Saralnama52.7% of voters chose Patrick Herminie as Seychelles' new president. He defeated incumbent Wavel Ramkalawan, who got 47.3% votes. Herminie promised to lower living costs and unite the nation. The election went to a runoff after no candidate won a majority in the first round. Herminie, a former parliamentary speaker, faced witchcraft charges in 2023, which were dropped in 2024. His party, United Seychelles, won recent parliamentary elections. Ramkalawan congratulated Herminie and said he left a strong legacy. Herminie vowed to be president for all Seychellois and end divisions. (Updated 12 Oct 2025, 16:18 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 52.7% of voters chose Patrick Herminie as Seychelles' new president
- He defeated incumbent Wavel Ramkalawan, who got 47.3% votes
- Herminie promised to lower living costs and unite the nation