UN General Assembly: Seychelles President Patrick Herminie used the 81st UNGA to back Africa’s call for at least two permanent Security Council seats with veto power, while also stressing maritime security, illegal fishing, and climate action. Seychelles in sport: Namibia’s Young Warriors made history by beating Seychelles 3-0 in the U20 Cosafa qualifiers, booking the semi-finals with a perfect Group A run. Local arts & culture: A feature spotlights Praslin’s Zilwa Reggae Bar, capturing its music, food and island atmosphere. Media freedom: The Committee to Protect Journalists urged DRC authorities to release music journalist Virginie Manganga, arrested over an interview involving Fally Ipupa. Seychelles-linked travel: South Korea’s K-ETA/ETA list includes Seychelles for a 30-day stay, easing short visits. Clean Shores Run: Roche Caïman hosted a 5km community race tied to International Coastal Cleanup Day, with Sports Minister Kelsey Belle taking part.
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Seychelles UN diplomacy: President Patrick Herminie told the UN General Assembly that Africa should get at least two permanent UN Security Council seats with veto power, stressing maritime security, intelligence-sharing, and climate action as key priorities. Media freedom in the region: The Committee to Protect Journalists urged DRC authorities to release music journalist Virginie Manganga, arrested over an interview tied to allegations involving Fally Ipupa, calling for defamation laws to be decriminalized. Seychelles sport spotlight: Namibia’s Young Warriors made history by beating Seychelles 3-0 in the u20 Cosafa qualifiers, booking the semi-finals with a perfect Group A run. Local culture & nightlife: A feature highlights the rhythm, flavour and soul of Zilwa Reggae Bar in Praslin, capturing why it keeps drawing visitors back for Friday nights. Community action through sport: The Clean Shores Run in Roche Caïman combined a 5km race with International Coastal Cleanup Day, with Minister Kelsey Belle and the Russian ambassador taking part.
UN General Assembly: Seychelles President Patrick Herminie used day one in New York to back Africa’s push for at least two permanent UN Security Council seats with veto power, while warning of threats to island states from illegal fishing, drugs and organised crime. Media freedom: In the DRC, the Committee to Protect Journalists is calling for the immediate release of music journalist Virginie Manganga, arrested over an interview tied to allegations involving Fally Ipupa, as defamation laws face renewed scrutiny. Seychelles sport: Namibia beat Seychelles 3-0 in the CAF U20 Cosafa qualifier, ending the islanders’ campaign in Group A, while earlier Seychelles’ U20 win over Mauritius kept the tournament buzzing. Fashion & business: BRICS+ Fashion Summit returns in Moscow (28–30 Sept), with Seychelles Fashion Week CEO Tery Carola among the African voices set to discuss fashion as an investment and trade engine. Community & environment: The Clean Shores Run in Roche Caïman drew 34 runners for a 5km course tied to International Coastal Cleanup Day, with Sports Minister Kelsey Belle taking part. Arts & culture (global): A Seychelles-linked candle moment hit the UK spotlight as The White Company’s 12-day Christmas calendar includes its “Seychelles” scent.
Freestyle Football Spotlight: Conor Reynolds’ rise from Irish club football to global freestyle stardom gets a vivid profile, with Seychelles and celebrity moments (including Nani and Roberto Carlos) showing how far the tricks have taken him. Press Freedom in Focus: In the DRC, journalist Virginie Manganga was arrested over comments tied to musician Fally Ipupa, prompting the Committee to Protect Journalists to call for her release and defamation law reform. Seychelles Sports & Community: The Clean Shores Run in Roche Caïman drew 34 runners for a 5km course blending sport and coastal cleanup, with Youth and Sports Minister Kelsey Belle and the Russian ambassador among participants. Seychelles in Regional Football: Seychelles U20’s campaign in the Cosafa qualifiers continues to be tough, including a 3-0 loss to Namibia, as the race for semi-final spots heats up. Seychelles-India Seafood Push: Seychelles reaches out to India to boost landed tuna revenues and strengthen post-harvest management, including training, data use, and investment in processing and diversification. Fashion & Business: BRICS+ Fashion Summit returns to Moscow (28–30 Sept) with African fashion leaders, including Seychelles Fashion Week CEO Tery Carola, set to discuss fashion as an investment asset. Motorsport Development: Autosport Seychelles urges Corporate Seychelles to turn FIA-linked motorsport connections into real pathways for young drivers, officials, and local sport growth.
