France-Albert René 1935 – 2019

Biography

France-Albert René was born on November 16, 1935, in Victoria, Seychelles, where he would spend his entire life in service to his nation. Over the course of his remarkable career, he rose to become President of Seychelles, holding one of the highest offices in the country and dedicating himself to its leadership and development. His long life spanned nearly eight decades of the island nation’s modern history, witnessing and shaping its transformation during a pivotal period.

René passed away on February 27, 2019, in his birthplace of Victoria, at the age of 83. He died from respiratory failure, ending a life marked by public service and commitment to his homeland. His death marked the end of an era for Seychelles, as he had been a central figure in the nation’s political landscape for generations. Those who knew him remembered a man deeply connected to his community and devoted to the welfare of his people throughout his presidency and beyond.