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The World Energy Day, first established by the World Energy Forum in 2012, serves as an important reminder of the central role energy plays in every aspect of our lives from powering our homes, schools, and hospitals to driving our economy and enabling national development. It also reminds us of the shared global responsibility to […]

Download Minister’s Message Theme: “Hand in Hand for a Better Food and a Better Future” Today, we join the global community in commemorating the 45th observance of World Food Day, a moment that unites humanity around one of our most fundamental needs food. This year’s celebration is especially meaningful as it coincides with the 80th

The High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of India to the Republic of Seychelles, H.E. Mr. Rohit Rathish, paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment, Mr. Flavien Joubert, at his office at the Oliaji Trade Centre on Friday, 26th September. Minister Joubert warmly congratulated His Excellency on the submission of

Nou Salte i Nou Responsabilite Sa lannen nou pe selebre 27enm kanpanny Netwayaz Lemonn, mon oule ankouraz sak sitwayen po reflekte lo zot responsabilite dan proteksyon ek prezervasyon nou lanvironnman. Pandan sa bann lannen, avek sipor gouvernman, bann Lorganizasyon Nongouvernmantal, group kominoter ek bann endividi, nou’n fer bokou progre pou ogmant konsyans e ankouraz aksyon

The Minister for Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment, Mr. Flavien Joubert, met this morning with the outgoing Ambassador of France to Seychelles, H.E. Olivia Berkeley Christmann, as she concludes her three-year tenure in the country. During their discussion, Minister Joubert and Ambassador Christmann reflected on the strong partnership between Seychelles and France, particularly in areas

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.

“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,

“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

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