AGP Executive Report

Chikungunya Travel Alerts: The US CDC has issued a fresh Level 2 travel health notice for Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Province (Playa Langosta) after a chikungunya outbreak, urging travellers to prevent mosquito bites with repellent and protective clothing; symptoms can start within a week and severe joint pain may linger for months or years. Regional Health Systems: A new report highlights a “medical procurement paradox” across SADC—governments spend heavily on medicines, yet clinics still face shortages, with slow progress on a regional pooled purchasing plan. Seychelles Health & Environment: A coral reef restoration project across Mauritius, Seychelles and Rodrigues is rebuilding damaged reef ecosystems with coastal communities at the center, aiming to strengthen shoreline protection and food and tourism benefits as bleaching events continue. Local Health Context: Separate coverage notes CDC-identified chikungunya activity in multiple destinations that includes Seychelles, reinforcing the need for mosquito-bite prevention for visitors and residents. Health Workforce Pressure: Algeria’s recent doctor deaths are being linked by colleagues to chronic overwork and understaffing in public hospitals, reigniting calls for urgent reform of on-call systems.

Chikungunya Travel Alert: The CDC has flagged active chikungunya outbreaks including Mauritius and Seychelles, warning travellers to protect themselves from mosquito bites (DEET or picaridin, loose light clothing) as symptoms can include fever and severe joint pain that may linger. Coral Reef Health Link: A Mauritius–Seychelles coral restoration effort is rebuilding damaged reefs with coastal communities at the centre, aiming to strengthen natural coastal protection and local food and tourism benefits after repeated bleaching events. Seychelles–EU Fisheries Update: The EU renewed its sustainable tuna fishing protocol with Seychelles for four years, restoring EU vessel access and supporting long-term ocean health. Telecom Access for Better Connectivity: Seychelles has opened its broadband market to Starlink, bringing a new satellite internet option for households and businesses under a regulatory framework. SADC Medicines Procurement Gap: A regional health procurement “paradox” highlights slow rollout of SADC pooled purchasing, leaving clinics short on essential drugs despite large spending. Local Trade Barriers: Seychelles’ food importer ISPC Seychelles says Russia trade needs stronger government support, citing complex consignment-by-consignment licensing and supplier approval rules. Island Travel Demand (Praslin Mention): Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List names Praslin, Seychelles, among fast-rising nature-focused destinations, reflecting growing travel interest.

EU–Seychelles Fisheries: The EU and Seychelles signed a new four-year protocol under the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement, restoring access for EU tuna vessels to Seychelles waters (up to 55,000 tonnes a year) after the previous deal expired in February—framed as good news for fishermen and “the long-term health of our shared ocean.” Coral Reef Restoration: A regional coral restoration effort across Mauritius, Seychelles and Rodrigues is rebuilding damaged reef ecosystems with support from the Adaptation Fund and UNDP, aiming to protect shorelines, fisheries and coastal livelihoods as bleaching events and storms continue to hit the Indian Ocean. Mosquito-borne disease alert: Health authorities and travel advisories are flagging rising chikungunya risk in multiple destinations, including Seychelles and Mauritius, urging travellers to prevent mosquito bites with repellent and protective clothing. Connectivity for health access: Seychelles has opened its telecom market to Starlink, bringing satellite broadband to households and businesses—potentially improving access to online services, education and remote support. Local health systems challenge: A report on the SADC “medical procurement paradox” highlights how slow rollout of pooled purchasing leaves hospitals and clinics short on essential medicines and supplies, despite large regional spending. Tourism & wellness demand: Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List puts Praslin, Seychelles among top “nature lovers” picks, reflecting growing travel interest that can boost local economies but also raises the need for strong public health planning for visitors.

Chikungunya Alert for Travellers: The CDC has confirmed active chikungunya outbreaks in Mauritius and Seychelles, with health authorities urging extra mosquito-bite protection for visitors and residents. Symptoms can include sudden fever and severe joint pain, and while many recover, some may face lingering pain for months or longer. Mosquito Precautions: Guidance includes using repellents with DEET or picaridin and wearing loose, light-coloured clothing that covers arms and legs. Coral Reef Restoration: A new coral restoration push across Mauritius and Seychelles is rebuilding damaged reef ecosystems with coastal communities at the centre, aiming to strengthen shoreline protection, fish stocks, and tourism resilience as bleaching events continue. Seychelles Connectivity Update: Starlink has entered Seychelles’ telecom market, offering satellite broadband options and adding competition to traditional providers. Local Health System Challenge: A regional review highlights a “medical procurement paradox” in SADC—countries spend heavily on medicines, yet shortages persist—pointing to slow progress on pooled purchasing.

