Seychelles to hold rerun presidential election after no outright winner

Trying to prevent United Seychelles from returning to power, Ramkalawan seeks a second term as the leader of Africa’s smallest country. His governing Linyon Demokratik Seselwa party campaigned on economic recovery, social development and...

Seychelles to hold rerun presidential election after no outright winner

VICTORIA, Seychelles (AP) — With no outright winner in Seychelles’ presidential electio n, the country will hold a rerun vote between the two main contenders, the electoral authority said Sunday. Opposition figure Patrick Herminie received 48.8%...

Seychelles votes in general election dominated by economy, environment and drug crisis

The people of Seychelles voted Saturday in an election to choose a new leader and parliament, with President Wavel Ramkalawan seeking a second term in Africa’s smallest country. Ramkalawan's chief political rival, Patrick Herminie of the United...

Seychelles President Ramkalawan seeks second term as people vote in African tourist haven

A police officer casts his vote at the English River School in Victoria, Seychelles. | Photo Credit: AP The people of Seychelles voted on Saturday (September 27, 2025) in an election to choose a new leader and Parliament, with President Wavel...

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Seychelles president seeks a second term as people vote in African tourist haven

Seychelles, Mauritius Lead Africa’s Quality of Life Rankings for 2025

A new United Nations report spotlights a remarkable surge in the quality of life across several African nations. The 2025 Human Development Index reveals that countries like Seychelles and Mauritius are leading the charge, having...

Seychelles president seeks a second term as people vote in African tourist haven

VICTORIA, Seychelles (AP) — The people of Seychelles voted Saturday in an election to choose a new leader and parliament, with President Wavel Ramkalawan seeking a second term in Africa’s smallest country. Ramkalawan’s chief political rival,...

Seychelles votes amidst backdrop of drug and environmental concerns

Early voting has commenced across the island nation of Seychelles, setting the stage for a pivotal election where voters are weighing pressing domestic issues like a worsening drug crisis and environmental threats as they choose their next...

World Reuters 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...

Seychelles Begins Three-Day Voting in Pivotal Presidential and Parliamentary Elections

On Thursday, September 25, 2025, the small but strategically significant Indian Ocean archipelago of Seychelles commenced a three-day voting period for its closely contested presidential and parliamentary elections. Polling stations across the...

World : Seychelles Presidential Election Heads To Runoff As No Candidate Wins Majority

VICTORIA, Sept. 28 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- The Electoral Commission of Seychelles announced Sunday that the country will proceed to a runoff presidential election, as no candidate secured more than half of the votes in the first round, Xinhua...

Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan Seeks Re-Election Amid Economic Recovery and Challenges

Victoria, Seychelles – September 25, 2025 In a highly anticipated announcement, Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan has confirmed his candidacy for re-election in the upcoming presidential election scheduled for October 2025. Ramkalawan, who...

Seychelles holds early voting as many worry about a drug crisis and environment

VICTORIA, Seychelles -- Early voting started Thursday across Seychelles as concerns over a drug crisis and environmental challenges facing the nation weigh heavily on the minds of many as they choose a new president and parliament. President Wavel...

Seychelles to vote with sovereignty, environment and drugs on agenda

Voting has begun in the Seychelles‘ elections, with incumbent President Wavel Ramkalawan hoping to win a second term leading the strategically located African archipelago. Polls opened in outlying islands and for some essential workers on...

Seychelles President Runs For Reelection Amid Signs Of Economic Recovery

Home Africa Seychelles President Runs For Reelection Amid Signs Of Economic Recovery Ramkalawan, a former Anglican priest, says he is seeking a second five-year term to build social protections and infrastructure while defending the country's...

Seychelles holds early voting as many in the nation worry about a drug crisis and environment

VICTORIA, Seychelles (AP) — Early voting started Thursday across Seychelles as concerns over a drug crisis and environmental challenges facing… VICTORIA, Seychelles (AP) — Early voting started Thursday across Seychelles as concerns over a drug...

Seychelles bids farewell to beloved artist Katty Melanie

Seychelles bids farewell to beloved artist Katty Melanie By Anika Cathene The people of Seychelles gathered yesterday afternoon at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception to say their final goodbyes to beloved singer, songwriter, director, wife...

Seychelles to choose president, parliament members in election

VICTORIA, Seychelles -- Voters in the Seychelles Islands will choose a president this week, with Wavel Ramkalawan hoping to hold on to the top post, and a new parliament. A drug crisis, environmental challenges and questions about sovereignty are...

Seychelles' Ramkalawan seeks re-election on back of economic recovery

Long one of Africa's top economic performers thanks to tourism earnings and governance reforms, Seychelles has bounced back strongly from the Covid-19 pandemic. Last year it was removed from the EU's tax blacklist. Inflation is under 2% and public...