2026

Today, as we celebrate the International Biodiversity Day, we are reminded that biodiversity is the foundation of life and the key to our well-being, economy, and future. Seychelles is blessed with extraordinary natural heritage, from our endemic species and forests to our wetlands and coral reefs. Yet, biodiversity worldwide continues to face growing threats from

  Excited to share this month’s issue of the Ministry’s Newsletter! From the conservation front, we have: Reviewed the list of species on the IUCN Red List Strengthened synergies between climate initiatives and biodiversity conservation to help achieve our national goals Started monitoring Sooty Terns on the three islands where egg harvesting will take place

The Ministry of Environment, Climate, Energy and Natural Resources (MECENR) wishes to express its solidarity with the residents of Praslin Island following yesterday’s forest fire. Despite the tireless efforts of the Ministry and its partners, a large area of dense palm forest of Fond Azore to Glacis Noir National Park have been affected by the

Today, we mark a historic milestone as the world celebrates, for the first time, the International Day of Small Island Developing States (SIDS)—an initiative proudly pioneered by Seychelles and now recognised at the global level. This day is an important opportunity to acknowledge the unique identity and shared realities of SIDS. Although we are spread

March brought together forests, water, and weather—three vital elements shaping our environment—featured in a special edition of our monthly newsletter. This issue highlights key initiatives, achievements, and the ongoing work undertaken to safeguard and manage these essential resources. Join us as we celebrate important staff milestones and the dedication of our colleagues. The edition also

The Ministry of Environment, Climate, Energy and Natural Resources invites the public to review the draft Management Plan for the Aldabra Group Marine National Park. The Plan sets the goal, objectives, strategies and priority management actions for the management of Seychelles’ largest National Park. Two versions of the Plan are provided. The Complete Version has

The public is reminded that sea turtles in Seychelles are protected under the Wild Animals and Birds Protection Act. 1961 (WABPA), which prohibits harming, disturbing, catching, injuring, killing, selling, buying, receiving or possessing turtles, turtle eggs, or turtle products. Recent amendments to the law (Wild Animals And Birds Protection (Amendment)  Act, 2024 (Act 11 of