Ginette Gamatis

"It’s time for me to retire as an MNA, but this does not mean I will not be active in the Parti Lepep. However, the person who replaces me must be a woman, as women are more compassionate, more understanding and are people who are willing to push forward in life."

"My fate started to change when, in 1964, former President France Albert Rene came back to Seychelles after his studies abroad. When he founded the Seychelles People’s United Party, I attended one of his meetings and was inspired by his words."

"I saw his party as the only way forward for Seychelles and the only hope for poorer people."

"I chose to dedicate my life to bringing change to the people of this country and become a very active member of the party."

"My husband was an understanding man and my mother-in-law was also very supportive."

"Despite our hardships we managed to do very well in school, and our mother was a determined woman."

"After school, when I got home, I imitated all that my teacher did in class, including lecturing my playmates and correcting them if they were wrong."

"St that time many young girls started teaching at this age, but we were mature, had a great sense of responsibility and were ready to listen and learn more."