A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
A leading wholesaler and retailer of cosmetic brands in the Maldives, Deseo has announced that they have begun its delivery services after disinfecting its products. Deseo has stated that this decision was taken to provide cosmetic products to its customers while they practice social distancing as instructed by the government and HPA to contain the […]
MIFCO has announced that they have commenced delivery services of its canned tuna amid the spread of COVID-19 pandemic in the Maldives. MIFCO has stated that they have outsourced its delivery services and only canned fish will be delivered. They further stated that even if a customer orders just one case of canned tuna they […]
STO has announced that Maldives State Shipping (MSS) will be using a 20 feet, 700 containers vessel. The very first MSS vessel is scheduled to reach the Maldives by 5th March 2020 from Colombo, Sri Lanka. STO informs that this vessel will carry reefer containers as well. Maldives State Shipping (MSS), is a new shipping […]
Dhiraagu is supporting students and teachers in collaboration with the Ministry of Education to facilitate remote education during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis by providing FREE 5GB mobile internet data for 30 days to all students and teachers on the Dhiraagu network. As schools and universities are forced to close, all students and teachers are required […]
Veligaa Hardware and Blanc stores have commenced its Ramadan sale promotions. From 29th March to the end of April, customers will receive discounts of up to 30% from Veligaa Hardware and Blanc stores. Also, a lucky draw will be taken from customers purchasing goods during this period. Customers purchasing goods during this period will receive […]
Bank of Maldives announced a 6-month moratorium for all personal, housing and business loans on 25th March 2020. Since then the Bank has been working hard with international accountancy bodies, Government and its regulators to ensure that its support to the Maldivian economy is what is needed, whilst ensuring compliance with international standards. As stated, […]
Velana International Airport (VIA) will be closed every night from 2100 hours to 0600 hours. Maldives Airports Company (MACL) that operates the main airport of the Maldives said that effective from Saturday (28th March), the airport will be closed for 9 hours every night. However, if a flight has to be landed for a medical […]
Dhiraagu offers extra 10GB FREE Internet Data for all Home Fixed Broadband customers to help them cope with the impact of COVID-19. This extra data allowance will enable customers to continue with remote education, remote working, socializing and entertainment while they are advised to remain at their homes. Customers can now activate FREE 10GB internet […]
State Trading Organization (STO) has assured the public that they will maintain an adequate supply of staple food during this challenging time caused by the global spread of COVID-19. STO has also announced that they have arranged storage facilities to further increase its stockpile of staple food. India has also assured that they will maintain […]