A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
On September 25th, I stepped out into brilliant sunlight at Malé’s international airport. Two ground crew in modest heels, yellow reflective vests, and navy-blue hijabs directed us around the wing and into the terminal. An hour later I was on a bus along the access road to Hulhumalé, a massive island which the Maldives’s Housing […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Vfp.mv website on 5th October 2017. The following is a loose translation: The master plan for iHavan, the long-awaited development plans for Ihavandhippolhu atoll in the north of Maldives would have been completed by last July as per government and actual works will be underway, however, July, August, […]
Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue popularly known as Teo Nguema is the most extravagant Vice President in Africa. And his father is the most brutal dictator of modern-day Africa. Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo has been the president of Equatorial Guinea for the last 38 years. The 75-year-old president has ruled the tiny oil-rich Central African state […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Mihaaru.com website on 4th October 2017. The following is a loose translation: Until today, they used to beg for money on the streets, or did some office’s security job or struggled to cope without a job. Simultaneously, renting a place in Malé and trying to make ends meet. […]
Does your dream wedding include in the Indian Ocean, white sands and swaying palms? If so, then Kuredu Resort Maldives is the island to pick for an unforgettable, romance-filled day. With its incredible turquoise waters and tropical climate, Kuredu is the dream destination for many wishing to exchange or renew their wedding vows. The stunning backdrop […]
W Maldives partners with the famous Reebok Women sports brand to host prominent influencers from seven countries, to redefine the notion of perfection via #PerfectNever campaign. On 25-27th August, Reebok Women invited 12 ladies from Southeast Asia and the Pacific to W Maldives as the faces and voices of their #PerfectNever campaign in the region, […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Avas.mv website on 22nd September 2017. The following is a loose translation: Maldives’ underwater beauty is something of a marvel even amongst the world. Unlike in the past, now Maldivian divers are more interested in taking up a diving career; as diving also generates a good income. Accomplished […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Mihaaru.com website on 28th September 2017. The following is a loose translation: When the recently released audit report revealed that Fenaka Limited had purchased fuel higher than STO’s selling price – MVR 1.50 per litre, in a way designed to benefit some parliament members, proved how selfish the […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Avas.mv website on 27th September 2017. The following is a loose translation: ‘Happiness from ATM’ (referring to ATM installation on the island by the Bank of Maldives), ‘Library to enrich education’, ‘A generator to ensure power supply’, all these covers basic necessities. In an island, there should be […]