Joanna Sarah Mussard Called to The Bar
The legal profession welcomed a new member on Monday 13 April , as Joanna Mussard was formally called to the Bar during a ceremony held at the Palais de Justice, before the Chief Justice. Ms. Mussard holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of London, which she received in 2018 and went on […]
April Newsletter: A New Judicial Year, Educational Initiatives, and Staff Achievements
We are pleased to present to you our first edition of the 2026 newsletter. In this edition, you can read about our latest events, outreach initiatives, and the many ways in which our staff interact with stakeholders and achieve personal development. We wish you a happy reading, please click here to read the April newsletter. […]
Judiciary Staff Celebrate Academic Achievements Through Completed Courses
The Judiciary of Seychelles proudly congratulates four members of staff who recently completed professional studies at the Guy Morel Institute, marking an important milestone in their commitment to personal and professional development. On Friday 27 February, Ingrid Dodin, Joshuanna Sandapin, Marcia Shirine Govinden, and Shabella Simeon graduated after successfully completing their respective programmes. Ingrid obtained […]
“Give to Gain”: Judiciary Commemorates Women’s Day and Women Judges Day 2026
The Judiciary marked International Women’s Day on Friday 6 March with a heartfelt celebration dedicated to the many women who form the backbone of our institution. The day began with the distribution of small tokens of appreciation to our women staff, recognising their dedication, professionalism, and daily contributions to the administration of justice. We were […]
Judiciary Appoints New Magistrate and Promotes Senior Magistrate
The Judiciary of Seychelles has marked an important milestone in the strengthening of the justice system with the appointment of Olivia Vel as Magistrate and the promotion of Ananth Subramaniam to the rank of Senior Magistrate. The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Supreme Court this Monday 2 March in the presence of the Chief Justice, […]
Kimberly D’Offay Called to the Bar
The legal profession welcomed a new member on Friday 6 February, as Mrs. Kimberly D’Offay was formally called to the Bar during a ceremony held at the Palais de Justice, before the Chief Justice and Justice David Esparon of the Supreme Court. Mrs. D’Offay joins the Attorney General’s Office, where she completed her two-year pupillage […]
Bar Course Begins in March 2026
The Judiciary of Seychelles hereby gives notice that the Bar Vocational Course (BVC) for 2026 will commence on 02nd March 2026. The BVC is designed to provide graduates with a degree in Law (LLB. Hons.) with the necessary foundation in the Seychelles legal system and laws to enable them to adequately prepare for the Bar […]
Reopening of the Supreme Court 2026: Upholding the Rule of Law with Integrity
The Judiciary of Seychelles officially marked the beginning of the 2026 judicial year on Monday 12 January with the Reopening of the Supreme Court Ceremony, a long-standing national tradition that reflects the country’s commitment to justice, democracy and the rule of law. The day began with a solemn church service at the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, […]
Judiciary Launches New e-Service Platform to Streamline Access to Justice
The Judiciary of Seychelles has officially launched its new Judiciary e-Service Platform, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to modernising court processes and improving access to justice through digital transformation. The launch event brought together key members of the justice sector, including the President of the Court of Appeal, the Chief Justice, Justices of […]
Justice Andre Appointed Deputy President to the International Commission of Dispute Resolution Online
The International Commission for Dispute Resolution ONLINE (ICDRO) has announced through its Council and President, James Corbett KC, of the appointment of Justice Samia Cecile Bella Andre as Deputy President (Hon.) on Tuesday 18 November 2025. Justice Andre will be supporting the ICDRO mission to advance alternate dispute resolution policies in states and corporations, as […]