May 27, 2011 -- Former President James Mancham has sent a message of congratulations to President James Michel who won 55.4% of the votes in last weekend's election.

President Mancham expressed  his "warmest congratulations on your 55%+ victory at the election."

"It is a resounding victory which reflects in the first place the people's appreciation of both your hard work and your commitment to changes. Now, therefore under your leadership, the Seychelles can look forward to years of progress," said President Mancham who was in Russia at the time of the election.