Seychelles arms import inquiry presents report
A commission heard testimony from 99 individuals and reviewed 378 documents over 10 months.
A commission investigating arms imports into Seychelles since 2000 presented its findings to President Dr. Patrick Herminie on March 11, 2026. The inquiry heard evidence from 99 individuals, including members of the defense force, police, politicians, and the public. The commission was sworn in on January 19 of the same year.
Commission chairperson Justice Duncan Gaswaga highlighted that the team examined 378 documents in addition to the testimonies received. The report was officially handed over to the President this morning.
The commission's work spanned the last 10 months, gathering evidence on arms importation activities that began in the year 2000.
Why it mattersSeychelles' President received a report from a commission investigating arms imports.