Saturday 30 April 2011

Did you know that the Reclamation Project is a Seychelles Success Story?

James Michel inn travay dir letan banla ti dir lanmans pwalon I so. Donn Li ankor Senk.

We have reclaimed land in order to put opportunities in the hands of Seychellois. We are consolidating that vision. With these islands we will be able to create wealth for our country. James Michel – State of the Nation Address 2011.

Expansion of the Fisheries Industry – more opportunities for investment = more jobs

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Did you know that the Reclamation Project is a Seychelles Success Story?

James Michel inn travay dir letan banla ti dir lanmans pwalon I so. Donn Li ankor Senk.

We have reclaimed land in order to put opportunities in the hands of Seychellois. We are consolidating that vision. With these islands we will be able to create wealth for our country. James Michel – State of the Nation Address 2011.

Eden Island – Creation of jobs for Seychellois

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Friday 29 April 2011

Seychelles and the Royal Wedding

 

If one decides to surf the internet with these three words, we are sure to find some interesting articles about the royal wedding and how Seychelles is somewhat involved. It has been reported in several news magazines and reports, that the deal was sealed in the Seychelles, in August 2007, when the young couple was holidaying on Desroches. The two met when they were studying History of the Arts at a University in Scotland, and came here on holiday to rekindle their romance after a brief split in 2007.
As they are both passionate by paradisiacal islands, and William being a fan of Scuba diving and snorkelling, the remote island of Desroches was the perfect haven for the couple. Though they did have to avoid paparazzi they seemed to have had an idealistic holiday and in the romantic surrounding of the island apparently decided to get married.
Now the Question is: Will they be honeymooning here?  This has been a guessing game for news tabloids across the world, especially in the UK. It has been hard though to establish, and many countries of the world have been nominated as a possibility, amongst which are two of the Seychelles Islands: Desroches and North Island.
The latest destination mentioned by Britain’s ‘Sunday Mirror’ is Lizard Island in Australia. Whether or not the young royal couple choose to come to Seychelles on honeymoon, their wedding will always be associated with that holiday on Desroches four year ago. This makes the event more special for Seychellois, as they will be joining millions of viewers around the world to watch the wedding live on TV and in their hearts wishing them both all the best as they pursue their lives as husband and wife.

Source: The People

James Michel has promised and has delivered –Donn Li Ankor Senk

 

The PROMISE

It is also my intention to create in the President’s Office a “Seychelles Bureau of Investment”. The role of this Bureau is to promote investor confidence in our economy, as well as facilitate procedures for doing business. By “investors”, I should stress that I mean Seychellois as well as foreigners! One of the major tasks of the Seychelles Bureau of Investment will be the preparation of a new Investment Code. This new Code should prove to be a key instrument for the promotion of business in Seychelles and make us more “investor-friendly”. (President Michel, State of the Nation Address June 2004).

The ACTION

Already, since the start of 2011, we are seeing an increase in the number of tourists over the corresponding period of 2010. The year 2010 was also an exceptionally good year for Foreign Direct Investment, when US$290M entered the economy. In 2011, we expect this figure to be around US$120M. The performance of the domestic economy remains very solid. ( President Michel, State of the Nation Address, 2011).

Check out: www.investinseychelles.sc

We want James

 

We are not leaving it up to chance President Michel will win this election. He has an unfinished business with the people of Seychelles. The Opposition has to get something clear, whatever matters that are still on the table, the people want them to be addressed by President James Michel.

 

Source: The People

It is our Seychellois businesses, our Seychellois workers who will define the Seychelles that we will see in 2020

All the things we have accomplished together, all the victories we aspire to achieve, began with a vision. Our conviction, confidence and determination made it possible to turn the vision into reality. It is with a clear vision that we are able to bring real benefits to our people.
Today, I would like to share with you my vision for Seychelles in 2020. Next month we will have an exposition which will show all that we can accomplish if we continue to work hard, and work together for the good of our country.
The vision rests on a fundamental principle – a better life and the wellbeing of all
Seychellois. And for us to have this better life we have to create more opportunities for our people. Every Seychellois has a share in it. Every Seychellois has to take his or her responsibility. Every Seychellois will be able to see the result of his or her work.
There was a time when, in order to overcome barriers to the development of our people, we needed large foreign investments to create growth and economic space. We depended on big hotels of renowned brands to build a name for Seychelles in tourism, for example. We shall always need investments for job creation, growth, for opportunities in tourism and other sectors that flow from these investments.
But, more than ever, it is our Seychellois businesses, our Seychellois workers who will define the Seychelles that we will see in 2020.

Thursday 28 April 2011

Nou Konfidan!

 

Tim Lepep pe al ganny ankor senkan pour travay pour pep Seselwa. Prezidan Michel, en kandida pare e konfidan, pa pe debout zis pour manm e siporter Parti Lepep me pour tou Seselwa.

Vot pour li e asire ki ou lavi pe al amelyor ankor bokou plis. Pa les ou reste deryer akoz apretou ou pou regrete.

Source: People Plus

Wednesday 27 April 2011

Fer aranz mon vilaz

 

“Nou Prezidan pe fer bokou pour bann zenn, pe donn nou bokou loportinite me fodre pa ki i oubliy nou veteran – se par zot ki ozordi  nou’n ariv isi.

Kot MCB kot mon travay mon tya kontan ganny sans devlope. Pour le  moman mon ganny difikilte pour kapab trouv en letan pour fer letid apre ler. Sans dan nou pei i la, mon osi mon anvi profite.
Isi Roche Caiman, sa bout ki Eden pe adopte, mon tya kontan Prezidan tya met presyon pour zot ed distrik aranz sa landrwa pour fer li modern.
Prezidan pou ganny son eleksyon -  nou bezwen donn li sipor pour li siport nou plis”.

Renatta Michel

Source: Peopleplus

Tuesday 26 April 2011

Prezidan ki’n get dan mon welfer

“Dir sa ki zot oule, koman en travayer IOT mon konnen se mon Prezidan ki pe fer mwan ganny mon larzan – enkli mon lakaz. Gete ou menm, zistans mon Prezidan in fer mwan arive dan mon lavi.

Ki pri lavi? Mon pa war okenn problenm dan Sesel akoz mon Prezidan i rezourd. Mon pe viv ek mon msye ek mon de fiy byen menm.
Mon kontan mon Prezidan.  I pou ganny ankor senkan pour donn mwan ek mon fanmiy plis ankor. Lopozisyon pa koste kot mwan – mon dir zot vir lo menm bor. Pa zot ki fer keksoz pour mwan”.

Madeleine Canaya

 

 

Source: Peopleplus

He has Promised–He has Delivered

Seychelles gets state-of-the-art diagnostic complex. Seychelles can now do 97% of all medical diagnosis locally following the official opening of the US $10 million Sheikh Khalifa Diagnostic Centre at the main hospital yesterday.

Guests viewing the state-of-the-art facilities in the new centre

Modern equipment at the centre will also cut the speed at which diagnosis of many illnesses including breast cancer are done, reducing patients’ waiting time.

President James Michel unveiled the plaque to officially open the centre in the presence of the United Arab Emirates’ Health Minister Dr Hanif Hassen Al Qassim, Vice-President Danny Faure, our Health Minister Dr Erna Athanasius and other dignitaries.President Michel unveils the plaque to officially open the centre

Dr Qassim unveiled the building name’s plaque indicating it has been funded, built and given to Seychelles by the President of the UAE Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The consultant in charge of radiological services at the Seychelles Hospital Dr Radha Krishan Verma then took the guests around the modern facility.

Dr Verma said the centre will completely change the way diagnosis is done at the hospital, saying for example,  x-ray images will be relayed by digital means making the traditional x-ray films unnecessary.

“It will also be possible to retrieve a patient’s records immediately or send them to other hospitals in a matter of seconds as soon as these other centres get their computer terminals,” he said.

The machines at the hospital are also so fast that while the older ones needed people to hold down some agitated patients not to move, “these ones is so fast we will easily get the images we need”, he said, giving the new Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment as an example.

It was Dr Verma who said 97% of the diagnosis can now be done here, and that the centre – which starts working today, has teleconference facilities through which doctors here can consult with others overseas once it is linked by satellite.

President Michel later said:

“This centre will radically transform our health system, and give the specialised tools for the early detection of diseases and medical conditions. We are now able to create the platform to ensure that advanced medical treatment can be offered in our country. This centre has the best facilities for diagnosis and will provide opportunities for health professionals to train and develop their capacities, as well as help their patients more effectively.

Exchanging of gifts

“We are deeply grateful to the President and the people of the United Arab Emirates for this generous gift. It is a testament to the special friendship between Seychelles and the UAE, and it reminds us of the great importance we give to the health and wellbeing of our people,” said Mr Michel.

He said the diagnostic centre is an important step towards improving the health system, as it will enable early detection of medical conditions, but that ultimately health promotion work also needs to be done to ensure that healthy living is encouraged in order to enable disease control and prevention.

Dr Qassim thanked the people of Seychelles for their friendly nature and conveyed the greetings of the people of the UAE especially Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

“Our two countries enjoy close ties with the friendly relations shared between our two leaders, HH Sheikh  Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and President James Alix Michel,” he said.

“It is with this spirit of friendship that we are celebrating the opening of a very important centre for health care.”

