Leadership

Brigadier Micheal Rosette

Chief of Defence Forces

Brigadier Michael Rosette enrolled in 1982 and commissioned to Lieutenant on 25 November 1988. A career Naval Officer, specializing in Hydrography Brigadier Michael Rosette is a graduate of the United States Naval War College and holds a Diploma. Brigadier Rosette was appointed as the Chief of Defence Forces in 2021 after serving as the Chief of Staff. 

As CDF, he oversees the Seychelles Defence Forces and also in charge of the Force’s operational and administrative command. He exercises command of all SDF components through the Defence Forces Headquarters (DFHQ). The CDF ensures that the SDF fulfils all of its obligations under the Seychelles Constitution.

Colonel Jean Attala

Chief of Staff

Col Jean Attala enrolled in 1991 and commissioned from The Royal Military Academy in 1997. He is a career Naval Officer, specializing in Operations, Maritime Search and Rescue Planning. He is a graduate of the Madras University and holds a Master’s Degree in Defence and Strategic Studies. Col Attala was appointed as the Chief of Staff in 2022 after serving as the Commander of the Seychelles Coast Guard. 

As Chief of Staff, he is responsible for ensuring the proper operation of all branches of DFHQ and assisting the CDF in the day-to-day operation of DFHQ. The CoS collaborates with the Commanding Officers/Officer Commanding of various units to keep the CDF informed of the state of operational readiness and to administer all SDF units.

Lieutenant Colonel Allain Pierre

Senior Staff Officer

Lt Col Pierre enrolled in 2004 and commissioned from Officer Training Academy – India in 2007. He is a career Army Officer, specializing in Human Resources management. He is a graduate of the University of Seychelles and holds a Master’s Degree in Organizational Psychology. Lt Col Pierre was appointed as the SSO in 2022 after serving as the Director HR in the Defence Forces Headquarters.

As SSO, he assists the Chief of Staff in managing the staff officers of the DFHQ in their respective staff officer duties, as well as assisting the COS in the formulation, implementation, and monitoring of various SDF policies. He is also the Information Officer for the SDF.

Lieutenant Colonel Micheal Hollanda

Land Force Commander

Lt Col Michael Hollanda enrolled in 1992 and commissioned from the Seychelles Defence Academy in 2002. He is a career Army Officer, specializing in special operations. He is a graduate of the University of Witwaterstrand – South Africa and holds a Diploma in Executive Defence and Security Management. Lt Col Hollanda was appointed as the Land Forces Commander in 2022 after serving as the Commanding Officer of the Special Forces Unit.

As LFC, he is responsible for ensuring the proper operation of all land forces component of DFHQ and advising the CDF on all matters relating to land operations. The Land Forces Component includes the Special Forces, Presidential Security Unit, and Military Police.

Commander Seychelles Coast Guard

Lt Col Arrisol enrolled in 1996 and commissioned from Seychelles Defence Academy in 2002. He is a career Naval Officer, specializing in Marine Engineering. He is a graduate of the Center for Naval Instruction – France and holds a Diploma. Lt Col Arrisol was appointed as the Commander Seychelles Coast Guard in 2023 after serving as the Deputy Commander Seychelles Coast Guard. 

As Cdr SCG, he is accountable to the CDF for the entire organization and safety of the Coast Guard. He is in charge of the overall training, administration, and welfare of his unit, as well as all operations carried out by troops under his command.

Lieutenant Colonel Archil Mondon

Commanding Officer Special Forces Unit

Lt Col Mondon enrolled in 2005 and commissioned from Tanzania Military Academy in 2006. He is a career Army Officer, specializing in Special Operations. He is a graduate of the United Sates Naval War College and holds a Master’s Degree in Counter Terrorism Studies. Lt Col Mondon was appointed as the Commanding Officer of Special Forces Unit in 2022 after serving as the Deputy Commanding Officer.

As CO SFU, he is accountable to the CDF for the entire organization and safety of the Special Forces Unit. He is in charge of the overall training, administration, and welfare of his unit, as well as all operations carried out by troops under his command. He is also the Public Relations Officer for the SDF.

Commandant of Military Training Support Centre

Lt. Col Hoareau enrolled in 2000 and commissioned from Seychelles Defence Academy in 2002. He is a career Army Officer, specializing in operations. A graduate of the Madras University he holds a Master’s Degree in Defence & Strategic studies. Lt Col Hoareau was appointed as the Commandant of Military Training Support Centre in 2022 after serving as the Commandant of the Recruit Training Center. 

As Comdt MTSC, his responsibilities are to impart quality education, training and research for recruits and SDF personnel in all the areas of military education and speciality/technical courses.  He has a role to ensure that the MTSC develops as a centre of excellence in defence studies through creative and innovative practices in teaching, learning and research.

Lieutenant Colonel Rodney Zarine

Commanding Officer Seychelles Air Force

Lieutenant Colonel Rodney Zarine enrolled the force in 2004 and commissioned from Tanzania Military Academy in 2006. He is a military pilot, and qualified as a Captain on board SAF fixed wing aircrafts. He received his wings from Westline Aviation flight school. He is currently studying at the United States Air War College. Maj Zarine was appointed as the Commanding Officer of Seychelles Air Force in 2021 after serving as the Unit’s Adjutant.

As CO SAF, he is entirely responsible for the unit’s operational readiness, training, motivation and morale, to ensure the successful execution of all assigned missions. He is also responsible for overall administration and upkeep of all SDF air assets under his command.