A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
This is the second episode of webinar series “Tailoring the construction Industry Under the new normal.” conducted by NFME on how to navigate in the new norm and tailor a new reality, focusing on different construction industries of the Maldives. The webinar will take place on 10th June at 16:30hrs local time. This episode can […]
People who want to take initial business permits shall request for it through the police portal starting tomorrow (6th June), said Registrar of Companies of Economic Ministry, Mariyam Wisam, in the press conference held to give the latest updates on COVID-19. She also mentioned the provision of business permits will be arranged through the portal, […]
The founder of Linbaq Holdings, Datuk Wira Ling Kah Chok donated 1000 sets of PPE to the front liners and medical officers combating the pandemic. Colonel (Rtd) Mohamed Nazim handed over the donations to the Maldives in behalf of Datuk Wira Ling Kah Chok. 100gsm of non-woven material was used to make the donated PPEs […]
As the country prepares to re-open borders and resume tourism from 1st July onwards, the Ministry of Tourism has permitted resort employees to return back to work. Although lockdown measures have been relaxed, travel between islands is still restricted. Hence, the Ministry of Tourism has discussed with the Health Protection Agency (HPA) on a way […]
As the number of people testing positive for COVID-19 is on the rise in the Maldives, the demand for isolation or quarantine facilities are also increasing. According to the HPA, more than 25 facilities with over 6100 beds are being used as isolation/quarantine facilities currently. Most of these facilities are resorts and hotels, as they […]
Here are the latest news updates of 03rd June ADK to Charge MVR 675 for COVID-19 Tests ADK Hospital will be charging MVR 675 per COVID-19 test, stated Spokesperson of National Emergency Operation Center (NEOC) Mohamed Mabrook Azeez. Mabrook stated that as ADK is a private hospital they will be charging for tests, however IGM […]
200 coconut soaps made by employees of Majoie Maldives have been donated to people in S. Meedhoo and S. Hulhudhoo. Majoie Maldives stated that their donation also included Bangladeshi workers residing the S. Meedhoo and S. Hulhudhoo as well. Managing Director of Majoie Maldives Nadia Laouina noted that Bangladeshi workers are really struggling during the […]
30% deferment on all rent payments have been extended for the month of June and July, announced Housing Development Corporation (HDC). Deferment on rent payments will be applicable when tenants request for the deferment before 31st of July, stated the company in a press statement. HDC said tenants have to fill the online application form […]
Pictured: Founder and Partner of Total Fitness Group, Hussain Zinan Total Fitness Group (TFG) is the first of its kind wellness centre in the Maldives. Easing of the lockdown measures in phases is being implemented in the Maldives by the Government. After the authorities revealed the planned stages of the first phase, the public expressed […]