Seychellois fan chases the reggae rhythm beyond the islands |03 September 2026

Mervin and his friends with reggae artist Treesha at Summer Jam Festival in 2023 (Photos: contributed)

• ‘Reggae is part of my life’ – Mervin Henriette

By Mandy Bertin

This week’s Entertainment page features Mervin Henriette, a man whose passion for reggae has carried him far beyond Seychelles. What began in childhood has grown into a lifelong journey, taking him to international festivals such as Summer Jam in Germany, Reggae Land in the United Kingdom, and Sunsplash in The Netherlands.

Through reggae, Mervin has experienced different cultures, met fellow fans, and seen artists he long admired perform live. More than the music, he values reggae’s power to unite people across borders.

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