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Livestock production in Seychelles: current challenges and future vision
Livestock production in Seychelles: current challenges and future vision The pig production trend over the last ten years was upward, from 431 tonnes in 2015 to 701 tonnes in 2023; it slowed in 2024 to 676.0 tonnes. During 2023 and 2024, the pork...

Seychelles Trading Corporation launches US$8M cold storage facility
SEYCHELLES – A new cold storage facility built by the Seychelles Trading Corporation (STC) officially opens in Bois de Rose, aiming to improve the country’s ability to store and distribute food. The facility, which cost approximately US$8.1...

Boating Industry reveals 2025 Women Making Waves
Now in its eighth year, Women Making Waves is Boating Industry’s effort to recognize the multitude of women who make incredibly valuable contributions to this industry, propelling its growth and leading their organizations and peers into the...
The Seychelles: A Historical Perspective
The Seychelles archipelago between 4 and 10 degrees south of the Equator lies in the western Indian Ocean between Madagascar and India. The collective landmass of the 115 granite and coral islands is 455km2, and this is quite minuscule in...

7 unusual getaways less than 4 hours from Dubai to travel to this long weekend
The upcoming long weekend is the perfect opportunity to trade Dubai’s glittering skyline for an unforgettable getaway—and you don’t need to venture far to experience something extraordinary. Whether you’re craving pristine beaches, misty...

Island Icon Reimagined: Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles Reopens on Mahé’s West Coast
Reopening on 16 June, Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles returns to Mahé's pristine west coast with a bold new look and fresh energy. Following a full-scale transformation, the reimagined resort blends effortless natural beauty with contemporary design,...

Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles Reopens on Mahé’s West Coast
Reopening on 16 June, Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles returns to Mahé’s pristine west coast with a bold new look and fresh energy. Following a full-scale transformation, the reimagined resort blends effortless natural beauty with contemporary design,...
Seychelles welcomes new luxury property with AVANI+ Barbarons Resort
Seychelles welcomes new luxury property with AVANI+ Barbarons Resort Seychelles welcomes a new era of refined luxury and elevated guest experiences as AVANI Seychelles Barbarons Resort officially reopens its doors under a new identity – AVANI+...
Seychelles connects with Bahrain’s travel industry
Tourism Seychelles Middle East Office recently held a targeted Travel Trade Networking Event in Bahrain. The event, on May 29 at the Jumeirah Gulf of Bahrain, brought together 25 attendees, including travel trade professionals and media...

Seychelles connects with Bahrain’s travel industry ahead of Summer Travel
Post Views: 91 Tourism Seychelles Middle East Office successfully held a targeted Travel Trade Networking Event recently in Bahrain. The event brought together 25 key attendees, including travel trade professionals. This event in Bahrain marks the...
Air Seychelles implements new network planning and optimisation platform
The agreement follows a successful trial period during which Air Seychelles saw significant enhancements in its commercial planning and decision-making processes. AIRPMx is a comprehensive Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed to...

Mauritius Tourism And Hospitality Industry To Showcase Growth And Investment Opportunities At The API Mauritius & Indian Ocean Property Investment Forum
(MENAFN- APO Group) As Mauritius prepares to host the 3rd Annual API Mauritius&Indian Ocean Property Investment Forum on 26 June, industry leaders highlight the island's pioneering role in sustainable tourism and hospitality development across the...

DIY Seychelles successfully launches CleantoGleam premium marine products
DIY Seychelles successfully launches CleantoGleam premium marine products DIY Seychelles Ltd has successfully introduced CleantoGleam – an internationally renowned line of premium boat care products – to the local market. The launch event, held at...

Coral reef restoration gets boost in Seychelles
A new project aims to breed genetically diverse reefs to protect these vital habitats from climate change. Non-profit organisation Nature Seychelles has teamed up with Coral Spawning Lab and Canon EMEA for a new project aimed at restoring and...

Maldives crowned ultimate honeymoon destination in new UK travel data
In an era where the quest for the perfect “romantic getaway” has surged by 83% in global Google searches year-on-year, the Maldives has been unequivocally named the top destination for newlyweds. According to new UK search and booking data from...

New Seychelles Hospital
Environment Social Committee pushes fundraising gala to June 20 By Anika Cathene Mark your calendars for Friday June 20, 2025, as the Environment Social Committee under the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change & Environment is set to host a...

Seychelles: President Ramkalawan Inaugurates Eve Island Marine Fuelling Station On Praslin
(MENAFN- African Press Organization) VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 6, 2025/APO Group/ -- President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, officially inaugurated the Eve Island Marine Fuelling Station on Praslin this Friday morning,...

Crypto News Roundup: Bitcoin Flat as Fed Delays Cuts, Iran Crypto Hack Burns $90M, Solana ETF Filings Pile Up
It’s been a roller coaster week for the cryptocurrency market. Macroeconomic headwinds have kept prices range-bound, while geopolitical hotspots and institutional ETF activity have sent new signals across the space. From the Federal Reserve...

Marine energy: Harnessing the power of the Atlantic
Issue Brief June 10, 2025 • 9:02 am ET Print this page Marine energy: Harnessing the power of the Atlantic By William Yancey Brown Following a decade-long partnership, the Policy Center for the New South and the Atlantic Council have joined forces...

Africa: Interconnected power systems key to energy security aims
Political instability, infrastructure gaps and regulatory fragmentation continue to hamper energy trading across Africa. At Enlit Africa 2025, held in Cape Town, South Africa, an expert panel delved into the transformative potential of...