ Islands, Including Assumption Island

Discussions centred on ICS’s ongoing conservation programmes, including island restoration, biodiversity protection and community engagement initiatives

President of the Republic, Dr. Patrick Herminie, today received a courtesy call at State House from representatives of the Island Conservation Society (ICS), as the organisation celebrates 25 years of dedicated conservation work in Seychelles. The delegation, led by the Chairman of the Society, Mr. Adrian Skerrett, reflected on a…