He said the project is important to the people of the UAE and has the latest equipment.
“We know that early detection is the most effective way to manage and cure diseases,” he said, adding that is what the centre will be able to do.

“Our common interests in health care are aligned. We both care deeply about the health of our people and this partnership expresses our commitment to each other in this regard.

“We look forward to hearing many success stories from this centre. Please share these stories with us so we can celebrate the successes with you,” he said.
Dr Athanasius, who prior to her appointment was working at the hospital as a doctor, said:

“Most of us remember the dark, crammed old x-ray building which stood not far from here less than two years ago.
“It represented another time, a past tense, and it was, slowly but surely, becoming an affront to our modern health care system.

“Medical practitioners and other health professionals will no doubt remember how we had vociferously called on government to do something promptly.

The magnificent two-storey diagnostic centre proudly poised at the heart of health care in Seychelles

“At no time, however, did we expect that the old building would be totally brought down to the ground and that something this grand would replace it!

“As usual, government has more than taken note of our request and surpassed our expectations by every measure possible.

“Through the resolute personal intervention of President Michel, and  the generosity of His Highness, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, this magnificent two-storey building is now proudly poised at the heart of health care in Seychelles.”

She thanked Mr Michel and Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, “for this great gift to the people of Seychelles”.
Father Roger Decommarmond and Imam Ahmed Labiche blessed the new facility.

Source: Seychelles Nation

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Our Heroes, Our People are Safe!

Rescued hostages say happy to be still in Seychelles. The four Seychellois fishermen who were taken hostage by pirates last Tuesday would have arrived in Somalia this week if they had not been rescued by the Seychelles Coast Guard.

One of them, Bernard Reginald, and relatives of the others, told Nation during the weekend they were grateful that Seychelles authorities acted swiftly to stop them sailing towards Somalia as they were being commandeered to do by the pirates.

“Yes, it is a good policy and I’m of course very happy to be in Seychelles rather than in Somalia,” said Mr Reginald from the Seychelles Hospital where he was able to write or eat using his injured hand after it had been operated on following injuries he got during the rescue.

“The bullet has been removed and I’m okay,” he said.

The Seychelles Coast Guard last Wednesday rescued Frank Orphé, Beatty Soufe, Angelin Dorizo and Mr Reginald, and captured the seven Somali pirates who had seized their fishing vessel Gloria.

The three fishermen on their arrival at the coastguard headquarters on Thursday.

Mr Reginald was flown to Mahé for treatment while the other fishermen arrived at the coastguard headquarters on Thursday.

Mr Reginald at the Seychelles Hospital

They were received by President James Michel, Designated Minister Vincent Meriton who heads the committee responsible for counselling and helping families of piracy victims, Minister Joёl Morgan who heads the High-Level Committee on Piracy, Chief of Defence Forces Brigadier Leopold Payet and relatives of the fishermen.

Mr Michel – who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces – congratulated the Seychelles Coast Guard, the Tazar force and the Seychelles People’s Defence Forces (SPDF) units who took part in the operation to rescue the fishermen.

President Michel congratulates members of the armed forces on a job well done

“It is the third time we have managed to rescue our Seychellois fishermen from the pirates, it is yet another victory for Seychelles! …. I would like to congratulate our armed forces; our coast guard, our air force, our special forces Tazar, for this combined operation which has resulted in the rescue of our Seychellois fishermen,” he said.

President Michel receiving some of the rescued fishermen“I share in the pride and the joy of the Seychellois people and their families, welcoming them back. They have done a marvelous job, a great job!” said Mr Michel at the coast guard base.

He said the people of Seychelles are proud of the armed forces and asked them to continue to do a great job in protecting the country from pirate attacks.

The president also thanked the government of India for the air surveillance support that was provided by the Indian Dornier Aircraft during the operation.

“With the help of friendly countries such as India and the UAE, who have provided an airplane and five patrol vessels, we have been able to conduct our operations successfully.”

He greeted the commanding officer of the Andromache Captain Fernand Laporte and the three Seychellois fishermen, as well as all the officers of the SPDF who took part in the operation.

“We share the joy of their families in their safe return. As I said before, we will never let the pirates take our Seychellois fishermen to Somalia. We will do everything it takes to protect them and bring them home safely. We have shown the world that we can do it!”
This is the first operation, where a female officer of the Seychelles Coast Guard Dianna Sanguignon, has taken part.

One of the former hostages receives a heartfelt welcome from family members and relatives

The Seychelles Coast Guard carried out the first rescue mission to free Seychellois fishermen from pirates was on March 29, 2010 when six crew members of the Galate fishing vessel were rescued , together with 21 Iranian men, while nine Somali pirates were arrested.

The second time was on November 20, 2010, when seven Seychellois fishermen were rescued on the Faith vessel, and 11 pirates arrested.

Brigadier Payet said the SPDF plans the missions and presents the options to Mr Michel who approves the action to be taken.

“It was after the first operation that Mr Michel said as long as he is the president and commander-in-chief, he would do all that is possible to ensure none of us is taken to Somalia by pirates.

Source: Seychelles Nation

Monday 25 April 2011

Woman in the forefront - First woman in rescue mission ‘victory for Seychelles’


Private Dianna Sanguignon took part in the mission to rescue our fishermen from their Somali captors, becoming the first Seychellois woman to be involved in such an operation.

A relaxed and smiling Private Sanguignon in front of the Andromache, after the operation to intercept, disarm and arrest the suspected pirates, rescue the fishermen and bring them homePresident James Michel who met the former hostages who arrived on the Coast Guard vessel Andromache on Thursday (read story on page 3), said her involvement was another victory for Seychelles.

A smiling Private Sanguignon told Nation she and her colleagues were well prepared and adequately equipped for the mission “and there was nothing to fear”.

She urged more Seychellois women to join the Seychelles People’s Defence Forces which she said offers many chances for training and advancement “with increasing opportunities especially now that a new base is being built”.

“I came to the coast guard straight from training upon my request and I saw nothing for us to fear as we are well-trained how to handle and use our weapons,” she said.

Miss Sanguignon joined the coastguard in August.
She described how the coastguard disarmed one of the suspects whom she said had a deadly rocket-propelled grenade launcher by shooting him in the arm.

“The others had self-loading rifles, some of which did not seem to function very well during the exchange of fire with us,” she said.

Her main role was to handle communication and navigation equipment, she said.
One of the suspected pirates died of his wounds when he was being transported to the Seychelles Hospital, where fisherman Bernard Reginald yesterday said he is doing well after surgery to remove a bullet from his arm.

Mr Michel reaffirmed his resolve to never – “by the grace of God” – allow any of our fishermen be taken to Somalia by pirates and pledged Seychelles “determination to defend itself from aggression particularly by Somali pirates”.

“We have sent another strong message to the pirates and shown the international community that Seychelles may be small but you cannot play around with it.

“Seychellois are a determined nation when they decide to take necessary action.”

He noted the role our friendly partners have played through his successful active diplomacy policy where other countries have helped us acquire faster boats which can reach farther to save any of our fishermen seized by pirates.
Their role shows no country can live in isolation in today’s world and each needs friends to realise certain goals, he said.
“Our soldiers are well-equipped to discharge their responsibility.”

Mr Michel stressed precautions are always taken to ensure our fishermen’s lives are not threatened during rescue missions but added in such confrontations when attacked one has to defend oneself and take the extra measures needed to retake the hostages.

He said in such situations there is always some regrettable risk of injuries taking place.

“It is not our intention to kill Somalis but unfortunately they were armed and fired at us so we too had to take measures to protect ourselves and save our fellow Seychellois,” he said, noting some have so far died.

“They came and started war with us and naturally we had to defend ourselves and take back our people.”

Mr Michel said the plan to repatriate Somali pirates convicted by our courts is making good progress, noting Minister Morgan has just returned from negotiations over this.

Mr Morgan – who heads the High Level Committee on Piracy is expected to brief the press on latest developments tomorrow.

During the interview, Mr Michel said our forces are the most vigilant in the region against pirates and even without piracy we would still maintain a keen watch over our waters.

He gave the example of last week’s operation where aerial surveillance was involved along with the regular coastguard and the special force Tazar along with the other partnerships mention in the main article on the rescue mission.

He said surveillance will continue to see if there is a Mother ship from which the suspects possibly came for “we will not play games with pirates because they are not coming for us to play with them”.

“We are serious, vigilant and will never rest on our laurels,” said Mr Michel.

Source: Seychelles Nation

Sunday 24 April 2011

You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you can not fool all of the people all of the time. Abraham Lincoln.

IDC sets the record straight
The Islands Development Company (IDC) has issued the following press release in response to the article entitled “Is Glenny Savy corrupt” which was published in the Le Nouveau Seychelles Weekly newspaper, Volume 10, ISSUE No.14, dated 14th April 2011.

The IDC press release says the article in question made “a number of incorrect statements”, and that the press release “seeks to address and correct these inaccuracies”. The quotes below are from the article.

“IDC is currently running an illegal construction company…..”

The Islands Development Company (IDC) has a Building Contractors Licence, No. 129464, which authorises IDC to provide services as a BUILDING CONTRACTOR CLASS 1. IDC obtained its first Building Licence in September 2008, licence, which has been renewed annually, thereafter.

