Summary
Seychelles will have a rerun of its presidential election because no candidate got more than 50% of the vote. Patrick Herminie and current president Wavel Ramkalawan are the main contenders in this next round, happening from October 9-11. The election is important due to issues like economic policies and concerns about a land lease to a foreign company.
Key Facts
- Seychelles will hold a rerun presidential election as no candidate won outright.
- Patrick Herminie received 48.8% of the vote; incumbent Wavel Ramkalawan got 46.4%.
- A candidate needs over 50% of the vote to win the presidency.
- The runoff election is scheduled for October 9-11.
- Ramkalawan’s party focuses on economic recovery, social development, and environmental sustainability.
- Herminie represents the United Seychelles party, which ruled from 1977 to 2020.
- Voters have concerns about a drug crisis and land leases to foreign companies.
- About 6,000 people in Seychelles are estimated to use heroin, with high addiction rates.
