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10 September 2026

Education

On 10 September 2026, the Centre for Foundation Studies of the Maldives National University (MNU) conducted a one-day professional development program aimed at improving teaching skills and communication standards for around 80 female Islam and Quran teachers from thirty institutions.

The Maldives National University (MNU) commenced a special training program on September 10, 2026, aimed at enhancing the competency of Islam and Quran teachers. This program is an important initiative led by MNU to further raise the standard of Islamic education and Quran teaching in schools and to familiarize teachers with modern techniques and skills. In addition, special emphasis has been given to resolving challenges faced in the teaching field through this program and to instructing teachers in new methods that can boost religious awareness and interest among students. Such efforts undertaken within the education system for the professional development of teachers represent a constructive step toward improving the quality of education at the national level.

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Politics

On September 10, 2026, in addition to PNF holding its "Fehi Signal" gathering, significant political events took place in the political arena. The MDP National Congress, previously scheduled to be held from September 19 to 21, was decided to be postponed to October 1 to 3 due to difficulties in securing a venue in Malé. Stating that a leader needs at least two terms for the nation's stability and long-term development, PNC Chairperson and Speaker of Parliament Abdul Raheem Abdulla stated that President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu will win a second term in 2028. Following the necessity to reschedule the Spokesperson's press conference due to the President's Office having suspended journalists from 'Adhadhu' news, the outlet filed a case at the Civil Court against the action. In addition, Minister Ameen denied statements made by Shujau. Opposition parties heavily directed criticism toward the government's economic policies. Minister Dr. Ali Haidar Ahmed shared important information regarding housing projects. In addition to drug and alcohol cases, the court reached decisions regarding a jet fuel case. The Elections Commission urged all parties not to make unsubstantiated claims in political activities. Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihusaan called on the police to provide services up to the standards desired by the public and in a manner that earns the public's trust.

Economy

On 10 September 2026, the Bank of Maldives (BML) discontinued the cross-border fee previously charged for withdrawing cash from overseas ATMs using its debit cards. On the same day, the Ministry of Tourism published a new regulation empowering the state to cancel agreements for 168 long-stalled tourism sites and recover approximately $537 million in unpaid rent and fines. Major concerns were expressed at a meeting of the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) regarding the mandate to exchange 40 percent of resorts' monthly foreign currency revenue into Maldivian Rufiyaa. Frontline employees of WAMCO complained over not receiving their salaries as of 7 September. President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu announced that equity would be provided as grant aid through the Housing Trust Fund to ease the burden on citizens paying equity for housing loans taken from banks.

Health

Efforts are underway to find A-positive blood needed for a patient undergoing treatment at IGMH. Those who can assist with this have been requested to donate blood.