Seychelles in sport: Seychelles’ U20 campaign at the Cosafa qualifiers took a hit as Namibia beat the islanders 3-0 to book a semi-final spot, while hosts Mozambique surged with a 5-0 win over Mauritius. Football spotlight: Earlier in the same tournament, Seychelles edged Mauritius 4-3 with Lorenzo Hoareau’s hat-trick, showing real attacking spark despite the later setback. Fashion & business: The BRICS+ Fashion Summit returns to Moscow (28–30 Sept 2026), with Seychelles Fashion Week CEO Tery Carola among key African voices, as the agenda pushes fashion as an investable industry. Local arts & entertainment: Auspitious Aaron Arokeum wrapped his album journey “Akreditasyon” with an intimate closing show at Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino. Seychelles links abroad: Seychelles strengthens ties with India to boost tuna value chains and post-harvest management, including data and technology collaboration. Community & environment: The Clean Shores Run in Roche Caiman drew 34 participants for a 5km coastal cleanup push tied to International Coastal Cleanup Day.
UN & Media Watch: President Donald Trump is set to address the UN General Assembly in New York, with major East Side street closures and a week of gridlock alerts shaping the city’s arts-and-events calendar. Digital Privacy: A new report digs into how “sweepstakes” promotions may be harvesting personal data and funnelling it into scam-prone systems. Seychelles Sports Spotlight: Seychelles’ youth football scene stays in focus as the Young Warriors notch another Cosafa win, while Seychelles also records historic sporting archive moments for readers who love local game stories. Fashion & Industry: BRICS+ Fashion Summit returns to Moscow (28–30 Sept), with Seychelles Fashion Week CEO Tery Carola among the Seychelles-linked voices, alongside wider African delegations. Local Environment & Community Sport: The Clean Shores Run in Roche Caiman drew Seychelles Sports Minister Kelsey Belle and Russian diplomatic support, pairing a 5km race with International Coastal Cleanup Day. Tech & Entertainment Access: Apple expands iCloud+ bundles, adding Apple TV and Apple Arcade in 100+ countries including Seychelles.
BRICS+ Fashion Summit: African fashion leaders, including Seychelles Fashion Week CEO Tery Carola, are set to gather in Moscow for the BRICS+ Fashion Summit (28–30 Sept), with the agenda spotlighting how fashion can attract investment and cross-border trade. Seychelles–India Fisheries Push: Seychelles is reaching out to India to boost tuna value chains and post-harvest management, including data-sharing and higher-value products from processing residues. Emirates & Seychelles Tourism: Emirates renewed its tourism partnership with Seychelles at ATM 2026, as the airline signed multiple tourism MoUs to drive inbound travel. Clean Shores Run: The Clean Shores Run in Roche Caiman (19 Sept) drew 34 participants for a 5km coastal cleanup, with Sports Minister Kelsey Belle leading among women. Film Festival Link: Seychelles Ambassador H.E. Harisoa Lalatiana Accouche attended the opening of India’s Global Film Festival Noida 2026. Sports History Flashback: Seychelles Nation’s archive features “On This Day” sporting stories from Sept 19 and Sept 21.
Chess & Sport: The Virgin Islands notched milestone results at the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, with the Women’s team beating Bermuda 3–1 and the Open team scoring its first match win and first individual victory. Film & Diplomacy: India’s 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 opened at Marwah Studios, with Seychelles’ ambassador among the international guests at the inauguration led by India’s information and broadcasting minister. Crypto & Community: Zoomex opened regular registration for the ZWTC 2026 Squad Competition (prizes up to 2.5m USDT) and announced a Traders After Party @ TOKEN2049 Singapore featuring live music and a panel on trading “crypto and beyond.” Fashion & Business: African fashion leaders are heading to Moscow for the BRICS+ Fashion Summit (Sept 28–30), with Seychelles Fashion Week president Tery Carola among those discussing how fashion can attract investment. Seychelles in the spotlight: Seychelles strengthened ties with India for fisheries and aquaculture value chains, while Emirates renewed its tourism partnership with the Seychelles Tourism Board at ATM 2026. Local heritage & culture: Auspitious Aaron Arokeum closed his album journey with an intimate final show at Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino. Sports history (archives): Seychelles NATION revisited sporting highlights from Sept 19 and Sept 21 in past years.
