Some 125 students and their teachers from the three main islands of the Seychelles, Mahe, Praslin and La Digue attended the James Michel Foundation’s annual conference to mark World Oceans Day. Held on the eve of the Day itself, the conference saw several high level presentations by NGOs and public organisations which are directly or indirectly related to the ocean.

Former President Michel told the delegates that he is dedicating the Planetary Leadership Award which he is receiving from National Geographic this week, as well as all the other accolades he has received, to the people of Seychelles who supported him in protecting almost 50% of land and 30% of waters during his time as President.