Chikungunya Travel Alerts: The CDC has flagged active chikungunya outbreaks in several destinations, including Mauritius and Seychelles, and warns travellers in other countries of elevated exposure risk; health advice focuses on avoiding mosquito bites using repellents (DEET or picaridin) and covering arms and legs with light, loose clothing. Seychelles Connectivity Boost: Seychelles has opened its telecom market to Starlink in a soft launch, giving households and businesses access to satellite broadband and adding a new competitor as the country pushes digital transformation under a regulatory framework. Local Health Supply Fix Needed: A regional health procurement “paradox” in SADC is highlighted: governments spend heavily on medicines, yet clinics still face shortages; experts point to pooled procurement as the solution, but say implementation has been slow since approval in 2017. Tourism Demand & Health Risks: Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List puts Praslin (Seychelles) among top nature-focused picks, while broader travel coverage also notes rising mosquito-borne illness concerns for holidaymakers—an important reminder for visitors planning island trips. Telecom & Public Services: Starlink’s entry could improve access for remote communities, potentially supporting education and public services alongside health messaging during outbreaks.

Chikungunya Travel Alerts: The CDC has flagged active chikungunya outbreaks in several destinations, including Seychelles, and warns travellers to protect themselves from mosquito bites; symptoms can include sudden fever and severe joint pain, with some cases causing lingering pain. Local Connectivity: Seychelles has officially opened its telecom market to Starlink, bringing satellite broadband competition for households and businesses under a new regulatory framework. Regional Health Systems: A report highlights a SADC medicines procurement paradox—countries are spending heavily on health supplies, yet shortages persist, with slow progress on a regional pooled procurement plan. Tourism & Health Risk Context: UK and European coverage warns of a mosquito-virus surge in holiday hotspots, underlining the need for bite prevention during travel. Island Travel Trends: Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List puts Praslin (Seychelles) among top “nature lovers” picks, with island searches up sharply year-on-year.

Chikungunya Travel Alert: The CDC has confirmed active chikungunya outbreaks in places including Mauritius and Seychelles, with travellers urged to avoid mosquito bites using DEET or picaridin and light, loose clothing; symptoms can include sudden fever and severe joint pain, with rare long-lasting or fatal complications. Telecom Access in Seychelles: Starlink has officially entered Seychelles’ telecom market via a soft launch, giving households and businesses a new satellite broadband option as regulators stress fair competition and consumer protection. SADC Medicines Shortage Problem: A regional “procurement paradox” is highlighted: SADC governments spend heavily on medicines, yet hospitals still face shortages, with slow progress on a pooled purchasing system blamed for missed savings and medicine security. Island Travel Buzz (Praslin in focus): Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List shows Praslin, Seychelles, among top “next wave” islands, with island searches up 55% year-on-year—useful context for health-aware travel planning. Power Cuts Abroad: Cyprus has started rotating electricity cuts due to supply deficits, a reminder that travel health risks can also come from local service disruptions.

Telecom Access: Seychelles has officially opened its broadband market to Starlink, giving households and businesses a new satellite internet option under a soft launch announced at State House, with regulators stressing consumer protection and fair competition. Mosquito-Borne Alert: The CDC lists active chikungunya outbreaks in places including Mauritius and Seychelles, and warns travellers to protect themselves from mosquito bites—especially where local transmission risk is elevated. Regional Health Supply: A report highlights a “medical procurement paradox” in SADC: governments spend heavily on medicines, yet shortages persist, with slow progress on a pooled procurement system meant to improve medicine security. Travel Safety Watch: UK health reporting flags rising mosquito-virus risks across European holiday hotspots, noting travel-acquired cases and urging personal bite-prevention measures. Island Travel Trends: Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List puts Praslin (Seychelles) among the fastest-rising nature-focused destinations, with island searches up sharply year-on-year. Tourism & Health Context: The same travel surge comes as more travellers seek “next wave” island escapes—raising the importance of outbreak-aware planning for visitors.

Chikungunya Travel Alerts: The CDC has confirmed active chikungunya outbreaks affecting Mauritius and Seychelles, with travellers also facing elevated exposure risk in several other countries; health guidance focuses on avoiding mosquito bites using DEET or picaridin and wearing light, loose clothing to cover arms and legs. Telecom Competition in Seychelles: Starlink has officially entered Seychelles’ telecommunications market in a soft launch, giving households and businesses access to satellite broadband and adding a new competitor as regulators stress consumer protection and fair competition. Regional Health Supply Fix: A report highlights a “medical procurement paradox” in SADC—governments spend heavily on medicines, yet shortages persist—while implementation of a pooled procurement system remains slow, despite its promise to improve access and pricing. Island Travel Buzz (Praslin Mention): Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List names Praslin, Seychelles, as a fast-rising nature-lover destination, reflecting a surge in island searches and social media interest. Electricity Cuts Abroad: Cyprus has started rotating load-shedding in grouped areas to manage supply deficits, underscoring how infrastructure strain can quickly affect daily life. Healthcare Workforce Pressure (Algeria): Two resident doctors died after gruelling on-call shifts, reigniting debate over chronic overwork, understaffing and hospital conditions.

