Seychelles National Day Celebration: Seychelles deserves more than ceremony – St.Ange

National Day: Seychelles deserves more than ceremony – St.Ange

Ahead of the National Day celebration of Seychelles on Sunday June 29, 2025, Presidential Candidate, Alain St.Ange, who is running as an Independent Candidate in the forthcoming Presidential Election, billed for September 27, 2025, has in a nationwide message, challenged his people to action.

Calling on them to be bold and decisive as they go to the polls to elect the next President, noting that a lot is at stake as their decision will either make or mar the progress of the country.

This is as he calls for a change, presenting himself and his running mate, Daniella Payet, as the next best and viable alternative, to take the country to a prosperous future that beckons.

St. Ange, was a former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine. He also serves as Vice President for International Affairs in World Tourism Network ((WTN) and former President of the African Tourism Board, and now as global speaker and tourism consultant as well as runs his consultancy firm.

 

His message in full:

 

As we approach National Day, we’re reminded of what patriotism truly means — not blind loyalty to those in power, but unwavering commitment to the people of this country.

For too long, we’ve been told to be grateful for “stability” while prices rise, standards fall, and the gap between privilege and hardship widens. We’ve watched ministers reward themselves while families struggle.

We’ve seen our youth labelled and overlooked, our elders sidelined, and our resources mishandled — all in the name of progress.

But real patriotism dares to question. It dares to dream. And above all, it dares to do better.

At Lalyans Nouvo Sesel, we’re not just preparing for an election — we’re preparing for a new chapter. One where the people matter more than party colours. One where plans replace propaganda, and where dignity is restored in every home, not just in speeches.

We will: Tackle the cost of living with real economic reform, not shallow headlines; Empower our farmers, fishers, and youth — instead of exporting our future; Clean up the mess in housing, healthcare, and utilities — because basics should never be luxuries; and End the quiet giveaway of our land and resources — and put Seychelles back in Seychellois hands

We’re not just raising a flag.

We’re raising our voice.

Raising our identity.

Raising a nation that remembers who it is.

Let this National Day ignite something deeper — a revival of our Creole pride, our values, our traditions. A return to the spirit of solidarity that built this country from island to island, hand in hand.

This time, we will not simply celebrate Seychelles.

We will reclaim it.

We will rebuild it.

We will put Seychellois first — proudly, boldly, and together.

This is our moment.

This is our Alliance