The best beach hotels in Abu Dhabi, from private stretches to resorts ideal for kids

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From Aid to Investment: Africa’s Defining Economic Shift in RMB’s 2025/26 Outlook

Africa’s growth story is being rewritten, not through aid dependency, but through investment, trade, and self-determination. The newly released Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) “Where to Invest in Africa 2025/26” (WTIIA) report captures this...

Africa’s debt meets climate innovation

As negotiations resume ahead of COP30, Europe cannot afford to view Africa’s debt and climate crisis as a distant problem. The stakes for both Europe and Africa are high and immediate. The UN currently estimates that Africa will face a US$2.5...

Bitget Becomes the First UEX to Integrate Morph Chain, Advancing Its Onchain Ecosystem

Victoria, Seychelles, November 5, 2025 — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has officially become the first exchange to integrate with Morph Chain, marking a major milestone in the expansion of its Onchain ecosystem. The...

Africa’s lessons for a changing world: Innovation through resilience

IN an era of global uncertainty — marked by conflict, inequality and climate disruption — Africa stands as one of the few regions offering fresh models for inclusive growth and resilience. IN an era of global uncertainty — marked by conflict,...

Tunisia 12th African investment destination, according to Rand Merchant Bank

Tunisia has experienced a significant drop in its investment attractiveness ranking for 2025/2026, according to the Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) report. The country is now ranked 12th out of 31 African nations, dropping from 7th in the previous report...

Air Seychelles Expands Abu Dhabi Route to Daily Flights Starting October 2025

Air Seychelles has announced that, beginning 16 October 2025, it will expand its service between Seychelles and Abu Dhabi to a daily schedule. The decision follows the strong performance of the route since its launch in May and reflects rising...

Why Zimbabwe missed Africa’s top 100 banks list for the second year

Finance in Africa Zimbabwe is among the two African nations — alongside Zambia — that are again absent from the Top 100 African Banks 2025 list, according to African Business Magazine. The annual ranking, which measures banks’ financial strength...

Fregate, Seychelles to reopen autumn 2026 after a complete transformation

The Seychelles paradise of Fregate is returning to the world stage of ultra-luxury hospitality in 2026. Known for its complete seclusion, spectacular natural beauty and pioneering conservation programs, this privately owned island is ready to...

Why StanChart signed off wealth and retail banking business in Uganda to Absa ?

Standard Chartered Plc is selling its Wealth and Retail Banking (WRB) business in Uganda to South Africa’s Absa Group as part of the UK multinational’s strategy to streamline its operations across Africa and focus on more profitable segments. The...

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Paris Masters 2025: Monday, October 27 to Sunday, November 2 Daily start time: 6am ET / 10am GMT Free stream: France TV (France) Unlock the free stream using ExpressVPN Watch Paris Masters 2025 live streams, as Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner...

World News | Vice President Radhakrishnan's Visit to Seychelles Underscores Longstanding Ties, Bilateral Partnership

New Delhi [India], October 28 (ANI): Vice President CP Radhakrishnan concluded a successful visit to Seychelles from October 26-27 to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected President Patrick Herminie. His visit underscored the...

President Xi's special envoy attends inauguration of Seychelles' president

Patrick Herminie gives a speech after winning the runoff presidential election at the Electoral Commission Headquarters in Victoria, Seychelles, October 12, 2025. /VCG At the invitation of the Seychelles government, Chinese President Xi Jinping's...

“Very privileged”: Seychelles’ newly elected President Herminie on VP’s recent visit to the nation

Victoria [Seychelles], October 27 (ANI): Seychelles' newly elected President Patrick Herminie on Monday described himself as "very privileged" to host Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, who attended his swearing-in ceremony and held extensive talks...

“India can help us with health, education and cost of living”, says Seychelles President Patrick Herminie

Victoria [Seychelles], October 27 (ANI): Seychelles President Patrick Herminie has said his country is working closely with India to deepen cooperation in key areas such as health, education, defence, and trade, sectors that directly affect the...

Tanzania joins Seychelles in its President’s swearing-in ceremony

SEYCHELLES: PRIME MINISTER Kassim Majaliwa has joined leaders from India, China, Mauritius, and Comoros at the swearing-in ceremony of the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr. Patrick Herminie, held at the Umoja Stadium in Victoria. The...

World News | Indian Visitors Will Feel Right at Home Insland Nation... : Seychelles Tourism Secretary Francis

Baie Lazare [Seychelles], October 27 (ANI): Indian travellers will feel "right at home" in Seychelles, said Principal Secretary for Tourism Sherin Francis on Monday, while noting that India surges into the top 10 source markets and emerges as a...

Xi's special envoy attends inauguration of Seychelles' president

VICTORIA, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) -- At the invitation of the government of Seychelles, Chinese President Xi Jinping's special envoy Gao Yunlong on Sunday attended the inauguration of Seychelles' President Patrick Herminie in Victoria. On Monday,...

‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 17’: Station Master Himanshu Shekhar Stuns Everyone by Winning INR 7.5 Lakh After a Dull Start – Here’s the Tough Question That Made Him Quit

Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 premiered on August 11, 2025. So far, the popular quiz show hosted by Amitabh Bachchan has been captivating viewers with its thought-provoking questions, heartfelt contestant stories and Big B's signature charm. The latest...

World News | India, Seychelles Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

Victoria [Seychelles], October 27 (ANI): Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Monday met Seychelles' Vice President-elect Sebastien Pillay at the State House in Victoria and discussed the long-standing, multi-faceted partnership between India and...