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African SIDS Blue Economy Project Showcased at the Africa Blue Economy Week in Addis Ababa
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GWP
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The USD 9 million initiative, which will be implemented over a period of 3 and a half years, is designed to transform livelihoods and ecosystems across six island nations, namely Cabo Verde, Comoros, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritius, São Tomé and...
Owner: The Global Water Partnership (GWP)
Seychelles starts work on landmark floating solar project
Seychelles has launched construction of its first utility-scale floating solar power plant, a 5.8MW project in the Providence Lagoon on Mahé Island. It is expected to play a pivotal role in meeting the country’s renewable energy targets. The...
Owner: VUKA Group
Super Eagles bank on Rwanda’s victory over Benin for ticket
• FIFA picks Egyptian referees for Nigeria, Benin game • Broos names squad for Zimbabwe, Amavubi games The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) believes that the Super Eagles’ chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup will be boosted by a Rwanda...
Owner: Maiden Alex Ibru
The Future of U.S.-Africa Trade
Welcome to Foreign Policy’s Africa Brief. The highlights this week: A U.S.-Africa trade agreement expires, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda begin implementing a peace agreement, and Gen Z protests rattle Morocco. Sign up to receive...
Owner: Donald Graham
Seychelles Heads to Run-Off Presidential Vote
Seychelles is preparing to conduct a rerun of its presidential elections between the two primary candidates, as no decisive winner was announced. Opposition leader Patrick Herminie received 48.8% of the votes compared to incumbent President Wavel...
Owner: News Central Media Ltd
DFCC Bank Launches Sri Lanka’s First Blue Bond to Protect Oceans
Colombo, Oct. 1 – In a landmark step for sustainable finance, DFCC Bank has launched Sri Lanka’s first-ever Blue Bond, a Rs. 3 billion issuance dedicated to protecting marine and coastal resources. The bond, expected to receive an ‘A(EXP)(lka)’...
Owner: Non-Transparent
Qair starts construction of floating solar plant in Seychelles
Qair has launched construction of the Seysun Lagoon floating photovoltaics (PV) plant, a 5.8 MW project located in the Providence Lagoon on Mahé Island, Seychelles. The ceremony was held in the presence of Flavien Joubert, Minister of Agriculture,...
Owner: Hardy Family
Supreme Court faces key decisions on climate lawsuits targeting energy companies
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Fox News
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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A judicial consensus is forming against climate lawfare, but the U.S. Supreme Court must still end environmental extortion of American energy. In two landmark cases, the court will soon have the...
Owner: Murdoch Family
Seychelles: Runoff To Decide Presidency After First Round Stalemate
Home Africa Seychelles: Runoff To Decide Presidency After First Round Stalemate Neither candidate surpassed the 50% threshold required for an outright victory in the first round. The electoral commission said on Sunday that Seychelles’...
Owner: Nitin A. Gokhale
Top 10 strongest African currencies in September 2025
The value of a currency is largely influenced by economic diversification, monetary policies, natural resources, political stability and trade relations The Tunisian Dinar leads as the most valuable currency on the African continent The Kenyan...
Owner: Vitaliy Laptenok
Seychelles Presidential Elections 2025: What Is At Stake For India?
The 2025 presidential elections in Seychelles have entered a decisive phase, with results now forcing a runoff between the leading contenders. For Seychelles’ external partners—particularly India—the outcome holds significant implications for...
Owner: Nitin A. Gokhale
President invites Japanese business community to explore Sri Lanka’s emerging economic opportunities
– DFCC Bank has launched Sri Lanka’s first-ever Blue Bond, a landmark LKR 3 billion issuance dedicated to financing projects that protect and sustain the country’s most vital resource – the ocean. This pioneering bond, carrying an expected rating...
Owner: Welgama family
DFCC Bank issues Sri Lanka’s first Blue Bond
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Daily FT
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DFCC Bank has launched Sri Lanka’s first-ever Blue Bond, a Rs. 3 billion issuance dedicated to financing projects that protect and sustain the country’s ocean resources. The Blue Bond, carrying an expected rating of ‘A(EXP)(lka)’ from Fitch...
Owner: Wijewardene Family
Andersen Consulting Expands Capabilities in Mauritius and Seychelles
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Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 30, 2025-- Andersen Consulting bolsters its capabilities with the addition of collaborating firm Perigeum Capital Ltd, a leading corporate finance advisory firm headquartered in Mauritius with an office in...
Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles 30% Discount On Upgrades To Business October 1 – 31, 2025 (Book October 1 – 15)
Turkish Airlines has launched a discount promotion for upgrades to Business Class on select short- and medium-haul routes from October 1 to 31, 2025. Miles&Smiles members can save 30% on business class upgrades if booked October 1 – 15. You can...
Owner: Non-transparent
Seychelles to hold presidential election run-off
Seychelles will hold a run-off between the top two presidential candidates after neither won a clear majority in election results on Sunday. Opposition leader Patrick Herminie narrowly won the vote against President Wavel Ramkalawan by 48.8...
Owner: Maiden Alex Ibru
Tickmill Partners with Mashreq Bank for Local UAE Payment Options
Tickmill has expanded payment options for its United Arab Emirates (UAE) clients through a partnership with Mashreq Bank announced Sunday, allowing traders to deposit and withdraw funds in local currency through one of the country’s established...
Owner: Roger Agambire Agana
Seychelles to hold rerun presidential election as no candidate secures 50%
The electoral authority has not announced when the rerun election is expected to be held. Published On 28 Sep 202528 Sep 2025 With no outright winner, Seychelles will hold a rerun presidential election after the country’s two main contenders...
Owner: Qatari Government
Mauritius Leads, Zimbabwe Trails in Africa’s 2025 Economic Freedom Ranking
Mauritius remains Africa’s most “economically free” country, according to the “Economic Freedom of the World 2025” report released on September 25, 2025, by the Fraser Institute, a Canadian think tank. The report assesses the state of economic...
Owner: Wilf & Patricia Mbanga
Seychelles to hold rerun presidential election after no outright winner
Trying to prevent United Seychelles from returning to power, Ramkalawan seeks a second term as the leader of Africa’s smallest country. His governing Linyon Demokratik Seselwa party campaigned on economic recovery, social development and...