A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
Lotus Fihaara has recently restocked their Evren brand flour, perfect for baking your next batch of bread. Evren is a Turkish flour brand, renowned for its high quality. The 1kg pack retails at Lotus Fihaara for only MVR 12. According to a tweet by Ahmed Arif, Chairman of Senior International, the flour is stored in […]
Doodle Craft & Stationery, supplier of quality office stationery and art and craft materials, has expanded its business with a second store in capital Male’. The store is located on Lily Magu and offers an elevated experience. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a vehement enthusiast, or you’re merely dabbling in the arts, Doodle has got you covered […]
The Tourism Ministry has warned that they will be revoking permits of resorts and guesthouses operating in violation of COVID-19 guidelines set forth by the Health Protection Agency (HPA). On 15th July, inbound travel restrictions were lifted in the Maldives, allowing resorts to reopen their doors and resume operations according to HPA guidelines. In a […]
On Wednesday, the Ministry of Finance released a report on the weekly fiscal developments, which revealed that the government’s expenditure stands at MVR 21.7 billion, as of October 29. This figure is nearly two-fold higher than the government revenue figure of MVR 11.3 billion. The bulk of the revenue was generated from taxation, accounting for […]
Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has stated that the Ha. Hoarafushi Airport project will be done by Sunday. According to MTCC, the project is underway with 84% overall completion. Construction of the runway, which spans 1,200 meters, is now at 99% completion. The terminal building and fire building are currently ongoing with 75% and […]
Leading hardware retailer, Albion Store has opened its newest outlet in Male’ today. Located on Janavaree Magu, the store was opened in a ceremony attended by Chairman of ASK Holdings, Aminath Mirfath Ahmed. The new outlet will carry all the renowned brands already available at the flagship Albion Store, including Monsoon, Prima, Ruby and Kangaroo […]
Diversity in the workplace is still a rampant issue, especially the lack of women in the labour force. Traditional gender roles dictate that men are the breadwinners of the family unit, while women are typically expected to adhere to domestic or caregiving roles – looking after the children, cooking or cleaning at home. Although this […]
Al Shaali Marine Maldives has introduced the AS50 Luxury Yacht, crafted for superior comfort in a sleek, modern design. The overall length of the yacht is 50 feet. It features 2 guest cabins and a master berth, including a double bed with a side cabinet and an ensuite bathroom facility. The lounging area seats up […]
Soneva Jani, the iconic luxury resort located in the Maldives’ Noonu Atoll, announces 85 new job positions, to be filled over the next few months as part of its Chapter Two expansion. The positions include eighteen positions in Housekeeping, sixteen openings for butler roles, two in the water sports department, two boat crew, six in […]