August 17 2011 -- The ruling Parti Lepep (People's Party) announced at an extraordinary congress last night, the candidates who will stand in election of a new National Assembly at the end of September and beginning October.
The candidates are: Dr Jhowla Manoo for Anse aux Pins
Mr Bernard Arnephy for Anse Boileau
Mr Melval Dugasse for Anse Etoile
Mr Derek Samson for Anse Royale
Mrs Murielle Marie for Au Cap
Mr Wilby Lucas for Baie Lazare
Mrs Natasha Esther for Baie Ste Anne
Mrs Merina Souris for Beau Vallon
Mrs Nichole Barbe for Bel Air
Mrs Galen Bresson for Bel Ombre
Mr Charles Decommarmond for Cascade
Mr Kevin Vidot for English River
Dr David Payet for Glacis
Mr Lenny Leon for Grand Anse Mahe
Mr Marc Volcere for Grand Anse Pralsin
Mrs Chantal Ghislain for La Digue and Inner Islands
Mr Emmanuel Fideria for Les Mamelles
Mrs Sheryl Vengadasamy for Mont Buxton
Mrs Begitta Jeannevol for Mont Fleuri
Mrs Roma Aglae for Plaisance
Mrs Jennifer Vel for Pointe Larue
Mrs Sultane Jacqueline for Port Glaud
Mrs Jeovana Charles for Roche Caiman
Mr Hubert Hoareau for Saint Louis
Mr Alderick Bristol for Takamaka
President James Michel, who is party leader, wished the candidates, among them 11 women, success in the legislation elections.
He said: "I've always said that we need a National Assembly that is serious and works in the interest of the people. An assembly that criticizes when it should criticize, but at the same time makes valuable contributions that will strengthen our democratic institutions and values."
The President asked the candidates to remain humble, always be attentive to the people and be true leaders.
"In the New Seychelles, we are earning victories. I want you to be instruments that will bring us more victories for our democracy, development and wellbeing of our people. And for us to achieve the victories you will have to work hard and remain connected with the people. This is your mission!" the President told the candidates.
Legislative elections will be held on 29th, 30th September and 1st October.
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