UniSey and Judiciary Collaborate to Launch Seychelles’ First Paralegal Course
The Judiciary of Seychelles and the University of Seychelles (UniSey) have marked a groundbreaking moment in legal education with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and the official launch of Seychelles’ first Certificate in Paralegal Studies. The event, held at the Palais de Justice on Monday 20 January 2025, brought together prominent members […]
Judiciary and Department for the Elderly & Disabled Unite to Improve Legal Aid and Access to Justice for Vulnerable Groups
A landmark collaboration between the Judiciary and the Department for the Elderly & Disabled has been launched to improve access to legal aid and judicial services for some of Seychelles’ most vulnerable citizens. The initiative, which includes the introduction of informative brochures and specially trained agents, aims to guide elderly and disabled individuals in navigating […]
Seychelles Elected to the Executive Bureau of the Conference Constitutional Jurisdictions of Africa
The Conference Constitutional Jurisdictions of Africa (CJCA) held its 7th Congress from 30 October to 2 November 2024 in Victoria-Falls (Republic of Zimbabwe). The Judiciary of Seychelles was represented by Supreme Court Judge Mohan Burhan, and our Director for Legal Affairs Mr. Lionel Garrick. At the event, Seychelles, as represented by the Chief Justice Rony […]
October 2024 Newsletter: Collaborations, Trainings, and Internal Updates
We invite you to read our October 2024 newsletter, which you can view by clicking here. It includes an overview of the various events the Judiciary hosted in collaboration with other entities, in depth trainings for Judicial Officers, overseas missions, and internal staff news.
Examination for Admission of Attorney at Law This November 2024
The Examination for admission of Attorney at Law will be held from 18 November to 29 November 2024 at the Palais de Justice. All eligible candidates wishing to sit the Examination should register with the Registrar of the Supreme Court (registrar@judiciary.gov.sc ) , enclosing a certified copy of the certificate of completing a qualifying degree […]
Rhea Rene Called to the Bar As Attorney at Law
Rhea Rene took her oaths before the Chief Justice on Friday 26 April 2024 at the Supreme Court. For the occasion, her pupil master Ms. Benoiton expressed great pride and admiration for Ms. Rene’s work ethic, stating that she has earned respect in her work. “She has showcased confident advocacy skills in the courtroom,” Benoiton […]
Seychelles Unveils Groundbreaking Judicial Manual to Combat Money Laundering
Victoria, Seychelles – March 26, 2024 – In a significant stride towards bolstering its efforts against money laundering, Seychelles has unveiled a groundbreaking Judicial Manual crafted in collaboration with the EU Global Facility on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing. His Lordship Chief Justice Rony Govinden, speaking at the official unveiling ceremony held at the Eden […]
Shireen Denys Called to the Bar As Attorney at Law
This Monday 25 March 2024, in a ceremony in the Supreme Court among colleagues and friends, Shireen Denys took her oaths and was called to the Bar as an Attorney at Law. Ms. Denys got her Bachelor of Law from the University of London in 2018, before successfully passing the Bar Exam in 2019. She […]
February 2024 Newsletter: Court Reopening, World Social Justice Day Feature, and More
We invite you to read the first newsletter for the year 2024, which you can view by clicking here. It includes an overview of the Reopening of the Supreme Court ceremony in early January, events the Judiciary have hosted, lawyers called to the Bar, new appointments, and oath taking of civil servants, as well as […]
Bar Vocational Course 2024 – Application Form Available, Deadline by 26 March
Commencement of the Bar Vocational Course The Judiciary of Seychelles announces that the Bar Vocational Course (BVC) for 2024 will commence on 11 April, 2024. The BVC is designed to give law graduates who are desirous of becoming Attorneys-at-law the necessary foundation in the Seychelles legal system and laws to prepare them to sit the […]