How Swedish circular economy practices can cut waste and boost sustainable tourism in Seychelles By Mr. Salim C. Mathieu Seychelles faces a clear opportunity. As tourism continues to be the backbone of the economy, managing waste better and turning waste into value will protect the islands natural assets, lower import bills and create new jobs. […]

A high-level delegation from Seychelles, led by Hon. Flavien Joubert, Minister for Agriculture, Climate Change, and Environment, and Mr. Shane Emilie, CEO of the Landscape and Waste Management Agency (LWMA), recently conducted an official visit to Umeå, Sweden, to explore circular economy initiatives, waste management solutions, and sustainable urban planning. The visit was organised under […]

Solar, Wind and Hybrid Solutions for Island Energy Security with Swedish Tech and Financing By Salim C. Mathieu Island nations face a unique energy challenge: small grids, heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels, high costs and increasing vulnerability to climate-induced supply shocks. For the Republic of Seychelles, securing a resilient, clean and cost-effective energy future […]

Building University Partnerships in Marine Science, Climate Studies, and Hospitality Training By Salim C. Mathieu Education is a cornerstone of sustainable development, and international research collaboration strengthens both human capital and national capacity. For Seychelles, a small island nation with a vibrant tourism sector, a rich marine ecosystem, and growing climate challenges, partnerships with Swedish […]

Tourism The ideal time to visit the country depends on the type of vacation you plan to take. The ideal time for diving is from March to May and from September to November. From May to October, the intense southeast trade winds provide excellent conditions for sailing and surfing. The peak tourist seasons are December […]

Empowering Seychellois Women through Swedish Gender Equality Programs and Entrepreneurship Training By Salim C. Mathieu Empowering women is not only a matter of social justice—it is a driver of economic growth, innovation, and sustainable development. Seychelles has made significant progress in advancing gender equality, with women increasingly represented in government, business, and civil society. Yet […]

The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) announced a USD$3.65 million programme to support five Asia-Pacific countries in their efforts to overcome the impacts of climate change, in collaboration with UNDP and the United Nations Capital Development Fund, UNCDF. The proposed ‘Strengthening the Governance of Climate Finance to Promote Inclusive Climate Resilience in Asia Pacific’ […]

Seychelles’ Ministry of Health and the Swedish city of Umeå have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen elderly care services with a focus on dementia — a condition increasingly affecting the island nation’s ageing population. The agreement, signed at the Ministry’s headquarters by Health Minister and Carin Nilsson, Chairperson of Umeå City Elderly […]

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) convened the Stockholm +50 meeting in Stockholm, Sweden, from June 2 to 3, 2022. The event brought together heads of state, ministers, and delegates from over 130 countries to reflect on 50 years of global environmental action. Hosted jointly by Sweden and Kenya, the meeting was held under the […]

A preliminary study by Swedish-based Water Harvesting Company and the Swedish Geological Survey Unit has identified potential sites for groundwater extraction on Seychelles’ three main islands: Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue. The two-week study, conducted in December, initially assessed 100 locations and narrowed them down to ten promising sites — six on Mahé, two on […]