Chief Spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef (Mundhu) confirmed on 5 September 2026 that 205 political employees, including state ministers, deputy ministers, and political directors, have been dismissed as part of measures to reduce government expenditures. The Local Government Authority (LGA) has informed councils, banning the hiring of new employees for councils without its permission. Due to 'Adhadhu' newspaper journalist Leevan Ali Naseer—who faced actions in connection with a documentary produced about President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu—refusing to leave the PSM studio, the official press conference Mundhu was set to hold was canceled. An issue has surfaced regarding the secret checking of criminal records of ordinary citizens participating in the 'Raayyithunge Adu' program held to meet President Dr. Muizzu. While verbal attacks were directed at President Abdulla Yameen during the PNC hub gathering, President Yameen also spoke criticizing the government and youth. Major debates have emerged in the political sphere following allegations that President Mohamed Nasheed was fed sorcery from the home of Fayyaz Ismail. Political figures are also expressing views regarding HDC …
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Chief Government Spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef announced the dismissal of 205 political appointees across 15 ministries over the past three months to cut state expenditure, while confirming an ongoing probe into allegations that Velana International Airport was used to route dual-use goods evading Russian sanctions. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Finance opened sales for 645.41 million Rufiyaa in Treasury bills, and President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu pledged official recognition and dedicated infrastructure, including a planned Malé complex, for e-sports.
To manage state expenditures, the Ministry of Finance has opened the sale of Treasury bills worth 645.41 million Rufiyaa. According to statistics from the Ministry of Finance, the state received 170.8 million Rufiyaa in revenue from fines by the end of September, exceeding the projected 139.2 million Rufiyaa for the entire year. Following the amendment to the Foreign Exchange Act, which mandates resorts to exchange 40 percent of their revenue through banks, and the measures taken by MMA to stop unauthorized dollar sales, the price of the dollar in the black market has declined. Maldives Port Development Private Limited opened the opportunity to express interest on 5 September 2026 to find a party to provide project management consultancy for the K. Thilafushi Port development project.
Read More →Speaking on the fourth episode of the "Rayyithunge Adu" (Voice of the People) program aired on September 5, 2026, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu stated that achievements attained in the field of e-sports in the Maldives will be recognized in the government's official sports awards, and that special priority will be given to developing the sector. To facilitate opportunities for e-sports, which is gaining immense popularity among youth, he noted that practical work is underway to form a team to oversee the development of a dedicated e-sports center, arcade, and children's activities complex, as well as to seek developers.
Read More →To commemorate 22 years of police service, a special walk took place in Malé on 5 September 2026, joined by Minister Ali Ihusaan and Commissioner of Police Ahmed Mohamed along with more than 1,200 police officers and employees. To reduce accidents occurring in Hulhumalé Phase Two, police, in collaboration with HDC, have intensified efforts to take action against traffic violators by setting up vehicle checkpoints in areas such as Nirolhu Magu. The police confirmed on 5 September that a 42-year-old expatriate man was arrested under allegations of sexually abusing a 16-year-old girl on an island in the South Police Division. In addition, police are also investigating a case where oil bottles were stolen from a shop.
Read More →The 2025 annual prize-giving ceremony of B. Atoll Education Centre was held on Saturday, 5 September 2026, where Ahmed Zainoon Abdul Haleem was chosen and awarded as the best student of the school's secondary grades, and Aifa Ibrahim Rasheed was awarded as the best student of higher secondary. Prizes and certificates were also conferred at this ceremony to other students who achieved notable accomplishments academically and in co-curricular activities.
Read More →New activities have commenced to urge an end to the genocide being carried out against the people of Gaza. Chief Government Spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef stated on 5 September 2026 that, following a report by 'The Wall Street Journal' alleging that Velana International Airport is being used as a transit hub to evade sanctions imposed against Russia, efforts are underway to investigate the issue and enhance the capacity of the Maldives Customs Service.
Read More →Police have stated that 25-year-old Mariyam Maee Jameel from L. Mundoo, who was reported missing, presented herself to the Henveiru Police Station on Saturday, September 5, 2026. A dangerous fire incident occurred at a house inhabited by expatriates in Sh. Foakaidhoo, causing significant damages. Under the Land Transport Act, the government has decided to cancel the registration of vehicles that have reached 20 years from their manufacture date, and has published the compensation policy for the disposal of vehicles after a three-year grace period. The book fair organized by the Maldives National University (MNU) is receiving tremendous public support. It has been revealed that Eema, who represented the Maldives in the Miss World pageant, has withdrawn from the competition.
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