Following the appointment of former Chief Justice, Hon. Rony Govinden, to the Court of Appeal of Seychelles as a Justice of Appeal, Supreme Court Judge Mohan Niranjit Burhan has been appointed as the Acting Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Seychelles, with immediate effect, upon recommendation of the Constitutional Appointments Authority (CAA).
Judge Burhan will assume the responsibilities and functions of the Office of the Chief Justice until 13 January 2027 to ensure continuity in the leadership and administration of the Judiciary of the Republic of Seychelles.
The Constitutional Appointments Authority has advertised for the post of Chief Justice and is expecting applications from qualified persons so that an official appointment can take place.