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On August 13, The Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) gratefully accepted a donation of equipment from the Government of India, including Main Electronic Units (MEUs), specialised Dornier aircraft tools, safety helmets and seamanship ropes for the Seychelles Coast Guard. The donation will contribute to the continued operational readiness, safety and serviceability of SDF assets.
Le français, au cœur de la coopération de défense franco-seychelloise Ce jeudi 6 août, une cérémonie de remise de diplômes de langue française s’est tenue en présence du Major général Michael Rosette, commandant des Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF), pour récompenser des militaires seychellois ayant suivi une formation en français. Organisée à l’initiative de l’Ambassade de …
From Service to the Football Pitch: SDF Women Making Their Mark From Service to the Football Pitch: SDF Women Making Their Mark The Seychelles Defence Forces proudly celebrates Corporal Veena Cadeau and Private Kimbelly Chang Tak Hue, two SDF members who continue to excel on the football pitch. Corporal Cadeau serves in the SDF Procurement …
SDF AND FAZSOI SIGN TWINNING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THEIR TWO UNITS On the occasion of the French National Day and the visit of the SDF delegation to Reunion Island, the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) and Forces Armées du Zone Sud de l’Océan Indien (FAZSOI) recently signed a twinning agreement between the 2 forces. The first of …
Major General Michael Rosette, Chief of Defence Forces of the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF), chaired the Plenary Session of the Contact Group on Illicit Maritime Activities (CGIMA), held in Mauritius in July 2026. As Chair of the CGIMA, Seychelles reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening regional cooperation, enhancing transparency, promoting capacity building and fostering greater…
SDF OFFICER RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS FRENCH DECORATIONS As part of the activities to commemorate the French National Day in Reunion Island, the Commander of the Special Operations Unit, Lt Colonel Mondon, was awarded the French National Defence Medal. The medal was presented by General Jean de Monicault, Commander of the FAZSOI. In his convocation, Gen de …
SDF Chaplain Participates in ISDSC Spiritual and Moral Support Service Working Group Conference The Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) was represented by Force Chaplain Lt. Col. Louis Agathine (Retd.) at the ISDSC Spiritual and Moral Support Service Working Group Conference, held in Windhoek, Republic of Namibia from 12 to 17 July 2026. Held under the theme …
Strengthening Partnership Through Dialogue Today, the Seychelles Defence Forces had the honour of hosting the Honourable Members of the National Assembly’s Defence and Security Committee for an interactive engagement at the Integrated Headquarters at Bel Eau. The session provided a valuable opportunity for Committee members to gain deeper insight into the mandate, roles, responsibilities,…
Recruit Intake 02/2026 Successfully Completes Pass of Square On Friday 10th July, recruits of Intake 02/2026 successfully completed their Pass of Square, marking the conclusion of the initial six weeks of Basic Military Training, which spans over a period of 90 days. The event represents a key milestone in the early stages of a recruit’s …
Ce vendredi 10 juillet, une cérémonie d’aurevoir se tenait à Bel-Eau pour marquer la fin du séjour du commissaire principal (CRP) Timothée Sevaistre au sein des Seychelles Defense Forces. Après 3 ans aux Seychelles cet officier français chargé de la coopération entre la France et les Seychelles dans les domaines de la défense et de …
