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Pan-African Poetry Competition – “Voices of the Land”

In recognition of the outstanding participation and achievement of our IPA Members in the Pan-African Poetry Competition “Voices of the Land, ” the two top ranked IPA Seychelles members, Miss Nadia Poupounneau -1st Place for 41+ age category and Sub-Inspector Jessica Bonne- 1 Place for 31+ age category, will be travelling to Eswatini in February 2026 accompanied by two IPA Committee Members ( Maggie Dubel and Julianna Nourrice)

In honour of their success this enable them to be formally presented with their trophies during an official award ceremony to be held at the 1st African Regional IPA Meeting in Eswatini-South Africa. This ceremony will provide international recognition of their literary excellence and of IPA Seychelles’ contribution to cultural and artistic engagement within the African IPA region.

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World Cancer Day

World Cancer Day was observed at the Seychelles Police Academy with a touching reminder that hope plays a vital role in the lives of those living with cancer. On this meaningful occasion, police recruits came together to express compassion and solidarity, proving that beyond strength and discipline, there is also humanity and care.
In a touching gesture, the recruits imprinted their hands on a T-shirt and wrote messages of encouragement for a cancer patient close to them, who has been bravely fighting the disease for the past five years.
Deeply moved by the act of kindness, the patient shared their gratitude and expressed deep appreciation.
This moment highlighted how simple gestures can bring comfort, strength and hope to those facing the hardest of journeys.
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Training of Trainers

Yesterday, Monday 9th February 2026, marked the start of the second group of the Training of Trainers at the Seychelles Police Academy. Over the next five days, dedicated officers are engaged in a structured programme aimed at strengthening leadership, professionalism, and instructional capacity.
The training includes adult learning principles, effective communication, lesson planning, facilitation methods, assessment techniques, and ethical instructional practices, equipping officers with the skills and confidence to deliver impactful training. This initiative is a continuation of grooming officers to become competent trainers, ensuring the development of a new generation of police officers and a strong pool of future instructors.
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Seychelles Police Force – Annual Strategic Overview Session

The Seychelles Police Force convened its Annual Strategic Overview Session at the TGMI Classroom, bringing together senior leadership, officers, and civilian staff for structured reflection and engagement in preparation of the Seychelles Police Strategic Plan 2026–2028.

The session was officially opened by the Commissioner of Police, who underscored the importance of collective ownership, leadership responsibility, and inclusive participation in shaping the future direction of the Force. He highlighted that the Strategic Plan for 2026–2028 will be grounded in operational realities, evidence-based assessment, and contributions from officers and staff across all ranks, units, and islands.

The Annual Strategic Overview Session forms part of an ongoing strategic planning process that includes engagements conducted on Mahé and Praslin, as well as inputs from Visible Policing, CID, administrative and support services, and civilian staff. These engagements aim to ensure that the Strategic Plan reflects the realities of modern policing in Seychelles and responds to the expectations of the public.

During the session, participants were engaged in structured discussions and exchanges intended to identify strengths, challenges, and priorities that will guide the Force over the next three years. The outcomes of these discussions will directly inform the development of the Strategic Plan 2026–2028.

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