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12 September 2026
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In collaboration with the Australia Maldives Friendship Association and Water Patrol Australia, and with the support of the Thulusdhoo Council, Surfing Association of Thulusdhoo, and Maldives Surf Guide Association, a Junior Lifeguard Pilot Program involving 24 children aged between 11 and 17 commenced on 12 September 2026 in K. Thulusdhoo. Running until the 14th of this month, the program aims to teach children essential skills such as identifying ocean currents and hazardous waves, rescuing people using rescue boards, as well as providing first aid and CPR.

Junior Lifeguard Training Program launched in Thulusdhoo

A Junior Lifeguard training program specially aimed at children and youth was commenced on Saturday, 12 September 2026, in K. Thulusdhoo. This program is conducted with the aim of teaching children water safety skills to prevent hazardous maritime accidents, swimming techniques, and basic life-saving lifeguarding skills. In addition, the training will raise awareness regarding marine safety and teach participants how to respond in emergencies.

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Politics

Under Presidential Decree No. 14/2026, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu established a new state-owned company named "Maldives Awqaf Investments Limited" on 12 September 2026 to develop waqf properties and maintain mosques. Journalists and opposition parties have expressed concern that President Dr. Muizzu has not held a press conference since assuming office. Opposition parties also directed criticism at the government regarding vessels colliding with the pillars of the Sinamalé Bridge and the use of drones for security purposes. In the case involving defecation in the ablution area of Masjid al-Furqan, Naushad Moosa, 32, of G. Malehiyyaa 2, was arrested, and the court remanded him in custody for 15 days. Saud Hussain responded to rumours claiming that he had lost his seat as Mayor of Thinadhoo City. The PG leader of PNC, Mohamed Ismail, spoke critically about the way affairs were conducted during former President Abdulla Yameen's administration. Former Prosecutor General Hussain Shameem stated that the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) lacks the jurisdiction to give legal advice on land sale issues. A court sentenced an individual convicted of theft to a fine of 1.2 million Rufiyaa. Chief Justice Ahmed Muthasim Adnan spoke regarding the new regulations formulated to strengthen the work of Magistrate Courts.

 Economy

On September 12, 2026, the Bank of Maldives (BML) allocated $16 million per month for international e-commerce transactions using Maldivian Rufiyaa cards, and established a special limit of $3 million per month for the 150 most commonly used platforms, including Temu. Furthermore, despite paying the $500 million sukuk, the Maldives' total debt has remained above 100 billion Rufiyaa, exceeding 125 billion Rufiyaa. Additionally, in order to strengthen the value of the Maldivian Rufiyaa and curb the foreign exchange black market, amendments brought to the Foreign Exchange Act have made it mandatory to exchange 40 percent of resort revenues into Maldivian Rufiyaa through banks.

 Health

It was revealed on 12 September 2026 that significant difficulties have arisen in obtaining commonly used infant milk powder, such as NAN and Lactogen, from markets and pharmacies across Malé and the atolls. Although it is believed that this shortage was mainly caused by the regulations governing the import of breast-milk substitutes and logistical challenges faced in domestic air transport when ferrying goods to the islands, relevant official authorities have not yet disclosed a specific, direct reason. Relevant parties are currently working to resolve the issue and arrange for the availability of milk powder in the market again.