Seychelles group brings claim against India over cancelled slum tender

The Dharavi slum in Mumbai Five years after it was first threatened, the Seychelles-based SecLink Group has said it will proceed with arbitration against India in Dubai over the cancellation of a tender to redevelop a vast Mumbai slum. Register...

Coach Mckinstry reveals squad today prior to Gabon, Seychelles clashes

#Sports Oct 2, 2025, 12:18 PM | Article By: Lamin Darboe Head Coach of The Gambia senior national team Jonathan Mckinstry will today, Thursday, 2nd October 2025 reveal his squad ahead of his side's 2026 World Cup qualifier matches against Gabon...

Where is hot in October? Best holiday destinations for autumn sun in 2025

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Ranked: The World’s Most Innovative Countries in 2025

Ranked: The World’s Most Innovative Countries in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways This...

DFCC Bank Launches Sri Lanka’s First Blue Bond to Protect Oceans

Colombo, Oct. 1 – In a landmark step for sustainable finance, DFCC Bank has launched Sri Lanka’s first-ever Blue Bond, a Rs. 3 billion issuance dedicated to protecting marine and coastal resources. The bond, expected to receive an ‘A(EXP)(lka)’...

Our pick of the world’s best cruise lines to suit every style of traveller

Choosing a cruise can be complicated. There are countless lines and ships to choose from and each has its own appeal and target audience. Some go all-out to entertain families, with kids’ clubs, extravagant theatre shows, water slides and...

Beautiful islands with 'best beaches in the world' that are 30C in November

Seychelles is known for its stunning beaches and waters(Image: Алексей Облов via Getty Images) October and November are the ideal months to jet off to the stunning island nation of Seychelles in the Indian Ocean, with the weather still balmy but...

Seychelles Heads to Run-Off Presidential Vote

Seychelles is preparing to conduct a rerun of its presidential elections between the two primary candidates, as no decisive winner was announced. Opposition leader Patrick Herminie received 48.8% of the votes compared to incumbent President Wavel...

Sports, the unstoppable force uniting Seychelles

Sports, the unstoppable force uniting Seychelles As Seychelles moves through a vibrant yet often tense election period, one force continues to rise above political divides and bring the nation together, and that is sports. Recent landmark events...

Qair starts construction of floating solar plant in Seychelles

Qair has launched construction of the Seysun Lagoon floating photovoltaics (PV) plant, a 5.8 MW project located in the Providence Lagoon on Mahé Island, Seychelles. The ceremony was held in the presence of Flavien Joubert, Minister of Agriculture,...

Seychelles Presidential Election Heads to Runoff After Tight Race

Seychelles’ presidential election is set for a runoff after no candidate secured the required majority in the first round. According to the electoral commission, the incumbent President Wavel Ramkalawan of the Linyon Demokratik...

DFCC Bank issues Sri Lanka’s first Blue Bond

DFCC Bank has launched Sri Lanka’s first-ever Blue Bond, a Rs. 3 billion issuance dedicated to financing projects that protect and sustain the country’s ocean resources. The Blue Bond, carrying an expected rating of ‘A(EXP)(lka)’ from Fitch...

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Inside The 5 Best New Hotels Of 2025, As Chosen By The Michelin Guide The Michelin Guide isn’t just about restaurants anymore—it’s also curating where you should rest your head after a Michelin-starred meal. This year, its inspectors named five...

Seychelles: Runoff To Decide Presidency After First Round Stalemate

Home Africa Seychelles: Runoff To Decide Presidency After First Round Stalemate Neither candidate surpassed the 50% threshold required for an outright victory in the first round. The electoral commission said on Sunday that Seychelles’...

Seychelles Presidential Elections 2025: What Is At Stake For India?

The 2025 presidential elections in Seychelles have entered a decisive phase, with results now forcing a runoff between the leading contenders. For Seychelles’ external partners—particularly India—the outcome holds significant implications for...

Top 7 most attractive African countries for retirees in 2025

With island nations offering quality healthcare, countries boasting vibrant cultures and affordable living, and governments rolling out favorable visa policies, more retirees are now looking south of the equator for their golden years. Blessed...

Hapag-Lloyd Previews Deployment for 2028 With 127 Routes

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has unveiled a preview of 127 routes across its now fully bilingual fleet, inviting travelers to explore extraordinary destinations, culinary moments and expedition experiences in 2028. Guests can place non-binding pre-bookings...

Seychelles to hold presidential election run-off

Seychelles will hold a run-off between the top two presidential candidates after neither won a clear majority in election results on Sunday. Opposition leader Patrick Herminie narrowly won the vote against President Wavel Ramkalawan by 48.8...

International sports brief

South Africa stripped of World Cup qualifying points over ineligible player South Africa have been stripped of three points in their World Cup qualifying campaign for fielding an ineligible player, denting their hopes of reaching next year’s...

Seychelles presidential vote going to runoff, electoral commission says

VICTORIA (Reuters) -The Seychelles presidential election will go to a runoff between opposition leader Patrick Herminie and incumbent President Wavel Ramkalawan after no clear winner emerged in the first round of voting, the electoral commission...