“We also know of a newly built guest house on Remire……..The guest house  is also unlicensed”
IDC is in possession of a license under the heading “ACCOMODATION, CATERING, ENTERTAINMENT (GUEST HOUSE)”, Licence No. 142706, which authorises IDC to keep/manage a guest house of up to 23 rooms on premises, on the islands of Farquhar, Silhouette, Desroches, Remire, Platte and Alphonse. IDC has at all times operated the guest houses with appropriate authorisation and, with the knowledge of the authorities.

“Money is transferred regularly into bank accounts in Mauritius”
IDC has obtained necessary authorisation from its Board of Directors and where applicable, approval by the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank for all its bank accounts, including the bank account in Mauritius.

Furthermore, IDC’s accounts are audited annually by the reputable, local firm, of “Pool & Patel” Chartered Accountants.
In addition to that, IDC’s accounts were audited by “Ernest &Young”, an International Firm of Chartered Accountants, as part of the macro-economic reform program, as required by the government. 
The audited report by “Ernest & Young” was subsequently submitted to the ‘Finance and Public Accounts Committee’ of the National Assembly.   

IDC met with the said Committee on March 19, 2010, to discuss the findings of this audit report, all of which was done with total transparency.

IDC, like any other companies, incorporated under the Companies Act 1972, also lodges its audited accounts with the Registry of Companies every year. The accounts are opened for inspection by the public.

IDC re-iterates that all the above and other allegations made in the article about the chief executive officer of IDC, and IDC itself, are deliberately malicious, and unfounded in nature. The article constitutes another attempt to tarnish the image and reputation of Mr Glenny Savy, IDC and its partners for reasons best known to the author of the article.

Source: Seychelles Nation

Under my leadership, Seychelles will never be left behind. Under my direction, we shall ensure victory for Seychelles

James Michel has promised and has Delivered!

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We have also heard much talk about the relations that Seychelles enjoys with its privileged partners. It bothers them that these countries or organisations are giving us grants or loans.

Some people ask why Seychelles is receiving all these grants. I am even accused of selling Seychelles to foreign countries. They asked why India has recently offered an aircraft for our Coast Guard, and an IT Centre. Why is China building schools, hospitals and houses, the National Assembly building, and soon the Judiciary building? Why is the European Union continuing to help us in the fisheries sector, and more recently in the battle against piracy? Why has Abu Dhabi so generously offered us assistance worth over US$150M – for housing projects, a naval base, radar system, diagnostic centre, 40 buses, facilities for information technology education, electricity generators, wind farms, and others? Does this mean I am
selling Seychelles to foreign countries? Are these donations for me personally, or for all the people of Seychelles?

Why would these partners not help Seychelles? Is it because Seychelles does not deserve to have friendly countries who appreciate it and want to help it? Why should we be left behind? For as long as I lead this country, for as long as I exhort Seychellois to get up and strive for themselves, I shall also get up and strive for Seychelles. I shall continue to look for what’s best for our people. Under my leadership, Seychelles will never be left behind. Under my direction, we shall ensure victory for Seychelles.

Saturday 23 April 2011

James Michel–A Public President

 

Since his accession to power seven years ago, ‘our President’ has not ceased to grow, learn, listen and be there for his people. James Michel is known to be ‘the president of the people’ as he has been doing everything that will get him nearer to them and keep them close to his heart. He listens to their concern, hears their cries, reaches out to them in some of their greatest moment, and present in difficult ones. Other than visiting their homes, districts, places of work he remains accessible on the internet on a 24-hr basis. This means that people having access to the internet can connect either to; follow him on a daily basis via twitter, read about him on his own website (www.jamesmichel2011.com) become a fan, voice out why they support him, comment on segments of his speeches, and even send him a message via mail or on face book.
The question now is: Will he answer? Guess what? As a face book subscriber I did the test, and requested an interview for this article via face book. It was answered within 24 hours. This proved what friends, colleagues and people I spoke to; saying that he does answer, and in some cases refers their concerns to relevant people. As a result they are able to pursue further and most of the time manage to find a solution to their problems.
“I am very proud of you mr president. I will definitely get one of your book.You inspired a lot of people and I am one of them”
Comments like this are posted all over his wall along with words of support for the forthcoming election. This with several news segments especially where he has been involved with the youth, and how he is gearing up for the forthcoming election makes up an interesting face book wall. Those who are not fans of reading can enjoy a selection of photos mostly of his recent visits to the people out there.
On Twitter one can watch videos, some of them loaded on you tube in order to keep abreast with what he is doing, and what the youths are saying about him.
His blog is another interactive space where people voice out reasons why they support President James Michel, and where one can further read about his visions for this country. We are here referring to that same vision that was elegantly mapped out in the 2020 expo. The blog is also a place where one can also subscribe to become a fan.
‘Of course, it remains my responsibility to listen, to appraise and consider. It is my responsibility to take decisions. And I will make decisions with the best interests of Seychelles and the Seychellois people in mind...’ (Extract from President on face book)
President Michel is indeed a modern president, up to date with technology hence to the needs of his people.  He is always doing something yet always connected; playing in the ring of the greatest, like one of the most popular Presidents of the decade; Head of State of America Mr. Barrack Obama. Mr. Obama used the same communication strategy, and had a willingness to experiment modern tool, and his campaign turned out to be one of the most successful. Mr. Michel is sure to succeed, and his name will go down in history as a great communicator, and one who has had great success with the youths.

Source: The People

Friday 22 April 2011

James Michel - kandida pour tou Seselwa

 

Son slogan – En Nouvo Sesel – pa zis pour manm e siporter Parti Lepep. Prezidan Michel pe al rod ankor en manda senkan pour li kontinny en travay ki in komanse pour tou Seselwa. Konmdir sanson, nou lo menm bato.

Sa ki dir in mal pase e krwar ti rezon pour li zwenn lopozisyon, Prezidan Michel in dir ki in ler pour kit vye politik deryer e ranplas avek sa nouvo vizyon partaze ki sa nouvo Sesel pe targete. Sa vizyon pa pres sanzman me fer sanzman.
Manm e siporter Parti Lepep dan 25 enm Kongre Parti in pran en desizyon pour met li koman kandida prezidansyel akoz zot annan konfyans ki Prezidan Michel pour kontinyen donn Sesel sa ki meyer.
Dan son manifesto apele – En Plan pour Ou - Prezidan ek son vis prezidan Danny Faure pa pe kit okenn Seselwa deryer. Sa dokiman, ki kontyen nide ek refleksyon son bann siporter, i garanti plis lozman, lanplwa, loportinite biznes, meyer sistenm lasante, ledikasyon eksetera … pour tou Seselwa. Parey Prezidan Michel in dir, Parti pe servi bann prensip ki Per Fondater in kit dan Parti. Prensip ki dabor in permet SPUP met fondasyon ek sa batiman ki apel Sesel, SPPF in batir miray e Parti Lepep pe met kouvertir e pe fini sa ledifis – en ledifis ki tou Seselwa i annan en par ladan.
Prezidan Michel pe lans en lapel pour plis solidarite, plis linite e in dir avek pep Seselwa ki ansanm nou merit reste lo sa semen ki nou’n komanse, avek plis determinasyon pour realiz son vizyon pour Sesel.
Prezidan ti dir: “Pep Seselwa i anpe ek son lekor. Pep Seselwa i anpe ek lemonn. Mon mesaz alor se annou ansanm kree en nouvo Sesel.”

Source: The People

Women in the forefront

Women’s football - Lioness Federation Cup winners
Lioness dared challenge La Digue Veuve and they eventually beat them for the women’s Federation Cup.

LIONESS … Federation Cup winners

Formerly United Sisters and winners of the title in 2007 and 2008, Lioness celebrated winning their first trophy this year after last Saturday’s 3-1 win over La Digue Veuve.

Experienced midfielder Vesna César gave Lioness the lead as early as the second minute and Cressida Moustache doubled their advantage before half-time by beating goalkeeper Sheryl Volcy.

La Digue Veuve reduced the deficit through captain Natacha Bibi whose free-kick hit the underside of the crossbar before crossing the goal-line.

Although Bibi tried hard to get her team back on level terms, she failed to do so as she was thwarted by goalkeeper Marie-Annette Esparon and the goal post.

Laura Adrienne put the final nail in La Digue Veuve’s coffin with Lioness’ third goal after pouncing on a loose ball in the penalty area.

Lioness’ win prevented La Digue Veuve from lifting a second cup this year after they beat Olympia Cost 4-0 to retain the Patron’s Cup. Player of the year Bibi scored all of La Digue Veuve’s four goals.

