Before many Seychellois even knew what was happening on Assomption Island,…

MAR 14 2026 · 10:39

Before many Seychellois even knew what was happening on Assomption Island, construction had already begun. During the Commission of Inquiry, it emerged that the airstrip was expanded, heavy machinery had been used on the island, and sections of its ancient sand dunes had been destroyed, all in an environment known for its ecological sensitivity. Without meaningful public consultation or a proper environmental impact assessments. Permission for these works had been granted by the Ministry of Environment, raising deeper questions about how such decisions were made and how environmental protections are applied. Moments like this invite us to reflect on something bigger. How much transparency should exist around major developments? And who ultimately decides what happens to our land? You can watch the full conversation on the Seychelles at Heart YouTube channel.