Ex-Seychelles Tourism Minister, St. Ange Appointed Ambassador at Large

Charles Ajunwa 

Former Seychelles’ Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports, and Marine, Dr. Alain St. Ange, has been appointed as Ambassador at Large for the Republic of Seychelles, following a vote in the National Assembly ratifying the appointment made by the President. Dr. Patrick  Herminie.

 The Seychelles National Assembly confirmed the appointment of  St.Ange as Ambassador At Large for Seychelles.

He said the appointment marked a new chapter not only in his distinguished career but for the nation he has long served. Nominated by President Herminie, and now confirmed by the Seychelles National Assembly, St.Ange steps into his new role carrying a wealth of experience gained from decades of dedicated work in tourism—a sector at the heart of Seychelles’ identity and prosperity.

St.Ange called it both a privilege and a chance to give back to the country that has shaped him. With a close-knit community of just over 100,000 people, he believes Seychelles must find strength in unity— harnessing talents from across the nation and rising above political divisions.

For St. Ange, progress means leveraging the wisdom and commitment of all Seychellois for the benefit of the whole country. With more than 40 years as an advocate for tourism, St. Ange’s name is synonymous with innovation and leadership. 

As the former CEO of the Seychelles Tourism Board, he was the driving force behind such initiatives as the internationally celebrated ‘Carnival International de Victoria‘. The event drew global attention to Seychelles, welcoming visitors worldwide and raising the nation’s profile as a premier travel destination. Throughout his career, St.Ange has championed the causes of sustainable tourism and local empowerment, insisting that growth must benefit the people of Seychelles year-round—not just during peak seasons.

Looking ahead, St.Ange expressed readiness and optimism. He viewed the appointment as the dawn of a new era of service—one focused on uniting the country, fostering collaboration, and solidifying Seychelles’ reputation as a resilient, progressive, and united nation on the global stage.