Summary
Patrick Herminie, the main opposition leader in Seychelles, won the presidential election against the incumbent, Wavel Ramkalawan, in a runoff vote. Herminie secured 52.7% of the votes and promised to improve living conditions and unite the nation. His party also regained control of the parliament last month.
Key Facts
- Patrick Herminie won Seychelles' presidential election with 52.7% of the votes.
- The incumbent, Wavel Ramkalawan, received 47.3% of the votes.
- Herminie promised to lower living costs and improve public services in his victory speech.
- The election required a runoff because no candidate got a majority in the first round.
- Ramkalawan congratulated Herminie and talked about his legacy as president.
- Herminie faced and was cleared of witchcraft charges in 2024, which allowed him to run for office.
- United Seychelles (Herminie's party) won parliamentary elections recently, regaining control from Ramkalawan's party.