Mosquito-borne illness alert: The UK is warning travellers after a rise in chikungunya cases, a mosquito-spread virus that can cause sudden fever and severe joint pain, with most people recovering within about two weeks but some suffering lingering pain for months or years; the BMJ reports 2025 infections were linked to travel, while the US CDC confirms active chikungunya outbreaks in Bolivia, Costa Rica, French Guiana, Mauritius, Seychelles and Suriname, and flags elevated exposure risk in Brazil, Colombia, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines and Thailand; health guidance includes using repellent with DEET or picaridin and wearing loose, light-coloured clothing that covers arms and legs. Addiction care cooperation: Seychelles’ President Patrick Herminie visited Reunion Island’s University Hospital addiction unit to discuss prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and family support, reaffirming the two islands’ health partnership and plans to share expertise on addiction issues. Telecoms and access: Seychelles has opened its telecommunications market to Starlink, bringing satellite broadband to households and businesses and adding a new competitor as the country pushes digital transformation under a regulatory framework. Regional medicines procurement gap: A report highlights SADC’s “medical procurement paradox,” where slow rollout of a regional pooled purchasing system for pharmaceuticals and medical supplies leaves hospitals and clinics facing shortages despite large spending. Public health travel context: Separate travel advisories and outbreak updates continue to circulate internationally for chikungunya hotspots, reinforcing the need for mosquito bite protection for travellers heading to affected areas.

Telecom Access: Seychelles has officially opened its telecommunications market to Starlink, bringing satellite broadband to households and businesses and adding a new competitor as the country pushes digital transformation under the Seychelles Communications Regulatory Authority. Travel Health Alert: The CDC has flagged active chikungunya outbreaks in several destinations, including Seychelles, and is urging travellers to protect themselves from mosquito bites—especially where local mosquito transmission is suspected. Regional Health Systems: A SADC “medical procurement paradox” is highlighted: governments spend heavily on medicines, yet shortages persist, with experts pointing to slow progress on a regional pooled procurement system approved years ago. Addiction Care Link-Up: Seychelles President Patrick Herminie visited Reunion Island’s University Hospital addiction unit to discuss prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and family support, aiming to strengthen the two islands’ health partnership on addictions. WHO Opportunities: The WHO has opened its Global Internship Programme to citizens of all 194 member states, including eligible African countries, offering placements across headquarters and country offices. Health Workforce Pressure (Abroad): Algeria’s resident doctors’ deaths after grueling on-call shifts have reignited debate over hospital understaffing and working conditions. Tourism & Nature (Local Angle): Seychelles’ Praslin is listed among Expedia’s 2026 “Island Hot List” for nature lovers, with interest rising sharply.

Chikungunya Travel Alert: The US CDC has issued a Level 2 travel health notice for Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Province (including Playa Langosta), urging travellers to protect themselves from mosquito bites as chikungunya spreads through infected mosquitoes. Seychelles in the Outbreak Mix: The CDC also lists active chikungunya outbreaks affecting parts of Mauritius, Mayotte, Seychelles and other destinations—an important reminder for island residents and visitors to take bite-prevention seriously. Addiction Care Link-Up: Seychelles’ President Patrick Herminie met Reunion Island’s University Hospital addiction teams to discuss prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and family support, with both sides reaffirming plans to strengthen their health partnership on addictions. Human Capital Focus: A new analysis highlights Seychelles among the few African countries scoring in the UN’s high human development tier, linking better education and universal healthcare to stronger outcomes. Visa & Mobility Notes: Separate travel coverage flags visa-free access rules that include Seychelles for some passport holders, but stresses entry permission is still decided at the border.

