U.S. in Seychelles

05/10/2026

🌍 Meet Rosabelle Mederick, Mandela Washington Fellowship Alum!

"One of the most rewarding aspects of my Mandela Washington Fellowship was the opportunity to connect, learn, and share experiences with people from different backgrounds and cultures. At Rutgers, I especially enjoyed volunteering as a mentor for a high school engineering and technology summer programme, where fellow MWF participants and I worked with talented students to design a more resilient town after a fictional natural disaster. Seeing their creativity and enthusiasm and being able to share my own experience as an architect, was incredibly meaningful and reminded me of the importance of giving back and inspiring the next generation.

From working alongside driven young African leaders and local entrepreneurs at Rutgers to exchanging ideas with professionals and experiencing new approaches to architecture during my time at Moody Nolan, the Fellowship enriched me both personally and professionally. I continue to carry those experiences into my work today, particularly through my commitment to sustainable, climate-responsive design and to encouraging other young Seychellois to embrace opportunities that broaden their horizons."

✨ Fun fact: Rosabelle mentored high school students on designing disaster-resilient towns during her Fellowship at Rutgers!

📢 Applications for the 2027 Mandela Washington Fellowship close on October 13.

Don’t wait until the last minute! Start your application TODAY and give yourself plenty of time to put forward your strongest application.

Eligible applicants can apply to one of three tracks:
🔹 Business and Trade
🔹 Emerging Technologies
🔹 Governance and Security

Ready to write your own Fellowship story? 👉 Learn more and apply: https://www.mandelawashingtonfellowship.org/apply/

USAinSeychelles

01/10/2026

🇺🇸🤝🇸🇨 A large group of U.S. exchange alumni gathered at Augerine Small Hotel last night for a U.S. Exchange Alumni Reception celebrating 250 years of American independence and the enduring friendship between the United States and Seychelles.

The evening featured fun networking activities that gave alumni the opportunity to reconnect, meet fellow exchange participants, and share their experiences.

U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Christopher Green also had the opportunity to meet many of the alumni and learn firsthand about the work they are doing across Seychellois society.

In his remarks, CDA Green said: “Alumni like you are the living bridge between our two nations, carrying forward the ideas, values, and friendships that keep this relationship strong for generations to come.”

From the Fulbright Program and Mandela Washington Fellowship to the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), Seychellois exchange alumni are using the knowledge, skills, and connections gained through their U.S. experiences to contribute to their communities and strengthen the U.S.-Seychelles relationship.

Here’s to the alumni, the friendships built, and the next 50 years of U.S.-Seychelles ties! 🇺🇸🇸🇨

23/09/2026

🌍 Meet Nisha Chengo, Mandela Washington Fellowship Alum!

"One of the most impactful lessons from my Fellowship experience was discovering the true power of collaboration. Coming from different sectors and backgrounds, we each brought unique strengths, but our shared passion for building better communities and contributing to the Africa we envision united us.
When we recognize, harness, and complement each other's strengths, we can achieve so much more collectively. That is a lesson I continue to carry into my personal and professional life, particularly in how I approach teamwork and leadership.
Being entrusted to give the Vote of Thanks on behalf of the cohort and being recognized as Best Team Player by my fellow cohort members at the end of the Fellowship, reminded me that meaningful impact is rarely achieved alone. It is built through trust, shared strengths, and a willingness to bring out the best in one another."

✨ Fun fact: Nisha celebrated her birthday during the Fellowship!

📢 Applications for the 2027 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders are NOW open!

Eligible applicants can apply to one of three tracks:
🔹 Business and Trade
🔹 Emerging Technologies
🔹 Governance and Security

Ready to write your own Fellowship story? 👉 Learn more and apply: https://www.mandelawashingtonfellowship.org/apply/

21/09/2026

🌍 Meet Raghavi Naidu, Mandela Washington Fellowship Alum!

"The Fellowship reinforced for me that challenges can be overcome when collaboration is at the heart of the process. This picture was from one of our many brainstorming sessions for the Mandela Day event, whereby, as Fellows, we were responsible for designing various segments of the programme. It was incredible to see how each of us harnessed our respective strengths, got the chance to hone other skills, and overcame obstacles, all because we each did our part. Collaboration continues to shape both my professional and personal life, as it helps ease the uncertainty that often comes with new challenges, and it is a reminder of how different obstacles were tackled in the past!"

✨ Fun fact: Raghavi gave the vote of thanks on behalf of her fellow Fellows and was part of the video team for the Mandela Day event!

📢 Applications for the 2027 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders open TOMORROW, September 22!
Eligible applicants can apply to one of three tracks:
🔹 Business and Trade
🔹 Emerging Technologies
🔹 Governance and Security

Ready to write your own Fellowship story? 👉

Learn more and apply: mandelawashingtonfellowship.org

14/09/2026

11/09/2026

On this Patriot Day, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the bravery of the first responders and everyday heroes who answered the call. Their memory continues to guide our resolve to protect our nation and its people. 🇺🇸

10/09/2026

🇺🇸🇸🇨 Celebrating Seychelles’ U.S. Exchange Alumni!

The U.S. Embassy is proud to witness two U.S. exchange program alumni take on new leadership roles in the Government of Seychelles.

👏 Michelle Sabury has been appointed Principal Secretary for Homeland Security. Michelle recently returned from the United States, where she participated in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), focusing on human trafficking and efforts to combat this global challenge.

👏 Sheryl Vangadasamy has been appointed Principal Secretary for Land Transport. Sheryl was among the first group of Seychellois to participate in the prestigious Mandela Washington Fellowship when the program launched in 2014, strengthening leadership skills and fostering partnerships and community development.

From exchange programs to public service, these experiences continue to connect Seychellois leaders with their American counterparts while building skills, networks, and partnerships that contribute to both Seychelles and the United States.

Congratulations, Michelle and Sheryl! 🇺🇸🇸🇨

04/09/2026

📢 Embassy Closure Notice

The U.S. Embassy will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day, a U.S. federal holiday.
Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8.

🇺🇸 U.S. Citizen Emergency Services: If you are a U.S. citizen experiencing an emergency in Seychelles, please call +230 202-4400 at any time.

02/09/2026

01/09/2026