Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Seychelles Holds Election: Ramkalawan Seeks Reelection
Seychelles, a group of islands, is having an election.
The current leader, President Ramkalawan, wants to continue his work, focusing on building new things and protecting the country.
His main opponent, Herminie, believes the government needs to fix rising costs and drug issues.
Voters will choose between eight presidential candidates and many for the National Assembly.
The economy is doing well.
The results of the election will be announced on Sunday.
Seychelles held general elections on Thursday.
Incumbent President Ramkalawan seeks reelection.
His main rival is Patrick Herminie.
Key issues include living costs and drug abuse.
Results are expected on Sunday.
- Who
- President Ramkalawan and Patrick Herminie
- What
- General election in Seychelles
- When
- Voting began Thursday, results due Sunday
- Where
- Seychelles, Indian Ocean
- Why
- To elect president and National Assembly members
Incumbent Government
Opposition
Economic Performance
Incumbent Government
Focuses on economic recovery and low inflation.
Opposition
Cites soaring living costs as a major concern.
Corruption
Incumbent Government
Aims to attract investment and emphasizes neutrality.
Opposition
Accuses the government of corruption.
- Candidates
- 8 presidential, 125 National Assembly
- Voters
- Approx. 73,000
- Election Dates
- Voting began Thursday, results on Sunday
- Main Issues
- Living costs, drug abuse, infrastructure
- Incumbent
- President Wavel Ramkalawan