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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 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...
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...
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...
Prince William's three-word vow to Kate Middleton that he made on paradise island after split
The Mirror US
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July 1, 2025
Prince William and Princess Kate have now been married for 13 years, with thousands tuning into their fairytale wedding at Westminster Abbey in the spring of 2011. But their love story very nearly didn't have a happy ending. The former university...
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...
On Sustainable Population Growth: Human Values
The Good Men Project - California
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July 1, 2025
“Population growth can exacerbate environmental degradation when it increases pressure on natural resources and generates more waste and emissions. Sustainable development requires policies that balance population trends with economic growth,...
5 Years Later, Avatar: The Last Airbender & Legend of Korra Stars Refuse to Discuss 'The Project That Shall Not Be Named'
Comic Book Resources (CBR)
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June 30, 2025
Multiple stars of Nickelodeon's The Legend of Korra avoid opening up about "The Project That Shall Not Be Named." During a recent appearance on Braving the Elements, the official rewatch podcast for all things Avatar: The Last Airbender, Seychelle...
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...
Seychelles welcomes new luxury property with AVANI+ Barbarons Resort
Seychelles Nation
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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
Trade Arabia
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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
Tourism Breaking News (UAE)
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June 11, 2025
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...
First In, Last Out: Indian Navy’s Lifesaving Role in Indo-Pacific Crisis Response
Sunday Guardian Live
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July 1, 2025
New Delhi: In an era where geopolitical tensions and natural calamities often converge in the Indo-Pacific, the Indian Navy has emerged as a beacon of timely and reliable humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR). From cyclones and...
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,...