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Category Archives: Seychelles
Seychelles working towards One Health platform for humans and animals – Seychelles News Agency
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The memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Peggy Vidot, Minister for Health, and Flavien Joubert, Minister forAgriculture, Climate Change and Energy. (Seychelles News Agency)
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(Seychelles News Agency) - The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Energy have signed an agreement to work together on the establishment of a national One Health platform aimed at making the identification of potential diseases in Seychelles more effective.
The signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two ministries is described as a commitment to integrated approaches to human, environmental and animal health.
"This MoU will create the platform for both parties to work closer together, where it can now be a more structured collaboration, which will allow us to share resources, being physical resources and human resources towards a common goal," said Rodney Philo, the chief animal health and livestock officer.
Philo explained that research shows that 85 percent of diseases come from animals and therefore by working together, it will allow quicker decision-making for necessary action to take place.
"The inseparable links between agriculture, nutrition and health, those between health and climate change, those between health and bio-security, the growing health threats at the centre of animal and human ecosystems and the challenges to be met in terms of antimicrobial resistance, all require a common approach to which we are committed today, clearly and resolutely," said the Minister for Health, Peggy Vidot, in her address, during the signing ceremony, which took place the Savoy Resort and Spa, Beau Vallon, on Friday.
She added that "Collaboration between our two ministries to safeguard human health, animal health and environmental health, means safeguarding our survival as a nation."
The Minister for Agriculture, Climate Change and Energy, Flavien Joubert said that the MoU signing is an important step towards strengthening the One Health approach.
"By working together, we more effectively address complex health challenges and protect the health of humans and animals...The One Health approach recognises the interdependence of human, animal and environmental health and highlights the need for a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to addressing health challenges," he added.
The SEGAOne Health network is the health arm of the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) in matters of public health, animal health and environmental health.
It brings together more than 400 health professionals from ministerial departments of member states, reference training and research institutions in the region, and benefits from a strong partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the World Organisation for Animal Health (OMSA).
It has been supported since 2009 by the French Development Agency (AFD) via RSIE projects. In complementarity with the implementation of the third phase (RSIE3), the European Union (EU) also supports the SEGA One Health network through a new project, RSIE4, implemented by the IOC since December 2020.
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Seychelles to send 3 sportspeople to Olympics in Paris – Seychelles News Agency
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Swimmer Felicity Passon is one of the athletes on the Olympic Scholarship and qualified for the last Olympic Games in Tokyo. (Seychelles Nation)
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Seychelles will have at least three participants in the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris from July 26 to August 24 according to a top official.
So far no athletes from Seychelles have qualified for the Games but the island nation will compete as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) will issue invitations to ensure that every nation can be represented at the games.
The secretary general of the Seychelles Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association (SOCGA), Alain Alcindor, told reporters, "In athletics, one athlete will be invited, unlike before when it was two."
He explained the Seychelles Athletics Federation will have three events they can apply to participate in; 100m sprint, 800m and the marathon.
Two athletes will be invited in the swimming competition, a male and a female, and "this already guarantees that we will have at least three athletes at the games." said Alcindor.
He said that late last year, "we were asked to submit the names of the athletes that we believe could be invited based on their 2023 performance, which is called a universality place, and we have applied for mainly the athletes that are on the Olympic scholarships."
Alcindor explained that not all disciplines will accept the universality place and that includes swimming and athletics, since they will receive an invite through their federations.
According to SOCGA, there are five Seychellois athletes on the Olympic Scholarship and they are swimmer Felicity Passon, sprinters Ned Azemia and Sharry Dodin, boxer Shain Boniface and sailor Dean Mathiot.
Alcindor explained that more places could become available as there are times when countries decide not to send their athletes to the games even if they have qualified. When this happens, spots remain open and the IOC redistributes it to other nations.
Seychelles, an archipelago in the western Indian Ocean, has been participating in the Olympic Games since 1980 after it set up a National Olympic Committee in 1979 now the Seychelles Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association (SOCGA).
In the last competition in Tokyo, Japan, five Seychellois took part. Two athletes qualified for a spot - sailor Rodney Govinden and swimmer Felicity Passon.
SwimmerSimon Bachmann wasinvited in view of his performance and participation in high level competitions.
Ned Azemia made hissecond appearance in the Games after his debut in the 2016 Rio Olympic in which he competed in the 400-metre hurdles while judokaNantenaina Finesse, made hisOlympic debut by invitation.
Paris 2024 will feature the debut of breakdancing as an Olympic event and will be the final Olympic Games held during the presidency of IOC President Thomas Bach. The Games will be the first to feature an identical number of athletes between men and women.
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Photo Feature: College of Education faculty visit University of Seychelles – Communique
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High Seas Treaty Will Help Defend Small Island Nations’ Fisheries – The Maritime Executive
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As ratification of the High Seas Treaty picks up the pace, Seychelles has become the first African nation and the third globally to ratify the historic ocean agreement. Seychelles ratified the treaty through a majority vote last week at its National Assembly. For the High Seas Treaty to enter into force, another 57 countries will need to sign and ratify it.
While presenting the treaty to the legislatures, the Leader of Government Business Bernard Georges said that the legal framework's main purpose is to take stewardship of the worlds oceans, care for and protect the marine environment as well as maintain the integrity of undersea ecosystems and marine biodiversity.
