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4 September 2026

Health

Speaking on the fourth episode of the "Rayyithunge Adu" (Voice of the People) program, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu revealed that the government has decided to recruit approximately 2,000 healthcare workers across the Maldives in various phases to address the staff shortages faced by the country's health sector and expand services.

The government has decided to recruit 2,000 employees for the health sector in order to further strengthen and expand healthcare services in the Maldives. This decision is a crucial step taken to resolve the staff shortage faced by hospitals and health centers, and to enhance the quality of healthcare services provided to the general public. It is anticipated that this will resolve delays encountered in delivering healthcare services and further expedite the sector's operations. Following this government decision, relevant authorities will proceed with hiring individuals for these positions and fulfilling all necessary administrative requirements.

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Politics

Speaking at a PNF gathering on September 4, 2026, former President Abdulla Yameen alleged that a secret revolution is underway within the People's Majlis against President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu due to discontent among members over foreign exchange and dollar policies. Protests and resentment from the opposition and the public have emerged as about 25 employees per day are being dismissed from Fenaka's atoll branches under the government's state-owned enterprise expenditure reduction policy. The section connecting Male' and Vilimale' in the Thilamale' Bridge project being constructed by India's Afcons has been joined, and more than 75 percent of the entire project is now complete. In an operation conducted by the Maldives Police Service in Gaafu Alif Atoll on September 4, two individuals were arrested with 17.7 kg of narcotics. In addition, nine Bangladeshi nationals suspected of drug trafficking were taken into police custody following a search of a guesthouse in Male' on that day.

Economy

Shujau has stated that the dollar black market is created by politicians who do not love the country. Aamir noted that the Governor appearing in President's Office press conferences politicizes the financial system. The Economic Ministry has decided to dissolve 28 foreign companies under the Companies Act for operating illegally in sectors reserved for Maldivians, such as wholesale and retail trade and logistics. In addition, with the second amendment brought to the Maldives Fisheries Act, significant changes facilitating the establishment and operation of designated harbors and facilities for recreational and sports fishing have begun to be implemented.

Education

While preparations are underway to hold the Maldives National University's annual book fair, it is scheduled to be officially inaugurated by the Minister of State for Higher Education, Dr. Abdulla Nazeer. In addition, an EdTech company called 'Syllabi' has introduced the 'Syllabi Exam Prep' digital platform, which has begun being used in over 70 schools in the Maldives to assist students preparing for O-Level and A-Level examinations. Meanwhile, Ambassador Dr. Fazeel Najeeb spoke highlighting the importance of acquiring modern resources and technological knowledge.