President James Michel has transmitted a message of condolence on behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of Seychelles to Mr John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana following the explosion and flooding in the country's capital resulting in the deaths of over a 150 people.

In his message, Mr Michel remarked "may all those affected in this disaster find the strength and courage to cope at this most difficult time.

President Michel noted that the people of Seychelles stand united with the Ghanian people in the wake of this tragedy.