G. G.

Source: Seychelles Nation

Thursday 21 April 2011

Nou Sanpyon– James Michel

 

Premye zanfan madanm Simone Michel-Charles, ki aze 90 an, James Michel in erit en leker partaze, zis e onnet. I ankor en zanfan obeisan, prensip ki permet li kapab komande avek entegrite. I’n grandi lo bon valer e avek respe pour spirityalite, i pa zis Prezidan me osi zanmi tou Seselwa.
Lepep in met konfyans dan Michel, ki pa’n zanmen aret travay pour Sesel malgre in ler pour en prosen eleksyon. Prezidan, sa dimoun zenere e responsab in fini komans egzekit son plan pour Sesel, letan i pe demann son pep pour tyonbo lanmen, i pe fer le neseser pour donn sakenn son merit.
Son lanmour pour Sesel i sitan gran, tou Seselwa i form parti son rev - bann ki annan lentere biznes, ki dakor pour leve debrouye, ki pran son letid aker, ki met son fanmiy premye e ki krwar parey li dan fer lavi abordab e adorab pour tou Seselwa. Prezidan i krwar sa ki meyer i merit ganny partaze avek travayer Seselwa.
Prezidan i annan konfidans dan son lekor.  I konnen ki pou fer pour fer son pep kontan. I konnen ki pou fer pour fer son pei progrese. I konnen i pa bezwen laglwar me en konsyans kler.
I pa’n fasil. I’n ganny pei o menm moman kot en kriz mondyal in pet son vilen latet e afekte nou pti Sesel. Prezidan in azir kouraze e baze lo prensip fondamantal son Parti, valer ki in grandi avek e son talan natirel, in sirmont lobstak e ganny loportinite pour komans donn Seselwa sa ki meyer. Prezidan in viz son fles e tap Sesel ek lagrenn sikse.
Premye tape lagrenn in fini bourzonnen e la i reste pour li fleri. Prezidan i bezwen senkan pour fer li. I napa led en zeni, i pe senpleman met tou son lenerzi - I krwar dan travay dir e malgre sa, i premye pour ekout Per-Fondater ki krwar ki pa reste bokou pour fer pour ariv kot nou’n destinen.

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He promised and he delivered

China hands over new Anse Royale hospital. Chinese ambassador Wang Weiguo yesterday said our health care system is so good that it is the envy of many countries.

He made the remarks as he handed over the 50-bed, R40 million Anse Royale hospital to the Ministry of Health in a ceremony held at its Seychelles Hospital headquarters.

Mr Wang and Dr Athanasius exchange documents after the signing

Health Minister Dr Erna Athanasius signed the handover documents on behalf of Seychelles in the presence of senior embassy and ministry officials including principal secretary Dr Bernard Valentin.

Also there were people from the company that built the hospital, the Qingjian Group of Qingdao, which also helped put the Seychelles Bureau of Standards complex, the Baie Lazare and Au Cap primary schools as well as a number of government and private housing projects.

Mr Wang said everybody hopes for a long and healthy life without having to go to hospital but added sometimes we are all forced to seek medical attention.

“In every country the health care is the main concern of people and we in China have achieved the goal of establishing a medical system to care for everyone,” he said.

He said in pursuit of delivering the best possible health care to the people, the government of China agreed to build the Anse Royale hospital in its sincere support for Seychelles’ efforts.

Although China is developing fast and is “a bit stronger than before”, it’s policy is not to be a single world power, he said.

“Our foreign policy is to promote common development and build a harmonised world.

“China will continue to stand with the people of Seychelles. We will continue to support each other. This is my promise and also the promise of my government.”

Dr Athanasius noted work to build the hospital started in June 2009 and steps to move into the new facility will now start and be completed in a few weeks for it to be ready for the official opening.

She thanked the People’s Republic of China for “being an ardent supporter of the government of Seychelles in the health and other sectors”.

She said Seychelles has got technical assistance from China over the past 35 years.

“We now have 11 Chinese doctors and two nurses working with us,” she said, adding some of them give traditional Chinese medicine.

She said the new hospital represents a strong bond between the two countries.

The new regional hospital can take 20 male, 20 female and 10 child inpatients at any one time and will offer a 24-hour service.

The new Anse Royale hospital has been officially handed over to the Seychelles government

It also has a rehabilitation and physiotherapy room, which will offer acupuncture treatment among its services.

It also has a labour room, an accident and emergency unit with a special treatment room and its own reception as well as an operating theatre and X-ray facilities.

Source: Seychelles Nation

Wednesday 20 April 2011

Women in the forefront of Seychelles Development

Over 60 maritime students graduate and Meggy Gertrude wins President’s Cup. Meggy Gertrude emerged as the most outstanding performer among a group of over 60 students from the Maritime Training Centre (MTC) who graduated yesterday.

Meggy followed an advanced certificate course in navigation and seamanship.

President Michel presents Meggy with her trophy

Taking place at the University of Seychelles’ auditorium, the graduation ceremony saw 63 students receive their certificates of completion in four different fields at various levels. These were advanced certificate in navigation and seamanship, advanced marine mechanics, advanced certificate in fisheries science and basic fisheries science.

Several guests were present for the event, including President James Michel, cabinet ministers and other high-ranking government officials and parents.
A very strong maritime theme was set for the occasion, with the decorations used including ropes, nets, buoys, fish trap and even an aquarium with live fish in it.

Apart from the certificates, there were also awards for supplementary modules, of which basic fire-fighting went to Russel Victor, basic first aid won by Connie Anthony, personal survival techniques and personal safety and social responsibilities clinched by Veronique Agricole.

There were also prizes for overall best performers for each course, where basic fisheries science was won by Roland Quatre, advanced certificate in fisheries science by Shareefa Cadeau, advanced certificate in navigation and seamanship by Meggy Gertrude and advanced certificate in marine mechanics went to Ramilla Nalletamby.

The MTC acting director Brian Hoareau said the new MTC being built is almost finished and will have “excellent training facilities” such as specialist rooms with the relevant simulator software for computer-based training in navigation and marine mechanics, fisheries laboratory and conference room.

Mr Michel presented Meggy with the President’s Cup and also a laptop, sponsored by him. Meggy also won a return ticket to one of three destinations, as well as cash prizes.

A former Polytechnic business studies graduate, Gertrude is a well known sportswoman in the sailing discipline and said she was not really expecting such a prize but had given her all during her two-year course.

“I have always loved the sea, ever since I was a child. For now I am focusing on training for the Indian Ocean Islands Games to be hosted here in August and after that will figure out my next step, although I wouldn’t eliminate another course, maybe at university level,” she said.

Father Roger Decommarmond was also present to bless the young graduates and all else present, reciting a verse from the bible relating to the sea, then wished them good luck in their future endeavours.

Seychelles Nation will have more details of the graduation ceremony in one of its next issues.

Source: Seychelles Nation

Valerie–Never give upon what you want!

Up Close … with Valerie Gabrielle, Polytechnic graduate and President’s Cup winner
‘Never give up on what you want’
Her charming personality was immediately apparent when we met. Sitting on a ledge outside of the Pension Fund office, wearing a sunny yellow top and a bright smile, Valerie Gabrielle was the picture of confidence.

Winner of the President’s Cup at the recent Seychelles Polytechnic graduation ceremony,A proud Valerie with her trophies on graduation day business studies student Valerie is overjoyed with her accomplishments but had not been expecting to receive this prestigious award.

“I really was expecting the cup to go to another student from our year,” she said.

“It was only when they mentioned an international trip for peer educators at the Youth Centre that I had a strong feeling they were talking about me.”

The President’s Cup has been a long-standing tradition in Seychelles’ academic circles and is considered one of the most prestigious awards of its kind.

That said, it is no easy feat to be considered for the award as there are certain requirements and criteria attached to the cup. Valerie passed them with flying colours.

Seychelles Polytechnic director Joan Amade said Valerie was among the top 10% of students who did well academically. She was also commended for her behaviour, attendance, punctuality, interaction and overall attitude towards her peers and lecturers.

Another important criterion is a student’s involvement in extracurricular activities at the polytechnic, national and international level -- three areas in which Valerie excelled. She took part in the polytechnic sports and open days as well as national competitions and a forum in Kenya, to name a few.

Valerie also took part in volleyball, athletics, the Creole Festival and the Subios competitions at secondary level. She was an active member of the Polytechnic student committee of which she was appointed chairperson.
A resident of Anse des Genets and the second of four children, Valerie is the only girl among her siblings, and she sometimes finds herself taking over the role of “second mother” to her younger brothers.

“On most days mum works from 8 to 10pm so it is up to me to cook, babysit and clean the house,” she said with a sigh.
Valerie admits she grouses a lot more than she should.
“But I get over it just as quick,” she said giggling.

Valerie began working with Pension Fund in 2009 while on attachment. Later, because of her performance, punctuality and display of responsibility, they called her back to work there on a part-time basis. Now that she has completed her studies at the Seychelles Polytechnic, Valerie works there full time.

“This is my first job,” she told Nation. “I really want to be an accounts assistant but I need all the experience and confidence this job can offer me, so I’m sticking with it until then.”

Valerie’s secondary years were spent at Pointe Larue school where her favourite subject was English – a far cry from her chosen field in accounting.

“I couldn’t stand the sciences,” she said with a laugh.

“However, one of my teachers, ‘Miss’ Rosemary changed my opinions on that.”

Valerie remembers being continuously pushed to study until finally she understood somewhat the ins and outs of science.

“It’s still not my favourite,” she said with a smile. “But at least now it’s tolerable.”

Valerie studied office management at the Seychelles Polytechnic and remembers it being tough. Her first choice however was to become a social worker and study at the National Institute of Health and Social Studies.

“Unfortunately, when the final job availability list was released, social work wasn’t on offer,” she said.
“I don’t regret it though. Even if the course was a bit tough, I always had the encouragement from my mum to keep pushing.”

Her mother, Daniella Chang-Time, wasn’t the only person cheering on the sidelines, however. Valerie remembers a lot of difficulties trying to get where she is now and the many people who have helped her along her path.

