2018

Real estate sector in Africa has been experimenting an impressive growth. On average, 10,000 accommodations miss each year in most of these countries, and despite some governmental endeavors, the shortfall is still important. According to several studies, African population is going to increase over threefold during the next 40 years. This demographic growth will inevitably go with a strong development...

The 2018 environmental performance index ranks Seychelles as the first country worldwide in the category « climate and energy”. This index is a biennial record from searchers of Yale and Columbia, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum. Latest data indicated that Seychelles became the country with the biggest advances. This record ranks 180 countries in 24 different categories : air...

Air Seychelles finalized its partnership with CartTrawler which is a platform for B2B travel technology. The new company will enable users of Air Seychelles to hire cars and access various options for ground transportation using the B2B travel technology. Guests will access car rentals, hotel bookings, airport transfers and options for other modes of transportation. These services will be located on the...

Either if you’re an expat looking to move to Victoria and looking for short term rentals accommodations to start your move in the country, or if you’re a local looking for a weekend getaway or even a tourist wanting to visit, MyProperty Seychelles has found for you some nice and comfy accommodations in the capital city and surroundings From 1 bedroom studios to luxury villas with pools, here are some...

Seychelles has undergone a great transformation from the colonial period back in 1770. Several historic events have shaped it to its current state. Here is a look at the seven most significant events in the history of Seychelles. First is the official opening of Seychelles International Airport back in 1972. The international airport is located in Mahe, the main island in Seychelles. It was officially...

The government of Seychelles plans to start taxing sugary drinks in efforts to curb the rising obesity levels. The new tax system set to begin in 2019 has not yet been set. The World Health Organization (WHO) advocates for taxation of sugary beverages as the most effective measures of reducing sugar caused diseases and conditions. According to Barathi Biswanathan, the cardiovascular unit program manager...

A review aimed at identifying properties that are owned by foreigners already kicked off. Seychelles Registration Department is overseeing the review across the country. This activity is in preparation for amendment of imposing new taxes on such properties expected to start this year. The department’s Registrar, Wendy Pierre noted that the review would be challenging as they were expected to cover all...

Seychelles visitor arrivals set a new highest record in 2017 surpassing earlier predictions made by the Seychelles Tourism Board. The board reported nearly 350,000 total visitor arrivals into the country last year. Sherin Francis the chief executive of the board revealed that they had predicted only 8 percent increase of foreigner arrivals in the country at beginning of 2017. However, according to...

The Seychelles government hopes to introduce taxes on sugary drinks in the country from 2019 in efforts to fight the rising obesity cases. The increased taxes will aid in fighting diseases associated with high intake of sugar. The new taxes have not yet been set. Barathi Biswanathan who is the cardiovascular unit program manager said that obesity levels in the country had risen rapidly over the past 20...

Tourists’ attention is shifting to golf holidays in Seychelles. The island nation is popular for its magnificent beaches and turquoise colored ocean waters. Seychelles archipelago has two major golf courses located on different Islands. One is on the main Mahe Island while the other golf course lies on Praslin, the second most populated Island. Both the Mahe and Praslin golf courses offer challenges...