The high commissioner of South Africa to Seychelles, Mr Dumi Madumane, yesterday made a farewell call on President James Michel at State House.

During the meeting they reviewed various issues of mutual interest, including piracy, improving tourism and encouraging more ordinary people to visit the two countries.

"Seychelles has the potential to develop as a centre of tourism attraction and as long as the natural beauty of the country is preserved, I am sure people will always want to come to Seychelles," said Mr Madumane who was based in Mauritius.