“I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for the help of my secondary teachers, ‘Miss’ Rosemary Auguste and ‘Sir’ Franky,” she admitted. “At post secondary level, it was ‘Miss’ Lisbie Denis and ‘Miss’ Gentille.”

In the future, Valerie hopes she will get the opportunity to attend an international course in accounting.

“I am currently saving as I want to take up some local courses offered at the Seychelles Institute of Management first,” she let on. “I want to move forward – not stay in the same place”.

As all teenagers do, Valerie also had a fairly active social life; although, not in the exact same way as most would assume.

Valerie enjoys socialising with different people from different age groups. She rarely, if ever, goes out with friends. She is active on the district committee and dedicates most of her time to the monthly activities hosted for the youth in the district.

“I thought twice about going out most of the time,” she said.

“I knew that if I started partying hard, I would eventually forget about studying all together and focus on merely having fun; so I simply made the decision to stick to my studies and that was that.”

Valerie mostly keeps to herself and passes her free time at home with a good book or listening to her favourite music.

“There are many substance-related incidents in and around the area,” she said.

“I would much rather stay indoors than get influenced.”

Valerie enjoys community work and wishes she could dedicate more time to the poor and downtrodden of our society; which is why Angelina Jolie is her biggest inspiration.

Jolie, a popular actress and the Global Ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, is in charge of many charities and funds for people who need help around the world.

“I wish I could be more like her,” said Valerie.

Many students out there are just like Valerie – striving for success no matter what; and her advice to all those who would like to eventually be the best person they can be and achieve their goals is to persevere.

“Never give up on what you want,” she said. “Once you have set your target, go for it! Even if there seems to be hurdles in your way, do not let anything or anybody discourage you. With perseverance, you will eventually get where you want to go.”

When asked how she felt about Valerie’s achievements, her mother said:

“If Valerie won the cup, she definitely deserved it. She worked hard and made a lot of sacrifices. She has made me very proud.”

By Rebecca Chang-Tave

Source: Seychelles Nation

Tuesday 19 April 2011

En group zenn avek en diferans

 

Sa ti fason ki Madanm Marie-Louise Potter, dirizan zafer gouvernman dan Lasanble Nasyonal, ki  osi manm Komite Santral Parti Lepep Anse Etoile, ti dekrir sa gran nonm zenn sa distrik ki ti’n reponn a lenvitasyon pour en rankont Sanmdi pase dan Sant Kominoter Anse Etoile.
Sa rankont ki  ti’n ganny organize pour tou zenn aze 18 a 23 an  ti ganny anime par de konsiltan Seselwaz  ki ti adres  size “ Youth Empowerment” e “Bridging the generation Gap”, de size ki ti vreman enteres sa group zenn. Sa de  prezantasyon ti donn bann zenn  nouvo konesans e zouti pour analiz pli byen sa ki pe pase otour zot e konpran pli byen staz devlopman ki zot pe pas ladan.
Kan i ti pran laparol, Madanm Potter ti dir ki i ti’n envit tou zenn sa laz malgre zot diferan krwayans  politik, relizye ou ot,  akoz pour li tou zenn Anse Etoile i enportan e kapab fer en diferans dan zot distrik e zot pei. I ti dekrir  sak zenn koman en zetwal  ki annan menm lenportans parmi  tou lezot zetwal dan lesyel. “Every star is important to the sky e fodre pa zot les personn fer zot krwar otreman”, i ti dir.
Madanm Potter ti dekrir Anse Etoile koman en distrik ki annan en labondans  potansyel e loportinite pour atrape, e demann bann zenn pour reziste tou tantasyon divizyon,  mansonz e kalomni  ki  serten politisyen  i esey propaze dan  bann morso papye ki zot partaze dan kominote.
Sa sirpriz ki tou zenn ti pe espere pour war ti finalman mont lo lasenn e egey lafoul avek sa  talan  ekstraordiner ki i anan pour fer  riye ziska ou vant i fermal. Sa ti pa lot ki  Verna ki  ti’n retourn ankor Anse Etoile pour partaz en moman detant, safwasi avek  bann zenn parey li.
Verna ti rakont son leksperyans kan i ti al vote pour premye fwa ansanm avek son msye Zonas ki son kateter ti pe sorti  telman i ti pe get bann pti ‘top up’ dan lalinny vote. Ti tro bon e  pa bezwen dir ou manrmay ti toufe riye.
En zenn fiy ti dir nou zournalis ki malgre i ti’n ganny dir  ki sa ti pou en aktivite zis politik, in tre enpresyonnen avek sa ki in tande e trouve e in demande ki bann rankont parey i devret ganny  fer pli souvan. Madanm Potter in  remersye tou zenn ki ti prezan e bann ki ti donn leskiz akoz zot pa ti kapab vini, tou bann ki’n travay ansanm avek li pour fer sa rankont en gran sikse.

Source: The People

You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you can not fool all of the people all of the time. Abraham Lincoln.

SFA reveals Regar’s lies about new access channel at Anse Marie-Louise

The Seychelles Fishing Authority ( SFA)  has said  that the cutting of a safe access channel  was to ensure the security of fishermen and other people venturing out to sea from this part of South Mahe and not  linked to any purchase of land  by any foreign investor.
SFA official Clifford Toussaint said that plans for a safe access channel at Anse Marie-Louise had been on the agenda for some time. The first such attempt was made some seven years ago and again, two years ago. This month, the navigational buoys and lights have also been installed in the middle of the channel, about 20 metres wide.
Regar had in its issue of February 18, claimed that President Michel had visited the area earlier this year, during a tour of Takamaka- because he was “concerned with widening the pass in the reef in order to allow large boats to come in with materials for Arab investors.”
The allegation is clearly false and malicious. At Anse Marie-Louise, fishermen, whose boats can be seen anchored in the bay or laid up on the beach, have welcomed the move and said the new channel  will reduce the risks for them, especially at night.
One of them, Francois Mondon, said it will allow fishermen to put to sea or get to shore at any time of the day or night. He said because of the waves and currents during the south-east monsoon, there have been several drownings in the past.
Mr Toussaint  said the operation can only be carried out in March to April when the sea is calm and the water very clear.  He also said that flat-bottomed boats were needed, such as “Praslin Hero” or “ Praslin Dolphin”. Also needed were divers and a range of equipment to instal the navigational buoys with security lights.
He said navigational buoys, which can be sighted four miles out at sea, have been installed in other parts of Mahe. But occasionally, they are tampered with or parts stolen.  Mr. Toussaint said the components were expensive and moreover, thieves will be putting lives at risk.

Monday 18 April 2011

Mersi pou zot konfyans dan mwan.

Mersi

O-fon mon mon leker, mon dir zot mersi. Mersi pour zot konfyans. Mersi pour sa nouvo loportinite ki zot i’n donn mwan pou servi nou pei ek nou pep. Sesel, nou sel patri, i merit sa ki meyer. Nou patri i merit laviktwar toulezour. E mwan, mon pou asire, avek zot sipor – avek sipor tou Seselwa – ki nou pou avans lwen, tre lwen dan semen progre. Napa okenn baryer, okenn defi ki nou pa kapab sirmonte ler nou ini koman en pep.

New book covers Seychelles’ evolution

The book by President James Michel – which was launched on Thursday – tells the story of Seychelles’ change from a colony to a modern nation.

President Michel speaking at the book launch on Thursday

“It tells, in my own perspective, the story of our beloved country, from the day we were a distant colony in the British Empire to our present status as a modern nation with a respected role to play in the international community,” he said at the launch.

“What better way to tell this story – this transformation – than through my own eyes growing up in a world so different than what it is today? This is my personal experience of strife, perseverance, of the transformation of our society and of my own modest contribution to it. It also encapsulates my vision for the future – a vision I feel passionately about,” he said.

He said some people may take exception to his recounting of certain events and their role in them, but assured them it was not his intention to offend them in any way.

“These are my personal reflections on events as they occurred or as recounted to me, and reflections on my own experiences, including my professional life and political career.

“My political career was forged in the early experience of hardship.  Unless you were rich in those days, there were so many barriers to a good education, but I was determined to get as far as the system would allow me.

“I then vowed to do everything I could to remove such injustices and to make it possible for any young person in our society to enjoy a full and rewarding education – regardless of the colour of their skin or the wealth of their family.

“I met similar barriers in the world of work and wanted to see those removed too.  One thing led to another and once I had gained a taste for politics I knew that nothing would stop me until I could see the emergence of a fairer society,” he said.

“The road I have taken has not been an easy one and, along the way, I have had to face tragedy in my own life, with the loss of my dear son, Jude.  My family and I still mourn him today. It is a void that will never be filled. For Jude as much as anyone, I would do everything possible to achieve better things for us all.”

Mr Michel said he was not saying these things for the purpose of exaggerating “but in the hope that it will serve to encourage others to demand the impossible”.

“If anyone had said when, as a young boy, I walked along the beach of Anse à La Mouche that I would one day become President I would simply have laughed!  Yet here I am now, and I want to give the same message to our country’s young generation, the people who will soon carry the mantle of our nation’s future.  Go beyond the limits in which you might find yourself and do what you truly believe in, no matter how hard that might seem. 

