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Seychelles and RISE Advance Sustainable Ports for Small Island States
The Maritime Executive
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[By Mikael Lind, Rajelle Barbe, Sandra Haraldson, Wolfgang Lehmacher, Daniel Adam, David Bianchi, Chrystold Chetty, Sony Payet, Phillippa Samson, and Lennart Swenson] On 6 May 2025, the Seychelles Port Authority (SPA) and Sweden’s RISE have signed...
Global tourism on the rise, though industry grapples with challenges
Consultancy.org
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July 10, 2025
The global tourism and travel (T&T) sector will contribute around $16 trillion to the world’s GDP by 2034, when it hits 30 billion trips yearly. That is according to a report from the World Economic Forum, in collaboration with Kearney and the...
Diageo completes sale of majority stake in Seychelles Breweries
Drinks International Magazine
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July 9, 2025
Credit: Unsplash 09 July, 2025 Diageo has completed the sale of its 54.4% shareholding in Seychelles Breweries to Phoenix Beverages Limited, a subsidiary of Mauritius-based IBL Group. Seychelles Breweries will continue the production and...
Diageo completes sale of Seychelles Breweries majority stake
The Drinks Business
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July 8, 2025
Diageo has sold the majority of its shares in Seychelles Breweries to IBL Group subsidiary Phoenix Beverages for US$80 million. Diageo first revealed plans to sell its 54.4% shareholding in Seychelles Breweries to Mauritius-based Phoenix Beverages...
World News | Seychelles: INS Teg's Port Call Features Vibrant Professional, Cultural Engagements
Latestly
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July 3, 2025
Victoria [Seychelles], July 3 (ANI): Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Teg's port call to Seychelles saw interactions across several fronts. The highlights of the port call, were shared by the Spokesperson of the Indian Navy on Wednesday. In a...
Seychelles dusts Nigeria, South Africa, others as it recieves 33% of Africa’s blockchain funding
Techpoint Africa
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June 25, 2025
Seychelles has emerged as the undisputed leader in terms of funding for African blockchain businesses. According to the latest African Blockchain Report by CV VC, the country received 31% ($38.35 million) of all blockchain funding on the...
World Bank Group Appoints New Division Director For Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros And Seychelles
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) The World Bank Group has appointed Fily Sissoko as the new Division Director for Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros, and Seychelles, effective today. He succeeds Idah Pswarayi-Riddihough, who held the position for the...
Seychelles Trading Corporation launches US$8M cold storage facility
Food Business Africa Magazine
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June 17, 2025
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...
President Ramkalawan Attends Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony For New Seychelles Public Transport Company (SPTC) Depot On Praslin
MENAFN
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June 26, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) President Wavel Ramkalawan attended the foundation stone laying ceremony and unveiling of a commemorative plaque for the new Seychelles Public Transport Company (SPTC) depot on Île Eve, Baie Ste Anne, Praslin, on Thursday...
Veteran trade unionist Michael Seychell dies, aged 85
The Malta Independent
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Michael Seychell, a leading figure in Malta's trade union movement throughout much of the 20th century, passed away on Wednesday night at the age of 85. The news was shared by his son, Peter Seychell, in a Facebook post, where he also announced...
Former prominent trade unionist Michael Seychell dies, aged 85
Times of Malta
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June 26, 2025
Updated 10.19am with PN statement Former prominent trade unionist Michael Seychell died on Wednesday night, aged 85, his family has said. Born in Cospicua on February 3, 1940, Seychell joined the dockyard as an apprentice and was elected assistant...
Top 5 Industries Benefiting From Best Private Custom Tours And Why People Should Invest Now
MENAFN
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June 24, 2025
(MENAFN- GetNews) In today's rapidly evolving travel landscape, the demand for Private Custom Tours has surged, presenting lucrative opportunities across various sectors. According to the latest reports by the World Travel & Tourism Council, the...
Canon, Coral Spawning Lab and Nature Seychelles team up to regenerate coral reefs
Seychelles Nation
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Canon, Coral Spawning Lab and Nature Seychelles team up to regenerate coral reefs Canon EMEA is partnering with Nature Seychelles, a leading non-profit organisation in the Western Indian Ocean, and the Coral Spawning Lab (CSL), to lead a...
Livestock production in Seychelles: current challenges and future vision
Seychelles Nation
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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...
Boating Industry reveals 2025 Women Making Waves
Boating Industry
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June 18, 2025
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
Diplomacy & Beyond Plus
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June 17, 2025
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...
Island Icon Reimagined: Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles Reopens on Mahé’s West Coast
Hospitality Net
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June 16, 2025
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
Rus Tourism News
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June 16, 2025
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,...
Kandima Maldives appoints Mohamed Iujaz Zuhair as Resort Manager
Hotelier Maldives
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July 11, 2025
Kandima Maldives has announced the appointment of Mohamed Iujaz Zuhair as the new Resort Manager. With a career spanning over 14 years in the luxury hospitality industry, Iujaz is set to lead the island resort’s operations and guest experience...
PM Modi embarks on Africa & Latin America tour; Know more about the longest foreign trip in 11 years
Organiser Weekly
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In a bold diplomatic manoeuvre aimed at deepening energy ties, strengthening defence partnerships, cultural ties and expanding India’s presence across two continents, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on an eight-day, five-nation tour...