The Office of the President of Seychelles has announced the appointment of Mrs. Rana Adrienne as the Managing Director, or Chief Executive Officer, of the Development Bank of Seychelles. This appointment was made in accordance with Section 20 of the Development Bank of Seychelles Decree. Mrs. Adrienne has been serving as Acting Managing Director of the bank since April 2026. Her new role comes with a wealth of experience in the financial services sector.
Mrs. Adrienne has over 20 years of experience in the financial services sector. She spent nearly eight years working with MCB Seychelles Ltd and over 13 years with the Development Bank of Seychelles. Throughout her career at the Development Bank of Seychelles, she has held several senior management positions. These positions include Loans Manager, Head of Credit Control, Second Deputy to the Managing Director, and First Deputy to the Managing Director.
Mrs. Adrienne holds several academic qualifications. She has a Bachelor of Science in Business and Management from the University of Bradford, United Kingdom. This degree was delivered through the Management Development Institute of Singapore. She also holds an Advanced Diploma in Business Management and a Diploma in Business Studies and Accounting from the Seychelles Polytechnic. Her professional experience encompasses credit management, institutional governance, and strategic planning.
As part of her role at the Development Bank of Seychelles, Mrs. Adrienne has played a key role in strengthening lending procedures. She has also supported the bank’s digital transformation efforts. Her extensive experience and knowledge of the bank’s operations make her well-suited to lead the institution. Mrs. Adrienne’s appointment is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.
The President’s Office announced Mrs. Adrienne’s appointment on October 29, 2026. This appointment brings extensive institutional knowledge, professional expertise, and leadership experience to the Development Bank of Seychelles. The bank’s mandate is to facilitate access to development financing and contribute to Seychelles’ economic development. Mrs. Adrienne’s leadership is expected to support this mandate.
The Development Bank of Seychelles plays a crucial role in Seychelles’ economic development. The bank provides financing for development projects and supports economic growth. With Mrs. Adrienne at the helm, the bank is expected to continue its efforts to support the country’s economic development. Her experience in credit management, institutional governance, and strategic planning will be valuable assets.
Mrs. Adrienne’s appointment as Managing Director of the Development Bank of Seychelles has been well-received. Her extensive experience and knowledge of the bank’s operations make her well-suited to lead the institution. The bank’s digital transformation efforts and lending procedures are expected to continue under her leadership.
Key points
- Rana Adrienne has over 20 years of experience in the financial services sector.
- Adrienne has held several senior management positions at the Development Bank of Seychelles.
- Her appointment takes effect on October 1, 2026.
