Twenty-eight recruits today officially joined the ranks of the Seychelles Defence Forces, after successfully completing a demanding three-month training programme, the group graduated during the Passing Out Ceremony for Intake 01/2026 today.
The ceremony held at the Seychelles Coast Guard Base, was attended by the Commander-in Chief, Dr Patrick Herminie, Major General, Michael Rosette, Deputy Chief of Defence Force Brigadier Jean Attala, Colonel Michael Hollanda alongside senior military officers, family members and invited guests who gathered to celebrate the important milestone.
The graduates were formally presented as newly appointed Privates after months of intensive physical, academic, and practical military training designed to prepare them for service to the nation.
Addressing the graduates, Major General Michael Rosette commended the recruits for the the determination, disclipline and resilience shown by the recruits throughout the programme.
“It was not an easy journey, and if you have made it through, you should be proud of yourselves,” he told the graduates.
Major General Rosette encouraged the new Privates to uphold the values of discipline, professionalism and integrity as they begin their careers within the Seychelles Defence Forces.
The ceremony also recognised recruits who demonstrated exceptional performance throughout the training program .
Private Shaddy Botshare received the award for Best Academic Performance after excelling in classroom studies throughout the training. The award for Best in Practical Studies was presented to Private Samad Marie for exceptional performance during hands-on and field exercises.
The highest honour of the intake, Best Overall Recruit, was awarded to Private Valdano Volcere in recognition of his consistent excellence, leadership, discipline, and overall commitment during the training programme.
The Passing Out Ceremony marked not only the successful completion of training, b the beginning of a new chapter of national service for the young Privates as they prepare to contribute to the safety, security and sovereignty of Seychelles.