“Seychellois brothers and sisters, I hope you will read this book because it is about you as well as me, about our beautiful country and our many achievements.  We are a small nation but the world listens when we speak,” he said.
“That said, we have unfinished business. Seven years ago, we embarked on a journey together. And we have to see it through,” he said.

Former member of the British parliament, Chris Mole – who was also transport minister until last year –  says the book should be mandatory reading for all public servants who purport to serve the people.

Radio and TV producer Ravi Sharma, also from the UK, comments in the book:

“Few politicians have the ability to make memoirs interesting. Michel is different. This book is a compelling story of extreme poverty and destitution, slavery, foreign masters, emancipation revolution and the birth of an independent nation.”

Source: Seychelles Nation

Sunday 17 April 2011

Let's keep HIM real.

President James Michel doesn’t have to use the media, at this time, to paint an image in voters’ minds. He has been doing it for the past seven years through his active presidency principle - it can even be said that he has been doing it his whole life. The President joined politics at a very young age.

Unlike his rival - who after spending 15 years  as Opposition Leader, receiving rather than giving, has for the past weeks developed a limping strategy of throwing Private Notice Questions to challenge ministers of the President’s Cabinet in the National Assembly, when fishing for a few votes.
The Head of State, James Alix Michel, has been real all along without stopping to think that it means an edge in votes proving to the voters that he is honest, generous, compassionate and hardworking.
His generosity has enabled Seychellois to collect benefits from various sectors of the country following the reform. A risky reform that has tested the strengths of a cautious President.
His compassion has taken him to communities and work places, and he embraces Seychellois in both distressing and cheerful times.
His hard work has laid the foundation for a new, beautiful and prosperous Seychelles, the content of Expo 2020.
To him honesty is a normal positive morale value and easy too. Probably he is the only presidential candidate in the world to stake his moral platform on total honesty - using it as a character trait rather than a political tool. To be truthful a 100 percent, even on sensitive issues that can be seen as a political suicide by others, defines the man. He is his own better half- and has the right persona.
In a race against President Michel, it can clearly be seen that the staple of the Opposition’s politics remain - dishonesty. The Opposition’s political strategy has failed. President Michel will be re-elected with by a large majority.

Source: The People

En Nouvo Vizyon, En Nouvo Sesel–Vote James Michel 2011

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Siporter Parti Lepep inn fer en swa kler. Ou ki ankor pe deside, fer ou swa. Vote James Michel pou Prezidan 2011-2016. Donn mwan ankor Senk!

 

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Zot i’n fer en swa. Ansanm, zot i’n pran en dezisyon. En desizyon ki zot, bann delege sa Kongre, i’n pran an tout liberte de konsyans. Zot i’n deside nonm mwan pou reprezant zot koman zot kandida dan sa eleksyon prezidansyel ki pe vini prosennman. Zot i’n rekonfye mwan sa latas ek sa responsabilite. Zot desizyon i en lot laviktwar pour Sesel. En laviktwar pour nou pep.

Saturday 16 April 2011

JAMES MICHEL I KANDIDA PREZIDANSYEL PARTI LEPEP DAN ELEKSYON 2011

 

Bann manm Parti Lepep in swazi Prezidan James Michel avek imanimite koman kandida prezidansyel pour eleksyon me 2011. Zot in fer sa swa ozordi kot 25yem kongre Parti Lepep,  kot Sant Konferans Enternasyonal. Prezidan Michel in nom Sekreter Zeneral Parti Lepep, Danny Faure  koman son kandida vis-prezidansyel. Prezidan Michel in remersye bann delege sa kongre pour sa konfyans ki zot in konfye li pour sa latas ek sa responsabilite.

« O-fon mon mon leker, mon dir zot mersi. Mersi pour zot konfyans. Mersi pour sa nouvo loportinite ki zot i’n donn mwan pou servi nou pei ek nou pep. Sesel, nou sel patri, i merit sa ki meyer. Nou patri i merit laviktwar toulezour. E mwan, mon pou asire, avek zot sipor – avek sipor tou Seselwa – ki nou pou avans lwen, tre lwen dan semen progre. Napa okenn baryer, okenn defi ki nou pa kapab sirmonte ler nou ini koman en pep, » Prezidan Michel in dir.

Prezidan in koz lo lenportans linite nasyonal, larmomi, stabilite, valer moral e spirityel, lord ek lape koman bann fonnman sosyete Seselwa.In dir ki sa bann prensip i fondamantal pour Parti Lepep.

Prezidan Michel in anonse ki « En Nouve Sesel » i slogan Parti Lepep pour sa eleksyon.

« Sa nouvo Sesel, se mon vizyon progre ek prosperite pour Sesel. Kot personn pa ganny les deryer. Kot tou dimoun i asim son responsabilite endividyel e kolektif. Kot nou sezi tou loportinte devan nou. Kot nou devlop nou lespri antreprenarya. Kot nou devlop nou savwar-fer. E kot Seselwa i reste en pep ini e beni, konsyan son responsabilite, son valer spirityel, moral e kiltirel. »

Prezidan ti remarke ki sel parti  ki’n anmenn sanzman Sesel se Parti Lepep e ki i  pou anmenn ankor plis sanzman pour byennet tou Seselwa.

« Mwan, mon pa pres sanzman. Mon fer sanzman kot i neseser, e mon fer li dan lentere lepep. Mon fer li an tenan kont levolisyon nou sosyete e levolisyon sitiasyon lo lasenn global. Mon fer li akoz mon annan en vizyon kler pour Sesel, en vizyon ki Seselwa i partaz avek mwan ek mon lekip. »

Manifesto Prezidan Michel pour eleksyon 2011 ti adopte pandan kongre Parti Lepep.

It is all about listening and doing

Of course, it remains my responsibility to listen, to appraise and consider. It is my responsibility to take decisions. And I will make decisions with the best interests of Seychelles and the Seychellois people in mind. Inaugural Speech of President Michel 2004

A listening President is one who takes time to organise public consultations, meet you in your community, your workplace, receives emails from you, interact with you on facebook and meet you in your home. Being open to criticism is a quality President Michel excels at. However, that does not mean one can use these opportunities to insult him and his team. For our country to move forward criticisms have to be constructive.

Vote James Michel for President 2011

Friday 15 April 2011

Did You know?

That James Michel has PROMISED and has DELIVERED!

In 2004, James Michel in his inaugural speech said ‘Through a working style based on dialogue and consultation, we will create the structures to allow us to bring our ideas together to solve our problems as quickly as possible. In the coming weeks I will hold a series of meetings and consultations with representatives of different sectors of our society. This will enable my Government to have a better understanding of the expectations of our people. It will allow us to work together - as a team – to strive for greater progress and prosperity.’

On July 2005 – Seychelles Nation:

Accompanied by Vice-President Joseph Belmont and the district’s administrator Doris Estico, the Head of State on Thursday July 28 went to Les Mamelles where he saw for himself a steep and long set of steps mentioned by a pensioner during one of the meetings.

The Presidential delegation at Les Mamelles

The President’s team then braved steep terrain and walked down a sharp decline on a narrow road said to be slippery, despite the fact that the stretch was wet immediately after some showers had fallen.

President Michel then proceeded to Roche Caiman Phase II Estate, whose residents have asked for a shelter at the local bus terminus.

Accompanied by the district’s administrator Wilbert Omath, President Michel witnessed that a set of dustbins which had been cited as a source of nuisance and rodents has been removed.

President Michel and his entourage at the Roche Caiman Phase II housing estate

During his visit, the President also patiently rendered a listening ear to residents who sought to have a word with him over personal or community grievances.

Officials at the site said that the steep steps at Les Mamelles will be completely redesigned and rebuilt, and a turning point will be provided along the steep road which will be provided with a new access and be resurfaced with less slippery material.

President Michel said that while he will not be able to visit each and every area regarding which certain issues are being raised, he is satisfied with the strategy of listening to people’s grievances then going to the ground to personally see that action is being taken to alleviate difficulties cited.

He agreed with the media that as a result of his personal intervention, different departments have stepped up their performance towards meeting people’s requirements.

He said he was touched by the pensioner, Elise Charles, particularly because of her age, when she raised the issue of the steep steps, hence President Michel started his spot visits with the site she had referred to at Les Mamelles.

“You have seen for yourself that I am a man of action, I do not just stay in the office, I go round, I meet people, I talk to them and listen to their problems and I try to resolve their problems as much as possible,” the President said.

“This is the cornerstone of my style. I will continue to be at the service of the people as and whenever it is necessary,” he said.

“It is good to lead by example, and by ensuring that things are done quickly and properly is an example for other ministries and departments to do the same,” President Michel said.
He said that the process of consultation has proved to be good and is working, and will continue to work in the future.
Speaking in his capacity as the Minister for Transport, Vice-President Belmont said that the many complaints raised regarding roads or transportation did not imply that the relevant departments are failing.

“There is simply a lot to be done in the country, which is developing fast,” he said, giving the example of the need for shelters at new bus stops, but adding that priority would for example be governed by the density of specific populations compelled to wait for transport under the rain or hot sunshine.

Vice-President Belmont, who is sitting at the district consultation meetings with President Michel, demonstrated that he too has a sharp recall of what the people are saying, by referring the district administrators to specific issues or locations referred to by members of the public during the meetings.

“There was also a request for a shelter at such and such a bus stop,” the Vice-President was heard telling them.

