Among the projects currently under discussion is the restoration of Victoria’s iconic Clock Tower, in time for our 50th anniversary of Seychelles Independence. Plans include reinstating its chimes, sandblasting it for a fresh coat of paint, and elevating the structure to enhance its historic presence and grandeur. This initiative is being developed in collaboration with the Department of Culture…
During the past week, the new mayor also met with several NGO’s and friends of the ocean alike who are all excited to join the mayor in her ‘Reducing our Carbon Footprints’ initiative to make Victoria a greener and safer place to live. Mayor Josy Michaud-Payet met with young environmental enthusiast Christian Lionnet to explore initiatives to reduce air…
Reflecting on her first two weeks in office, Mayor Michaud-Payet described the experience as both dynamic and fulfilling: “It has been a very busy and rewarding start to my tenure. Between meetings, engagements, workshops, and ceremonies, I have had the opportunity to work with inspiring individuals while identifying meaningful projects for our city.” She reaffirmed her commitment to transforming…
The Seychelles’ capital Victoria will renew an agreement with the city of Meizhou in China to rebuild a relationship which started two decades ago, said a top official. The Mayor of Victoria, David Andre, made the statement after meeting with a delegation of 10 from Meizhou on Wednesday. Andre said that the twinning agreement between Meizhou and Victoria was…
Hundreds of revelers converged in a loud street party in Victoria on Monday night to say goodbye to 2018 and to welcome the New Year. Seychellois bands and local artists provided live entertainment for the crowd. The highlight of the evening was the countdown to midnight and to 2019. As the clock tower — a smaller replica of…
Happy Youth Club — the oldest recreational club in Seychelles — is celebrating 55 years of existence. It was on September 7, 1963, that the club was opened in Victoria as a place where young people can hang out and socialise.Local historian Tony Mathiot told SNA last week that the club was the initiative of the late Brother Imier…
Like other countries in the world, Seychelles is gearing up for Christmas — one of the biggest celebrations for Christians. As is customary every year, the island nation’s capital Victoria has been decorated with colourful lights that make the town comes alive every night. The locals once again are coming to town to witness for themselves, and SNA took…
AVCOI meeting in October 2019
Presenting the Qingdao Beer Museum with the SEYBREW our local beer.
Opening of La Passerelle waterfront garden.
Students from Bel Eau Primary School, Plaisance…
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