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  Emirates SkyCargo (www.Emirates.com) wraps the year with a clear roadmap to success in 2026, following significant investment in enhancing its fleet and network, forging new strategic partnerships, reshaping the digital landscape and launching all-new products over the last 12 months. As the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, Emirates SkyCargo is on track to seamlessly connect the globe, keeping goods flowing quickly, reliably and efficiently. Badr Abbas, […]

  President of the Republic, Dr. Patrick Herminie, today received a courtesy call at State House from representatives of the Island Conservation Society (ICS), as the organisation celebrates 25 years of dedicated conservation work in Seychelles. The delegation, led by the Chairman of the Society, Mr. Adrian Skerrett, reflected on a quarter-century of achievement, tracing ICS’s journey from its early beginnings to its current standing as a trusted national partner […]

  The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Mr. Michel Raymond Pierre as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles National Youth Council (SNYC), with effect from 1 January 2026. Mr. Pierre brings extensive experience in youth development, governance, stakeholder engagement, and programme management. He has worked closely with national and regional partners on youth empowerment initiatives and has demonstrated strong leadership in managing complex […]

  Mukuru (www.Mukuru.com), a leading next-generation financial services platform, has partnered with Travelex, a market leader in foreign exchange services, to expand cash payout options for remittance customers across South Africa. The partnership reinforces Mukuru's capabilities to provide accessible, safe, and convenient services to millions of customers who depend on remittances for daily needs. Positioned as a strategic alliance that will enhance reach to more customers, the partnership introduces Travelex […]

  Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 on 19th and 20th June in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative along with The […]

  As Libya reshapes its fiscal, regulatory and investment landscape to reestablish itself as a globally competitive hydrocarbons destination, the upcoming Libya Energy&Economic Summit (LEES) 2026 has confirmed the participation of five senior legal, advisory and energy sector leaders. The speakers include Dr. Khaled Ben Othman, Chairman, Libyan Council for Oil, Gas and Renewable Energy (LCOGRE); Fatima Swehli, Managing Director, FS Legal Services; Khalil Gentara, Director of Business Development, Moore […]

  Recent months have witnessed a surge in seismic data deals and renewed exploration activity across Africa. In November 2025, TGS, a leader in energy data and intelligence, secured rights to market and license offshore geophysical data for Comoros, granting explorers access to over 10,000 line‑kilometers of modern SPAN 2D seismic data. This agreement builds on ongoing initiatives in East Africa, including an extended mandate with Somalia’s Ministry of Petroleum […]

  MIR Holding (https://MIRHolding.Odoo.com), a global investment group, is exploring potential investments in The Gambia after its Chief Executive Officer, Mouhamad Dieng, held talks with His Excellency President Adama Barrow. The meeting focused on the role of private investment in supporting economic growth, improving infrastructure and strengthening key productive sectors, as the Gambian government seeks to attract long-term capital to diversify its economy. MIR Holding identified several sectors of interest, […]