Seychelles–India Fisheries Push: Seychelles has reached out to India to boost landed tuna revenues and upgrade fisheries and aquaculture post-harvest systems, including investment in processing, product diversification, vessel standards, and data-sharing for monitoring and surveillance. Clean Shores Run: In Roche Caiman, the Clean Shores Run on 19 September drew 34 runners for a 5km coastal cleanup-linked race, with Sports Minister Kelsey Belle leading among women and Russian diplomatic support alongside local youth and sports organisers. Tourism Partnerships: Emirates renewed its strategic tourism partnership with the Seychelles Tourism Board and the Ministry of Tourism and Culture at Arabian Travel Market, aiming to lift inbound travel as Seychelles nears 400,000 arrivals. IFTM Top Resa Spotlight: Seychelles is back at Paris’s IFTM Top Resa (15–17 Sept) to strengthen trade ties in France and Europe. Local Arts & Entertainment: Auspitious Aaron Arokeum closed his album journey with an intimate final show at Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino. Sports (Youth Football): Seychelles is among the teams in the COSAFA Under-20 qualifier in Mozambique (18–27 Sept), with Group A including hosts Mozambique, Namibia, Mauritius and Seychelles.
BRICS+ Fashion Summit: African fashion leaders are set to head to Moscow for the BRICS+ Fashion Summit (Sept 28–30), with South Africa’s Soweto Fashion Week among the delegations—an export push for designers and manufacturers looking beyond domestic markets. Seychelles–India fisheries push: Seychelles has reached out to India to boost landed tuna revenues and strengthen post-harvest management, including investment in processing, product diversification, and better fisheries data for monitoring and surveillance. Seychelles tourism momentum: Emirates renewed its tourism partnership with Seychelles Tourism Board and the Ministry of Tourism and Culture at Arabian Travel Market, aiming to lift inbound travel as arrivals near 400,000. Clean Shores Run: A Roche Caiman coastal cleanup race on Sept 19 saw Seychelles Sports Minister Kelsey Belle and the Russian ambassador take part, with 34 runners completing a 5km course for International Coastal Cleanup Day. Traditional medicine research: WHO calls for more research into traditional medicine, with Seychelles named among countries backing national research centres. Local music spotlight: Auspitious Aaron Arokeum closed his album journey “Akreditasyon” with an intimate final show at Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino.
Tourism & Culture Diplomacy: Seychelles renewed its strategic partnership with Emirates and the Seychelles Tourism Board, extending a deal first struck in 2013 to boost inbound travel as arrivals near 400,000, with joint marketing and trade familiarisation trips. Travel Trade Push: Seychelles is also back at IFTM Top Resa in Paris (Sept 15–17), aiming to strengthen ties with French and European travel partners. Sports & Community: The Clean Shores Run in Roche Caiman (Sept 19) brought together Seychelles Sports Minister Kelsey Belle and the Russian ambassador, with 34 runners completing a 5km course to mark International Coastal Cleanup Day. Youth Football Spotlight: Seychelles featured in the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations/COSAFA qualifier in Mozambique, where hosts beat Seychelles 4-1, as the tournament runs to Sept 27. Arts & Entertainment: Local musician Auspitious Aaron Arokeum closed his album Akreditasyon journey with an intimate final show at Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino.