James Michel: Distant Horizons, My Reflections

A new and very interesting book by President James Michel was launched in a ceremony at State House yesterday evening.

Guests were keen to get a copy and once they did, they could evidently hardly wait to leaf through, especially after hearing Mr Michel talk about its contents, how he dared go ahead to write it knowing his time constraints, how he overcame this by working late, and the research he had to do to find out about his early years.

The President has dedicated the book – James Michel: Distant Horizons, My Reflections – Mr Michel presents the first copy of the book to his mother during the launch ceremony yesterday evening to his mother Simone Michel, to whom he presented the first copy.

The 250-page book talks about Mr Michel’s childhood, school life, entry into politics, the high office, family matters and the country’s future seen through his vision.

It carries pictures never published before and the compelling testimonies of his mother, First Lady Natalie Michel, his first wife Ninette Michel, son Jean-Claude, brothers, other family members, teachers and former presidents France Albert Rene and James Mancham, vice-president Danny Faure, former VP Joseph Belmont , Foreign Affairs minister Jean-Paul Adam, former ministers, and top government officials.

When making his remarks, Mr Michel referred to his late son, Jude, with emotions that swept across the hall as the guests audibly empathised with him.

The book carries a picture of Jude getting a fatherly pat on the shoulder a few days before he passed away.
Nation will publish further details about the book and the launch ceremony tomorrow.

Source: Nation

Thursday 14 April 2011

Did you know?

1257 is the number of job vacancies available to Seychellois in February-March 2011. Contact the Employment Promotion Section or one of the private employment agencies for information. James Michel has promised and has delivered.

Wednesday 13 April 2011

Up Close … with Kalsey Belle, achiever of best A-level results

‘Right attitude, determination key to success’
It was late in the afternoon when I met up with 19-year-old Kalsey Belle at the Seychelles Nation office.

Immediately, her fairly down-to-earth personality was apparent and one could tell that this Kalsey Belle posing outside Seychelles Nation offices after the interviewparticular young lady was used to success and would be going very far in life.

She ranked first in Seychelles for her A-levels last year at the School of Advanced Level Studies (Sals) and came out with three A*s for the sciences and one A.

Kalsey’s scores were 100% for physics, 93% for chemistry, 95% for biology and 87% for mathematics.

Daughter of deputy chief executive of Sepec Eddie Belle and former SBC TV producer and host Jacqueline Moustache-Belle, Kalsey hails from Souvenir, La Misère, and is the second eldest of three children.

Together with her siblings, she attended the Independent School. In her childhood years, she lacked a bit of self-confidence and to help build it, Kalsey’s parents encouraged her to take part in school clubs, sports and inter-house competitions. This proved to be a wise decision, giving her a nudge in the right direction.

As she grew older and her confidence grew, she took it upon herself to enrol in various organisations such as Scouts, the President’s Award Scheme and competitions such as public speaking, drama and swimming, among others, at school level.

A competition she truly enjoys taking part in is essay writing. One of her biggest achievements was the two essays she wrote in 2007 and 2008 for the annual Commonwealth essay competition and for which she was awarded a ‘Highly Commended’ and ‘First in Seychelles’ for both.

Kalsey also shared with me her involvement at district level. She represented her district, Grand Anse Mahe, in the national public speaking competition under the theme “Koste Seselwa” and a youth conference to review Aspirations 2013 held last year. She also joined the Jj Spirit Foundation.

Despite seeming constantly busy, Kalsey always makes time for leisure.

“I mostly like meeting up with my friends, going to the beach and I love talking basically to my parents or to my friends on the phone,” she said.

“I’m fond of reading but surfing the net isn’t one of my favourite past times. Though I’m from the younger generation, it doesn’t appeal to me all that much. I use the net mostly for research. Whenever I can, I prefer socialising in person.”

At A-level Kalsey took up four subjects -- mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology – for which she got A, A*, A*, A* respectively.

When asked why she chose those particular subjects, Kalsey said:

“When I got to A-level, I was still not absolutely sure which career I would like to pursue. Since I love maths, it was my first choice, then chemistry and physics automatically followed. I wanted to challenge myself with a fourth subject and after consultation with my parents and teachers, I chose biology!”

Taking up four subjects at A-level is no easy task as Kalsey came to find out once she had begun.

“It’s an intense two years where you have to fully apply yourself if you plan on succeeding,” she said.

“The assignments, tests and studying are all very demanding. However, in spite of all the work, it’s not as much of a nightmare as it is sometimes made out to be.”

She added that maths remained her favourite subject throughout.

Kalsey exercised flexibility in her study times and ways of studying.

“During the week I preferred tackling questions and worksheets, wrapping up with some studying. More studying was done during the weekends, especially on Sundays. Friday nights were my ‘off’ days when I would often go to the cinema. Unless of course I had an activity/party to attend on Saturday. Then I would change my ‘off’ day to Saturday,” she said.

In her second year at Sals, things started to become a little more hectic. Kalsey would often study half an hour before heading to the bus stop and once on the bus, would continue on the trip to school.

“It was a period where I had to manage my time carefully and efficiently,” she recalled.

During her study leave, Kalsey would do past papers in order to prepare for her upcoming exams. On her breaks, she would sometimes relax in front of the television or play with the puppies at home.

Kalsey’s success wasn’t achieved completely on her own.

“My parents were always there to guide and support me, especially when I was feeling disappointed with my performance or useless when I could not understand a topic. On days when I had a lot of work, my brothers helped by volunteering to do my share of chores. On the academic side, I received a lot of help from my friends and teachers,” she said.

When asked how she balanced leisure time and study time she said:

“I admit it was hard at A-level. Though I knew I had to study, I also knew the importance of relaxing so I found the balance that best suited me.”

And for all the students out there who aspire to study four subjects at A-level and do just as well, Kalsey’s advice is that “any challenge can be overcome, with the right attitude and determination”. In other words, if you put your mind to something and you are prepared to make some sacrifices, you should end up fulfilling your aim.

“Many different people from all walks of life have inspired me in different aspects,” said Kalsey. “I cannot mention any one particular individual”.

Kalsey’s next step is to go to university, get a degree and come back to work for her country.

“I hope to qualify with a degree in engineering,” said Kalsey. “Engineering lays a firm foundation for future careers, developing your mind to become more analytical as well as teaching you how to approach and tackle problems systematically, both work-related and in everyday life.”

By Rebecca Chang-Tave

Source: Seychelles Nation

Tuesday 12 April 2011

Did you know?

The Government of Seychelles spends SR 20 Million Rupees per year on student allowances, including bus passes, for post-secondary students.

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Out of a total of 200 students who graduated yesterday, the largest number of 153 were from Business Studies and 47 from Visual Arts.

Seven best performer awards were also presented at the ceremony, held at the University of Seychelles’ theatre at Anse Royale. From the Business Studies programme area, the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) shield went to Tira Simeon. Ricardo Suzette got the award for outstanding student for the Advanced Diploma in Business Studies and Accounting and the award for Office Management and Administration went to Anuchka Loizeau. Crissy Tamboo got the outstanding award for Diploma in Business Studies and Accounting. Andria Moumou got an award for best performance in Advanced Diploma Business Studies in Accounting and Lysa Tirant for Diploma in Office Management and Administration. The Diploma in Business Studies and Accounting award went to Lisa Sinon. From the Visual Arts programme area, the Visual Arts Award went to Gina Vidot and special design year 3 award to Delorette Onezime. The best performer award in Fine Art went to Antoine Monnaie and Gretel Adeline got the award for Fashion Design. Catherine D’Offay received the Textile Design Award and Gina Vidot was adjudged best performer for Graphics Design.

With James Michel as President WE will be READY for the Indian Ocean Games.

