2026

Representatives from countries across the Southwest Indian Ocean region gathered in Seychelles from 17 to 19 August 2026 for a refresher training on the Southwest Indian Ocean Flash Flood Guidance System. The three-day Southwest Indian Ocean Flash Flood Guidance System (SWIOFFGS) Refresher Training brought together representatives of participating Southwest Indian Ocean countries, the World Meteorological […]

REPUBLIC OF SEYCHELLES MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, CLIMATE, ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESS STATEMENT Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Energy and Natural Resources Condemns Illegal Spearfishing and Consumption of Sea Turtle Date: Wednesday 12th August, 2026 The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Energy and Natural Resources has become aware of a video circulating on social media

Discover highlights from the Ministry of Environment, Climate, Energy and Natural Resources (MECENR) in July 2026, including our collaboration with other government ministries, visits to schools, field activities and ongoing work across the country. This edition also features staff news, achievements and milestones in conservation, showcasing the people and partnerships contributing to a more sustainable

Every year on 26th July, the world marks the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, recognising the critical role mangroves play in protecting our planet. This international observance is dedicated to raising awareness of these unique coastal forests and their importance to biodiversity, climate resilience and sustainable development. For Seychelles, mangroves are among the

The Ministry of Environment, Climate, Energy and Natural Resources is pleased to present the latest edition of its monthly newsletter, highlighting the work, partnerships and initiatives that continue to advance environmental protection and sustainable development in Seychelles. In this issue, discover highlights from Seychelles’ 50th Anniversary of Independence celebrations, the official visit of Indian Prime

The future of global ocean conservation received a significant boost at the 11th Our Ocean Conference (OOC11), held from 16–18 June 2026 in Mombasa, Kenya, as governments, international organisations and partners announced more than US$6.4 billion in new commitments to advance marine conservation, sustainable fisheries, climate resilience and the sustainable blue economy. Held under the theme “Our Ocean, Our Heritage, Our Future,” this

Ms. Marie-May Jeremie, Minister for Environment, Climate, Energy and Natural Resources, is representing the Republic of Seychelles at the 8th Assembly of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), from 30th May to 6th June 2026 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The Assembly brings together Heads of State and Government, Ministers, senior officials, development partners and representatives of international