Justin Valentin
Seychellois politician and teacher
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Justin Davis Valentin (born 14 April 1971)[2] is a Seychellois politician and teacher. In 2018, he was appointed Vice-Chancellor of the University of Seychelles. Valentin served as the Minister of Education and Human Resources Development from 2020 to 2025.
14 April 1971
Justin Valentin | |
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| Minister of Education | |
| In office 3 November 2020 – 26 October 2025 | |
| President | Wavel Ramkalawan |
| Preceded by | Jeanne Siméon |
| Succeeded by | David Pierre |
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| Born | Justin Davis Valentin[1] 14 April 1971 |
| Party | Linyon Demokratik Seselwa |
| Occupation | Teacher, politician |
Biography
Valentin received his diploma in education from Seychelles Polytechnic. He continued his studies in Australia, and graduated with a Bachelor of Education from the Edith Cowan University, followed by a master's degree from Universiti Sains Malaysia,[3] and a doctorate from King's College London.[4] He specialised in science and mathematics. He first worked as a teacher and continued his career as a researcher at the Ministry of Education.[5]
In 1993, Valentin published Testanman Rezete, a novel written in Seychellois Creole, the French-based creole language spoken in the Seychelles.[6] In 2013, Valentin became the Dean for Business and Law of the University of Seychelles. On 2 February 2018, he was appointed Vice-Chancellor of the university.[7] On 30 October 2020, he was elected Minister of Education and Human Resources Development[5] and was sworn in on 3 November 2020,[8] succeeding Jeanne Siméon.
Bibliography
- Testanman Rezete (1993. Lenstiti Kreol) (in Seychellois Creole)[6]
- Enn ti zafer pour Marmay (2001. Lenstiti Kreol; ISBN 99931-5067-3) (Children's book in Seychellois Creole)[9]