| Seychelles–India Fisheries Push: Seychelles reached out to India to deepen fisheries and aquaculture ties, focusing on tuna processing investment, product diversification, and using fisheries data for monitoring and surveillance, including AI and precision aquaculture approaches. Tourism Partnerships: Emirates renewed its strategic partnership with the Seychelles Tourism Board and Ministry of Tourism and Culture at Arabian Travel Market, extending a 2013 deal to boost inbound marketing, media/trade familiarisation, and route-driven growth as Seychelles nears 400,000 arrivals. French Market Drive: Seychelles is back at IFTM Top Resa in Paris (Sept 15–17) to strengthen relationships with European travel trade partners and consolidate its position in France. Local Music Moment: Auspitious Aaron Arokeum closed his album journey “Akreditasyon” with an intimate final show at Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino. Sports Spotlight (Regional): Seychelles is among 12 nations in the TotalEnergies CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations | COSAFA Qualifier in Mozambique, with the Seychelles U-20 set to face hosts Mozambique. Culture & Media Tech: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge, including Seychelles. |
Seychelles-India Fisheries Push: Seychelles has reached out to India to boost landed tuna revenues and strengthen post-harvest management, with talks on tuna processing investment, higher-value products from fish residues and seaweed, vessel standards, training, and even fisheries data sharing using emerging tech like AI. Tourism Marketing Boost: Emirates renewed its strategic partnership with the Seychelles Tourism Board and the Ministry of Tourism and Culture at Arabian Travel Market, extending a deal that dates back to 2013 and aiming to lift inbound travel as Seychelles nears 400,000 arrivals. French Trade Spotlight: Seychelles is also back at IFTM Top Resa in Paris (Sept 15–17), pushing its B2B offering to French and European travel trade partners. Local Music Moment: Auspitious Aaron Arokeum closed his album journey, Akreditasyon, with an intimate final show at Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino. Sports (Youth Football): Seychelles is included in the COSAFA Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Mozambique, with the tournament running until Sept 27 and Seychelles facing hosts Mozambique in Group A.
Seychelles–India Fisheries Push: Seychelles has reached out to India to boost landed tuna revenues and strengthen post-harvest management, with talks on tuna processing investment, product diversification, residue value, seaweed, vessel standards, training, and even fisheries data sharing using emerging tech like AI. Maritime Entertainment Spotlight: A Seychelles-linked cruise ship entertainer is warning would-be performers that the “dream job” can hide a darker side, sharing lessons through his podcast and book. Tourism Trade Momentum: Seychelles is back in the French market at IFTM Top Resa in Paris, aiming to deepen partner ties and visibility. Emirates Partnership Update: Emirates renewed its strategic tourism MoU with Seychelles as arrivals near 400,000, extending joint marketing and trade familiarisation around twice-daily Dubai–Mahé flights. GCC High-Value Strategy: Seychelles Tourism Board is putting the Gulf Cooperation Council at the centre of its ATM 2026 plan, shifting from volume to value with Emirates as a key aviation bridge. Traditional Medicine Research: WHO calls for more research into traditional medicine, with Seychelles among countries backing national research centres.
| Seychelles Tourism & Emirates: Emirates renewed its strategic partnership with the Seychelles Tourism Board and the Ministry of Tourism and Culture at Arabian Travel Market 2026, extending a deal first started in 2013 and aiming to lift inbound travel through joint marketing, media/trade familiarisation trips, and stronger route connectivity as Seychelles eyes nearly 400,000 arrivals in 2025. Seychelles at IFTM Top Resa: Seychelles is also back in Paris for IFTM Top Resa (Sept 15–17), pushing visibility in the French B2B travel market with thousands of meetings and hundreds of brands expected. Sports Spotlight: Seychelles’ name is on the regional football map again as the TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations | COSAFA Qualifier in Mozambique (Sept 18–27) includes hosts Mozambique, plus Seychelles in Group A, with two spots up for grabs for next year’s finals. Arts & Culture: Local artist Auspitious Aaron Arokeum closed his album journey Akreditasyon with an intimate final show at Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino. Tech & Media: Apple expands iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge, with Seychelles listed among the included markets. |
Seychelles Tourism & Emirates: Emirates renewed its strategic partnership with the Seychelles Tourism Board and the Ministry of Tourism and Culture at Arabian Travel Market 2026, extending a deal first launched in 2013 to drive inbound growth via joint marketing and familiarisation trips; the airline also highlights Seychelles’ near-400,000 arrivals in 2025 and its twice-daily Dubai–Mahé flights. Seychelles in French travel trade: Seychelles is back at IFTM Top Resa in Paris (Sept 15–17) to strengthen ties with European partners and boost visibility in France. Local arts spotlight: Local musician Auspitious Aaron Arokeum closed his album journey Akreditasyon with an intimate final show at Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino. Fashion & culture links: Seychelles is named among designers and talents appearing in the Durban Fashion Fair 2026 lineup, reflecting regional fashion exchange. Sports archive: Seychelles NATION looks back at September 16 in the islands’ sporting history. Tech & media buzz: Apple expands iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge (with some major regions excluded).
