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IPA Seychelles Celebrates another Anniversary with End-of-Year Party 2025.

IPA Seychelles proudly celebrated another Anniversary with a vibrant End-of-Year 2025 Party on Saturday, April 18, 2026, hosted by the IPA Committee at Spice Catering (formerly Fishtail). The event began at 6:45 PM and brought together members, partners, and distinguished guests for an evening of reflection, celebration, and community spirit.

A Milestone Celebration

The Committee highlighted IPA Seychelles’ journey over the past five years, emphasizing achievements in fostering collaboration, cultural exchange, and organisational growth. The anniversary was not only a moment to honor past successes but also to look forward to new opportunities and continued innovation.

Festivities and Atmosphere

Guests were treated to a lively program filled with music, dance, and photo shoot, all complemented by a specially curated menu from Spice Catering. The evening radiated the organisation’s values of inclusivity and togetherness, with the warmth of camaraderie shining through every moment. The joyous atmosphere captured the spirit of unity that defines IPA Seychelles, making the celebration both memorable and meaningful.

Special Highlights

  • The Presence of the New Commissioner Godfra Hermitte who is also a new member of the IPA Seychelles.
  • An international touch was added with the presence of retired police officer and also an IPA member Francesco Mur from Spain and wife were present.
  • The IPA Committee members joined President Inspector Audrey Ally in a symbolic cake-cutting ceremony.

Committee Statement

IPA President, Inspector Audrey Ally expressed appreciation to Commissioner of Police Godfra Hermitte for his continuous support and encouragement. She added: “As the Seychelles section continues to prosper, we are honoured to share this occasion with our distinguished guests and members. I encourage our members to take pride in our work and continue to uphold the values of IPA Seychelles.”

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The Commissioner of Police, Mr. Godfra Hermitte, is currently attending a regional conference in Réunion.

Mr. Hermitte is participating in the Conference of Chiefs of Police of the Southern Indian Ocean in Saint-Denis, which commenced on 21st April and concludes on 22nd April 2026. The conference brings together regional law enforcement leaders to strengthen cooperation and address shared security challenges, with a primary focus on combating narcotics trafficking. Key discussions include:
- Sharing best practices,
- Enhancing operational cooperation,
- Developing joint strategies against drug trafficking networks.
The Commissioner’s participation underscores Seychelles’ commitment to regional collaboration in combating transnational crime and safeguarding public safety. He is supported at the conference by Chief Superintendent Jemmy Bouzin.
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Milestone

The Seychelles Police Force celebrated a significant milestone with the official signing of documents and the commencement of construction for a new police station at Île Perseverance.
The ceremony, held yesterday at the Commissioner of Police Office, brought together key stakeholders and senior officers. The signing was officiated by the Commissioner of Police, Mr. Godfra Hermitte, alongside Mrs. Dorayne Calderin-Torres, Director General of the Seychelles Infrastructure Agency (SIA), and Mr. Karsan Kerai, Managing Director of Gopinath Builders, the contractor appointed for the project.
Funded by the Ministry of Homeland Security and Civil Affairs, the new station demonstrates a major investment in bolstering law enforcement infrastructure, with a contract value of SCR 19,781,998.00. The station is expected to be completed in 2027.
The Perseverance Police Station will function as a facility aimed at enhancing policing capacity, improving community safety, and providing officers with the necessary resources to deliver effective law enforcement services. This initiative highlights the government’s commitment to strengthening public security and supporting the operational needs of the Seychelles Police Force.
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The Ambassador of Japan, H.E. Mr. Sakuta Makoto

The Ambassador of Japan, H.E. Mr. Sakuta Makoto, accompanied by Mr. Sadamasa Oue, a distinguished Japanese diplomat and international policy expert who served as Special Advisor to the Prime Minister of Japan, along with a delegation from Japan, paid a visit this afternoon to the ongoing project at the newly constructed Marine Police Headquarters.
They were joined by the Commissioner of Police, Mr. Godfra Hermitte, members of the Police Executive, and the Officer in Charge of the Marine Police Unit, Inspector Andrew Sinon.
During the visit, the delegation was briefed on the current status of the project and the expected completion timeline.
The foundation stone for the project was laid on 26th June 2025 marking the commencement of the construction.
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