Chikungunya Travel Alerts: The US CDC has issued a Level 2 travel health notice for Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Province (Playa Langosta) after chikungunya cases rose, with local mosquito-control steps like fumigation and removing breeding sites; the CDC says chikungunya spreads via mosquito bites and typically causes fever and severe joint pain, with symptoms starting 3–7 days after exposure. Regional Health Link: The CDC also flags active chikungunya outbreaks in several destinations including Mauritius, Mayotte, Seychelles and French Guiana—reminding travellers to protect themselves from bites. Addiction Care Partnership: Seychelles President Patrick Herminie visited Reunion Island’s University Hospital addiction unit to discuss prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and family support, with both sides reaffirming plans to strengthen their health cooperation on addiction. Local Health System Pressure (Abroad): Algeria reported two resident doctor deaths after gruelling on-call shifts, reigniting debate over chronic overwork, understaffing and hospital conditions. Health Workforce Opportunity: WHO opened its Global Internship Programme to citizens of all 194 member states, including eligible African countries, with placements across HQ and regional offices.

Addiction care partnership: Seychelles’ President Patrick Herminie visited Reunion Island’s University Hospital North Addiction Unit to discuss addiction prevention and treatment, with talks covering prevention, patient monitoring, rehabilitation, family support and better coordination across health and community services—aimed at strengthening the Seychelles–Reunion health partnership. Cancer medicines supply: Seychelles’ Health Minister Dr Marvin Fanny told the National Assembly that the Ministry maintains at least six months of essential cancer medicine stocks and continues specialised treatments like immunotherapy based on patients’ clinical needs, responding to concerns about possible shortages. Maternal health gap: A global report highlights how the risk of dying in childbirth varies widely by country, with some places near zero risk while others still face very high maternal mortality—an issue relevant to Seychelles’ ongoing maternal health priorities. WHO internship access: WHO opened its Global Internship Programme to citizens of all 194 member states, including Seychelles, offering placements across Switzerland and offices worldwide for students and recent graduates. Mosquito-virus warning for travellers: UK health authorities warn of rising mosquito-borne illnesses in European holiday hotspots, including West Nile virus, dengue and chikungunya, as travel-acquired cases increase. Visa pathway for Seychelles nationals: India released its 2026 e-Visa eligible country list, which includes Seychelles, allowing online applications for tourism, business and medical travel.

Seychelles–Reunion Health Partnership: Seychelles President Patrick Herminie visited Reunion Island’s University Hospital Addiction Unit to discuss addiction prevention and treatment, focusing on coordinated care across prevention, rehabilitation, and family support—aimed at strengthening shared expertise to tackle addiction challenges. Cancer Care Update: Seychelles’ Health Minister Dr Marvin Fanny told the National Assembly that the Ministry maintains at least six months of essential cancer medicine stocks and continues specialised treatments like immunotherapy based on patients’ clinical needs, responding to concerns about possible shortages. Public Health & Travel Risk: UK authorities warned of a “triple threat” of mosquito-borne viruses spreading in European holiday hotspots, highlighting West Nile virus, dengue fever and chikungunya, with travel-acquired cases already logged in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Tourism Data With Local Links: Expedia’s 2026 “Island Hot List” names Praslin (Seychelles) among fast-rising island escapes, alongside St. Lucia and Porto Santo, with searches up globally and wellness and nature themes driving interest. Visa Access for Seychelles Citizens: Germany’s updated short-stay rules keep visa-free entry limited to only Mauritius and Seychelles among African countries (up to 90 days), while other nationalities still need visas. WHO Opportunity: WHO opened its Global Internship Programme to all member states, including eligible African countries such as Seychelles, offering placements across HQ and country offices. Food Security Drive: Absa’s Mandela Month campaign continues in July with volunteers packing 116,000 nutritious meals across several African regions, supporting children’s nutrition and education initiatives.

Addiction care partnership: Seychelles President Patrick Herminie visited Reunion Island’s University Hospital North Addiction Unit to discuss addiction prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and family support, with both sides reaffirming plans to strengthen health cooperation and share expertise. Cancer treatment continuity: Seychelles Health Minister Dr Marvin Fanny told the National Assembly that the Ministry maintains at least six months of essential cancer medicine stocks and continues specialised treatments like immunotherapy based on patients’ clinical needs. Maternal health gap: A global report highlights how childbirth safety varies widely by country, with some nations near zero risk while others still face very high maternal mortality—an issue relevant to Seychelles’ ongoing maternal health priorities. WHO internships: WHO opened its Global Internship Programme to citizens of all 194 member states, including eligible African countries such as Seychelles, offering hands-on public health placements across headquarters and country offices. Visa access for Seychelles: Ukraine’s e-Visa list includes Seychelles for short stays, while Spain’s 2026 visa-free access also includes Seychelles—both could affect medical travel and health-related visits. Travel and wellness demand: Expedia data shows rising interest in island getaways, including Porto Santo (Madeira) and Cape Verde after World Cup heroics—useful context for Seychelles’ tourism-health planning, especially around wellness travel.