Seychelles Tourism & Culture: Seychelles is back in the spotlight at IFTM Top Resa in Paris, with the Seychelles Tourism Board pushing stronger visibility in France and deeper trade ties across Europe. Aviation & Tourism Partnerships: At Arabian Travel Market 2026, Seychelles’ Ministry of Tourism and Culture and the Seychelles Tourism Board renewed their Emirates MoU, extending a partnership that dates to 2013 and aims to boost inbound travel as arrivals near 400,000. Regional Tourism Strategy: Seychelles also used ATM to underline a shift toward high-value, sustainable tourism, with the GCC positioned as a key market and aviation bridge. Fashion & Creative Exchange: South Africa’s Soweto Fashion Week is set to represent the country at the BRICS+ Fashion Summit in Moscow, highlighting how regional fashion networks are expanding beyond domestic markets. Arts, Media & Tech: Apple is bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade into iCloud+ in 100+ countries (with Seychelles included), a move that could shape how audiences access entertainment locally. Sports Heritage: Seychelles sports fans get a throwback with “On This Day in Seychelles’ Sporting History” coverage.
Tourism Partnership: Emirates renewed its strategic deal with the Seychelles Tourism Board and the Ministry of Tourism and Culture at Arabian Travel Market, extending a partnership that dates back to 2013 and aims to boost inbound travel as Seychelles nears 400,000 arrivals. Aviation & Connectivity: ATM 2026 also put Seychelles’ tourism context in focus, with ministers and industry leaders stressing stronger aviation infrastructure and faster, data-led decision-making for a post-conflict rebound. Digital & Entertainment: Apple expanded iCloud+ into a bigger services bundle in 100+ countries, adding Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge—good news for tech-savvy travellers and creatives, though some major regions are excluded. Local Arts & Culture: Seychelles’ Creole culture is spotlighted in Moscow, while an exhibition titled “Under One Sun” featuring Russian and Seychellois artists opens in Victoria. Conservation Tech: SPGA expanded an AI camera network across Sainte Anne Marine National Park to monitor nesting sea turtles and flag incidents in real time. Fashion & Identity: Seychelles is named among designers and talents taking part in regional fashion showcases, including BRICS+ fashion programming.
Seychelles Tourism & Culture: Emirates has renewed its strategic tourism partnership with the Seychelles Tourism Board and the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, extending a deal first launched in 2013 and aiming to boost inbound travel as Seychelles nears 400,000 arrivals; the airline also signed/renewed multiple destination MoUs at Arabian Travel Market 2026, with Seychelles highlighted as a key Indian Ocean focus. Arts & Youth Exchange: Seychellois teens shared Creole culture at an International Children’s Cultural Forum in Moscow, presenting games, dances, and folk-music connections as part of wider cultural ties. Wildlife Tech in the Arts of Nature: SPGA expanded its AI-assisted camera network across Sainte Anne Marine National Park to better monitor nesting sea turtles and flag incidents in real time. Film Spotlight: Vacaville-based actress Seychelles Mizel’s short film “Don’t Let a Church Kid Tell It” is set for a Hollywood premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre and will screen at the Indie Night Film Festival. Fashion & Identity: Durban Fashion Fair’s 15th anniversary spotlighted designers from across the region, including Seychelles, under the theme “Where Legacy Lives.”
Seychelles Tourism & Culture at ATM 2026: Emirates renewed its Seychelles Tourism Board and Ministry of Tourism and Culture partnership, with a new MoU aimed at boosting inbound arrivals via joint marketing and familiarisation trips; Emirates also signed seven tourism deals across multiple destinations during Arabian Travel Market 2026, underlining the airline’s role as a key aviation bridge for the Indian Ocean. Wildlife Tech in Seychelles: The Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority expanded its AI-assisted camera surveillance network across Sainte Anne Marine National Park, adding cameras on Sainte Anne and Moyenne islands to better monitor nesting sea turtles and flag incidents in real time. Creole Culture Abroad: Seychellois youth (12–17) showcased Creole traditions at the International Children’s Cultural Forum in Moscow, presenting games and dances and strengthening cultural ties alongside local arts officials. Sports Development: Star Sailors League training sessions in Seychelles are hosting sailors from four African nations, with hopes for an African Championship next year. Arts & Exhibitions: “Under One Sun” opened in Victoria, featuring works by Russian and Seychellois artists.
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