CIJ congratulates Seychelles

With less that 120 days left before the eighth edition of the Indian Ocean Islands Games Seychelles has been commended for being able to take up the challenge during a period of economic reform. The president of CIJ ( Conseil international des Jeux), Reunionnais Jean-Francois Beaulieu, congratulated Seychelles during the official opening of the last CIJ meeting before the Games.
The delegates from the seven participating countries (Comoros, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mayotte, Reunion and Seychelles) are meeting until today (Friday) to resolve all issues that can hinder the smooth running of the Games.
“The presence of representatives from all seven countries confirmed the interest and the importance that we attach to the Games,” Mr. Beaulieu said.
It was Community Development, Youth and Sports Minister Vincent Meriton who officially launched the meeting yesterday morning.
“As host and country of hospitality and fraternity, the eighth edition of the Indian Ocean Islands Games represent a great pride for Seychelles,” he said.
“Despite the difficult conditions following the global financial crisis Seychelles gave its words that it will organize the eighth edition of the Indian Ocean islands Games.”
Minister Meriton stressed that it is important to always highlight the beneficial role of sports for the population.
“It is important to preserve this regional event to guaranty the social equilibrium and the welfare of our youths, athletes and citizens.”
He said the conviction and will to maintain this equilibrium and common welfare have been the source of motivation behind the various acts of mobilization, partnership and solidarity that the eighth edition of the Games have benefitted from so far.
“This is why I must express here my deep appreciation and gratitude for all the efforts accomplished so far.”
“The help, in kind of financial, of the private sector, associations and individual, equipment from the international community, the participation of the Seychelles diplomacy in mobilization international assistance, the support of friends of Seychelles abroad, of friendly countries, have so far allowed us to meet the challenge and to confirm that we will have a very good Games.”
The regional delegations started their mission here with several visits Wednesday afternoon, one in particular to the Games village. Minister Meriton pointed out that the government has put at the disposition of athletes and officials brand new apartments and the main infrastructures are being renovated so that competitions can take place in the best possible conditions.
“The work is on schedule and we are impatient and very honoured to receive the delegations in August.”
“This honour, I must underline, is also due to the determination of the sports organizations of our region, but more importantly to the dynamism of CIJ.”
“Now let’s leave the place and honour to our athletes, coaches, officials, to all volunteers who are committed in making the eighth Indian Ocean Islands Games:- a clean event without drugs in respect of the Olympic values; an ideal and convivial meeting that will bring our people together; a grouping of populations respecting the ideal of fair play and taking care of the infrastructure.
For his part the Seychelles Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association president, Antonio Gopal, pointed out that financing has been assured for the Games Village, the renovation work and the buying of equipment needed for the Games.
“This is the first assurance that the preparations for the Games are well on track.”
“Understandably, financing is always necessary for other aspects of the Games so we take the opportunity to appeal to various organizations and individuals to contribute generously towards this prestigious event.”
Both Minister Meriton and Mr. Gopal had warm welcome for the Maldives delegation.
“We are very pleased that this time you are coming with some 150 athletes. We heard that you have had some good results in the last Asian Games. We congratulate you for that and we expect some good competitions from you. We indeed welcome you and your athletes in this friendly Games,” Mr Gopal told the delegation.

Source: The People

Monday 11 April 2011

Did you Know?

That there are only 500 expatriate workers in Government, compared to 9,000 foreign workers in the private sector!

Zil Eden i kontinyen friktifye– 54 Million Dolllars/600 Jobs! Vote James Michel for President

Apre deklarasyon Vis Prezidan Danny Faure lannen pase ki Zil ‘Eden’ in fini kouver son fre ki ti kout 7 milyon dolar ameriken e 39 milyon dolar ti’n fini ganny rekolte, i ti  aprezan tour Minis Dugasse pour enform Lasanble Nasyonal  semenn pase ki sa lenvestisman pe anmenn ankor plis benefis.

Minis Dugasse ki responsab Minister Lamenazman Later ek Lakaz ti enformen ki sa i rezilta  nouvo lagreman pour permet bann propriyeter lo sa zil lwe zot lapartman pandan zot labsans vi ki plan inisyal ‘Eden’ pour annan son prop lotel pa ankor materyalize. Sa zil in konplet lanmwatye son devlopman e bokou envestiser in fini etablir zot demer laba. Sa in kanaliz plizyer biznes ki Seselwa osi i zouir zot servis. An plis sa devlopman pe deza fourni lanplwa pour plis ki 600 Seselwa.
Atraver sa kontribisyon taks ki sa bann propriyeter i peye pour lwe zot villa, pei i rekolte en sonm konsiderab e pour sa lannen 13.3 milyon dolar in ganny prevwar. Lot faz devlopman Zil ‘Eden’ ki’n deza konmanse pou enkli ankor 240 apartman. Sa pou anmenn en  benefis anviron 54 milyon dolar, ankor 600 lanplwa, 147 milyon atraver  Lenvestisman Etranzer Direk (FDI) e ranforsi lekonomi par 2% dan son Prodiksyon Domestik  Brit (GDP) dan sa prosen trwa-z-an.   - Bann lenfrastriktir Zil Eden ki ofer diferan sours lanplwa.
I parfwa difisil pour mazinen ki sa menm konblaz ki atraver son devlopman pe ofer plizyer lanplwa nou bann zabitan, ki pe ofer plizyer sours divertisman, ki’n anmenn bokou lenvestisman, zis pour pa tro elabore, ti ganny rezete par lopozisyon. Menm ozordi zot pa ankor kapab apresye son vre valer. Ki lavenir sa bann dirizan ki napa ni en vizyon, ni lapresiasyon e ni menm limilite pour les tonbe zot lenbesilite? Antretan Zil ‘Eden’ i kontinyen friktifye

From: The People Online

Saturday 9 April 2011

Did you know?

More than 111,000 mobile phones are in use in Seychelles; today the most popular communication tool. That is about 2 phones per Seychellois worker!

Now you can become a pro in computing!

Public can learn at new IT centre. Seychellois regardless of their age will soon be able to follow short, medium and long courses in computer technology at a new R1 million centre which opened yesterday.

Mr Kumar Nag cuts the ribbon to officially open the IT centreThe India-Seychelles Centre for Excellence in IT was opened by Indian High Commissioner Asit Kumar Nag at Mont Fleuri in the presence of President James Michel, ministers and senior officials of the Government of India, which funded the centre.

The university will soon advertise for interested Seychellois to enrol for a wide range of courses due to start in September, leading to certificates, diploma and other qualifications.

Students will need International General Certificate of Education certificates although interested and experienced computer technicians will be considered, said vice-chancellor of the University of Seychelles Dr Rolph Payet, who explained how the centre will run under UniSey.

He said UniSey is fulfilling its other roles for “a university does not only offer degrees but also takes part in research, human resources development and offers from short to long courses which can, for example, help students adapt to the frequent changes computers go through.

The centre has two computer labs each of which can take 24 students. They have technology that allows two-way communication between lecturers and students.

It has a library with 10,000 books on computing.

Four Seychellois lecturers are being trained in India to run the centre and will soon join their Indian counterparts already based at the centre.

The centre will be linked to two others to be set up on Praslin and La Digue at which students will be able to follow lessons given on Mahe, although before the proposed fibre-optic cable is ready, some of their lectures may be pre-recorded.

After touring the facility with the other guests, President Michel said realisation of the project forms part of his vision for the future of Seychelles as presented in the Expo2020.

Mr Michel is shown some of the wide range of books available at the centre

He said the vision includes such achievements as the launch at the Plaisance primary school on Monday of the programme through which all primary school pupils will have computer laboratories that will help boost their learning skills.

The new centre complements the thrust and takes us further ahead where our technicians particularly the youth can advance their techniques in computing, he said.

Mr Michel noted through his vision to develop the knowledge-based society to help build the economy, the IT projects are of great importance to the future of Seychelles, as Seychellois continue to be empowered to step up their own capacity.
“This shows I’ve leve and debrouye, gone up and down visiting different countries in line with my active diplomacy policy,” he said.

It was his contacts with our friendly nations that have brought so many benefits to Seychelles, Mr Michel and other speakers said.

Apoorva Kohli, who is in charge of India’s International Cooperation for excellent in information communication technology, noted the setting up of the centre was agreed upon when Mr Michel visited India in 2005.

He said feasibility studies done by his country showed Seychelles has the necessary infrastructure and the people here are IT-ready.

The demand for skilled manpower in ICT is increasing in Seychelles but there is not enough skilled manpower hence the need for such a centre was found to exist, he said.The IT centre

Dr Payet said there are many areas outside software that people need more knowledge in, for example the computers themselves.

“They can also learn website design, how to set up networks, configure computers, work with global information systems and design programmes for example to do with health, housing and education,” he said.

Mr Kumar Nag said the centre will now form another important part of UniSey.

“IT, cyber highway, internet, e-commerce, e-education etc are increasingly becoming an integral part of human activity,” he said.

“Mr President, your far-sighted vision aimed at the objective of human resource development and infrastructure building for Seychelles gave birth to the idea of setting up of this IT Centre. India on its part feels honoured to be of assistance in setting it up.”

UniSey will be running the centre with a tele-education facility provided by India to Seychelles under the Pan-African Satellite communication project, he said.

Source: Seychelles Nation

Friday 8 April 2011

Running on his own record

Changes that we’ve seen over the years are one of the incentives of President Michel. They are changes that Seychelles needed to make to address some of the issues that were affecting the country due to a global crisis.

Other incentives include the realization of his hopes for this country, his commitment, and the love he has for all Seychellois and Seychelles.
Without having to dive deep into these incentives, we can simply conclude that we trust and respect the President. Most of all we want him to win. He has to win the election as we want the remaining issues that need to be addressed be done by him.
What issues - one might ask? Seychelles is already shining.
Seychellois want the President to continue to address the cost of living. The country’s water shortage during the dry season. Build more houses until we are satisfied as a government that no family is being left behind. Fuel the private sector so that it creates employment. We need to re-develop some communities - for example in St Louis and parts of Les Mamelles.
Continue to improve the health sector. Continue to visit the welfare agency until we are satisfied that we are providing the less fortunate with the best of help. Carry on with our investment plan for the sake of Seychelles that has a small Island State economy. Allow Seychellois to grow as entrepreneurs and continue to provide conditions most appropriate to help beginners and wannabe entrepreneurs. Make friends with more countries that can benefit Seychelles and Seychellois.
There are more to add to the list. The reason being that there are always rooms for improvement. Like the President, the people of Seychelles are not satisfied with 98 or 99 percent. We want a hundred percent.
We are happy to note however, that the President’s vision for 2020 has answers for all of the issues and more.
President James Michel, at the start of his presidency, had hopes. Today, the incumbent candidate is running on his own record. Voters will evaluate him on  what he has gotten done - promises he has delivered.

From: The People