As a legally binding instrument of the United Nations, the High Seas Treaty will place 30 percent of the worlds oceans into protected areas, helping to protect marine resources in parts of the ocean beyond national jurisdiction. The treaty was formally adopted by governments in June last year and opened for state signatures on September 20.
As a small island developing nation in the India Ocean, Seychelles stands to benefit from the implementation of the treaty. Fisheries represents the second most important economic sector in the country after tourism. Unfortunately, the IUU (illegal, unreported and unregulated) fishing menace - especially from commercial foreign-owned fleets - have seen significant reduction of fish stocks.
Two thirds of fish stock being fished in seas beyond the national jurisdictions, are being done in a non-sustainable way, and if a decision is not taken quickly, many fish stocks will crash and lead to food insecurities in many countries, added Bernard Georges. This would be damaging toa country like Seychelles, where over 90 percent of the territory is ocean.
To stem the threat, Seychelles was among the first countries in 2017 to join the Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FTI), a global partnership that seeks to make fisheries management more transparent and inclusive. By ratifying the High Seas Treaty, it will hopefully act as a bulwark against multiple illicit maritime activities facing the country.
In the recent past, Seychelles have built a reputation as a staunch champion of ocean conservation. As of 2020, it was among the first countries in the world to fulfill the pledge of protecting 30 percent of its marine waters, through a debt-for-nature swap deal facilitated by the U.S based NGO The Nature Conservancy (TNC). This means over 154,000 square miles of Seychelles waters, an area twice the size of Great Britain, is designated as marine protected area (MPA).
Top image: Yellowfin tuna caught in the Seychelles (Seychelles Nation / CC BY 4.0)
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The best time to visit the Seychelles – Cond Nast Traveller India
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When is the best time to visit Seychelles?
The best time to visit the Seychelles is in the transitional months, which include April, May, October and November. The temperatures are milder, with the humid northwest trade winds changing to the cooler southwest tradewinds, so the weather conditions are perfect. There are fewer crowds during these transitional periods so you won't have to fight your way to the beachside chairs.
The months with the highest levels of rainfall are December and January. January tends to be the rainiest, with about 300mm of rain throughout the month. However, the rain tends to be short and heavy, so there will be plenty of bursts of sunshine during your trip.
Its always scuba diving time in the Seychelles, but unsurprisingly, the best conditions are in the transitional months, when the seas are calm and visibility is high. You can expect to spot butterflyfishes, spotted eagle rays and even green sea turtles.
A young green turtle
Both island getaways offer stunning scenery and a relaxing holiday experience, but it depends on what type of holiday you want. The Maldives is a hotspot for romantic trips, with all-inclusive resorts setting the bar high for a luxury holiday, and while there are plenty of luxury stays in the Seychelles, it is definitely an adventure lover's dream.
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Mauritius and Seychelles are the only African countries eligible for visa on arrival to the UAE – Business Insider Africa
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The United Arab Emirates has recently updated its visa policies to provide a more streamlined entry process for international visitors. Under the new regulations, citizens from 87 nations can obtain a visa on arrival.
According to the updated regulations, countries that have been granted the eligibility for visa on arrival include Argentina, Canada, the United States, China, the Maldives, France, and Russia, among others. Eligible travellers will be granted a 30-day visa on arrival, with a 10-day grace period to extend their stay. Additionally, visitors from certain countries can obtain a 90-day visa at their entry point.
In Africa, Mauritius and Seychelles stand out as the only countries whose citizens can obtain a visa on arrival. Several African nations, including Nigeria, Uganda, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Cameroon, Liberia, Burundi, Kenya, Gambia, and Togo, have not been included in this update.
This update from the UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs marks a significant development in making the UAE more accessible to international tourists, reflecting its commitment to being a welcoming global hub.
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Tanzanian national sentenced 12 years in prison in Seychelles for importation of cocaine – Seychelles News Agency
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Palais de Justice building which houses the Supreme Court. (Seychelles News Agency)
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(Seychelles News Agency) - The Seychelles Supreme Court has sentenced a 50-year-old Tanzanian national to 12 years in prison for the importation of a controlled drug, the Seychelles Police said on Thursday.
According to the police, ShabaniKizamba Shabani was arrested on September 26 in 2022 upon his arrival in Seychelles on a Qatar Airways flight by police and airport officials. A total of 984.78 grammes of cocaine was found in his possession after he was searched.
Under the Misuse of Drug Act, 2016, the maximum penalty for importing a controlled Class A drug is a term of life imprisonment and a fine of up to SCR 1 million ($74,200).
Seychelles, an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, has a zero-tolerance drug policy and has stepped up measures to combat the trafficking of illicit drugs on its shores.
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Hilton Announces the Opening of Canopy by Hilton Seychelles – Franchising.com
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Hilton opens first Canopy branded Seychelles resort – TravelMole
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Hiltons Canopy brand has made its debut in the Seychelles.
It announced the opening of Canopy by Hilton Seychelles, situated in the south of Mah.
Canopy by Hilton Seychelles is also the brands first resort property in the world.
The 120-guestroom Seychelles resort offers a range of culinary options at three dining venues, a spa, and Kids and Teens Club.
Guy Hutchinson, President, Middle East and Africa, Hilton, said:We are excited to continue growing our portfolio in the Indian Ocean, offering more incredible destinations for guests.
The new Seychelles resort joins five Hilton-branded properties in the Seychelles, including the recently openedWaldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island.
Canopy by Hilton Seychelles is part of Hilton Honors, the groups guest loyalty program.
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