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Source: State House Seychelles | Nov 21, 2024

President Ramkalawan Arrives in Ghana for Landmark Official Visit

The visit coincides with the 100th Anniversary celebrations of King Prempeh I’s return from exile in Seychelles, underscoring historical ties between the two nations

Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by First Lady Linda Ramkalawan, received a warm reception upon landing at Accra’s Kotoka International Airport for his inaugural official visit to Ghana. The visit coincides with the 100th Anniversary celebrations of King Prempeh I’s return from exile in Seychelles, underscoring historical ties between the…

Source: State House Seychelles | Nov 19, 2024

President Ramkalawan on Official Visit to Ghana and join in the 100th Anniversary celebrations of King Prempeh I’s Return from exile in Seychelles

President Ramkalawan’s visit, scheduled from November 23 to 25, 2024, highlights the longstanding ties between Seychelles and Ghana

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, is set to undertake an official visit to the Republic of Ghana at the invitation of His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, President of Ghana. The visit will coincide with Ghana's commemoration of the 100th anniversary of King Prempeh I’s…

Source: State House Seychelles | Nov 16, 2024

Seychelles: Attorney General's (AG) Office Highlights Operations During Presidential Visit

The visit underscored the President's commitment to strengthening the justice system and supporting the Attorney General’s office in delivering timely and equitable justice

President Wavel Ramkalawan, who also serves as the Minister of Legal Affairs, visited the Attorney General's office at the Link Building yesterday afternoon, where he was warmly received by Attorney General Vinsent Perera. The President toured various departments within the office, gaining firsthand insight into their day-to-day operations. His visit…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Nov 12, 2024

Seychelles: President Ramkalawan sends congratulatory message to Prime Minister-elect Ramgoolam of Mauritius

Our engagement through the Indian Ocean Commission serves as a vital platform for fostering regional unity and addressing shared challenges

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, sent a message of congratulations to H.E. Mr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, on his election as the new Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius. In his message President Ramkalawan, stated “I am pleased to extend my warmest congratulations on your election…

Source: State House Seychelles | Nov 06, 2024

Seychelles: President Wavel Ramkalawan to Receive 2024 Africa Freedom Prize

The award recognizes his outstanding contributions to advancing democracy and freedom

The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) will honor President of the Republic of Seychelles, His Excellency Wavel Ramkalawan with the 2024 Africa Freedom Prize. The award recognizes his outstanding contributions to advancing democracy and freedom. The award ceremony will be held today the 6th November in Johannesburg, South Africa,…

Source: Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Nairobi, Kenya | Nov 05, 2024

European Union (EU)-Seychelles Partnership Week and Independence Day celebrations in the Seychelles

The inaugural event of the Partnership Week was a Chopin concert performed by Mr. Przemysław Lechowski, organized by the Embassy of Poland in cooperation with the EU Delegation

On 14-18 October 2024, Ambassador Mirosław Gojdź participated in the EU-Seychelles Partnership Week 2024 – an annual event with the participation of ambassadors of EU Member States accredited the Seychelles, representatives of the EU Delegation and the Seychelles administration. During the event, a number of high-level meetings were held with…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Nov 04, 2024

Seychelles: Foreign Affairs Department staff join the festivities for the Creole Festival

In the afternoon, attendees were treated to light entertainment, which included singing, dancing, and domino competitions

On 31st October 2024, the celebrations for the Creole Festival at the Foreign Affairs Department began with a beautiful serenade procession celebrating a newlywed couple. This was followed by a Creole buffet, where an assortment of dishes was prepared by staff from the Department’s various Divisions. In the afternoon, attendees…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Nov 02, 2024

Seychelles represented at the 23rd Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Summit of Heads of State and Government

The Summit witnessed the swearing-in of the COMESA Committee of Elders. Ambassador Marie-Pierre Lloyd, who was re-elected last year to serve a second term on the committee was also present

The 23rd COMESA Summit of Heads of State and Government and the Meeting of Ministers of Foreign Affairs took place in Bujumbura, Burundi, from 28th-31st October 2024. It coincided with the commemoration of the organisation’s 30th anniversary, being celebrated this year. President Ramkalawan was represented by Ambassador Claude Morel as Special Envoy…

Source: State House Seychelles | Nov 01, 2024

President Ramkalawan Welcomes Young Karate Champion Samuel Fanny to State House

The championship, held from October 3-5 in Tianjin, China, marked Samuel's debut in competitive karate

Yesterday, the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, welcomed young Seychellois karateka Samuel Fanny to State House in honour of his recent achievement as the world junior kata champion at the 1st World Junior Karate Championship. The championship, held from October 3-5 in Tianjin, China, marked Samuel's…

Source: State House Seychelles | Oct 28, 2024

Seychelles: Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024, Samoa

As the climate crisis intensifies, threatening the very existence of these island nations, platforms like CHOGM become crucial for amplifying the concerns and priorities of the world’s most vulnerable regions

On Friday, October 25, 2024, Vice President Afif, standing in for President Ramkalawan, participated in the inaugural ceremony of the 27th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Apia, Samoa. This year’s summit, titled "One Resilient Common Future: Transforming Our Commonwealth," focuses on resilience, sustainability, and unified action to confront…

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