Seychelles presidential election: Opposition leader Patrick Herminie defeats Wavel Ramkalawan

Patrick Herminie has defeated Wavel Ramkalawan in a runoff, gaining 52.7% of the vote, official results show.

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Herminie gained 52.7% of the vote, compared with Ramkalawan's 47.3%.

In his victory speech, Herminie promised to lower the cost of living, revive public services, and unite the island nation, saying the result marked "a new chapter for all Seychellois".

After losing his bid for a second term, Ramkalawan congratulated Herminie on his victory, saying he leaves "a legacy that makes many presidents blush".

The election went to a run-off after neither candidate won an outright majority in the first round two weeks ago.