Exploring the Benefits and Challenges Across Communities and Sectors The Seychelles Marine Spatial Plan (SMSP) is a cabinet-approved plan for Seychelles’ entire ocean space; from the mean high water mark seaward to the boundary of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Seychelles made history on 31st March 2025 when the SMSP was officially signed into law. […]
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On Tuesday, August 18, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change, and Environment held a meeting with Quest International University Malaysia at the Minister’s Secretariat office to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This agreement aims to enhance the curriculum at the Seychelles Institute of Agriculture and Horticulture (SIAH). As part of this initiative, the
Dr. Peter Chinwada, FAO International Plant Production Protection Specialist, from Harare, Zimbabwe, visited Seychelles from August 11 to 18, 2025, as part of his ongoing mission focused on the FAO Technical Programme ‘TCP/SEY/3901’of supporting the promotion of Integrated Pest Management in response to climate change in the Seychelles. As the main facilitator of this initiative,
“Coastal Biodiversity & Climate Buffer” The International Day for the Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems is being observed by many tropical and sub-tropical nations and islands around the world to promote the value of mangroves in the environmental ecosystem and to increase awareness of how their disappearance could have disastrous effects on communities around the world,
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“Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future” Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe – The official launch of the Southern Africa Ramsar Regional Initiative (SARRI) at Ramsar COP15 on 24 July 2025 marks a critical step towards strengthening wetland conservation efforts across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. This landmark event will highlight the vital role of wetlands in
Efforts to boost vanilla production in Seychelles took a step forward last week with a technical mission led by Carine Charron, a consultant from CIRAD (Centre for International Cooperation in Agricultural Research for Development) based in Réunion Island. During her one-week mission, Ms. Charron held a courtesy meeting with the Principal Secretary for Agriculture and
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””]Roche Caiman, Saturday 28 June 2025 – The National Day Agricultural and Food Fair was officially launched this weekend at the Roche Caiman sports complex, marking a vibrant celebration of Seychelles’ agricultural achievements and rich food culture. The two-day event was opened in the presence of President Wavel Ramkalawan, Vice President Ahmed Afif, members
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A significant chapter in Seychelles’ environmental journey was marked last Friday with a ceremonial event held at the Eden Bleu Hotel, celebrating the conclusion of the planning phase of the Seychelles Marine Spatial Plan (SMSP). Attended by Vice President Ahmed Afif, Principal Minister and Minister for the Department of Fisheries and the Blue Economy, Mr.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The Minister of Agriculture, Environment, and Climate Change, Mr Flavien Joubert, led a delegation to the third UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3), co-hosted by France and Costa Rica, in Nice from June 9 to 13, 2025. This year the conference focuses on boosting efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 14 – Life Below Water, one
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]At the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) in Nice, Seychelles reaffirmed its global leadership in an inclusive and sustainable blue economy. Minister Flavien Joubert – Minister for Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment delivered an intervention on behalf of the island nation, articulating a strategic, forward-looking vision for sustainable development, marine conservation, and
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