Education
As 49 percent of O-Level students in the Maldives choose the business stream, education expert Dr. Hassan Hameed has expressed concern that overcrowding in this field could lead to graduates facing unemployment and result in a shortage of skilled Maldivians in other essential sectors. First Lady and Chief Guide Sajidha Mohamed graced the closing ceremony of the 25th National Patrol Leaders' Training Camp, conducted by the Maldives Girl Guides Association in Vilimalé, on the afternoon of Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
On 16 September 2026, Dr. Hassan Hameed noted that the extraordinary increase in the number of students studying in the business field among higher education students is a matter of concern. He stated that the excessive overcrowding of students in a single sector, while other vital fields required by the market lack students, poses a major challenge to national development and the job market. Therefore, his speech emphasized the importance of familiarizing students with various technical and academic fields most needed by the nation and building human resources in those areas.
On 16 September 2026, it was highlighted within the education sector that the language used by teachers and students in the classroom is a crucial factor that significantly impacts children's futures. It was stated that using encouraging, polite, and positive language in the learning environment enhances students' psychological well-being and self-confidence, paving the way for their academic and social progress. Furthermore, since negative or harsh speech can exert long-term adverse effects on children's character building and future lives, the importance of maintaining positive classroom interactions was underscored.
On Wednesday, 16 September 2026, the closing ceremony of the 25th Patrol Leaders Training Camp was successfully held. This training camp was an important program aimed at developing leadership skills and enhancing teamwork capabilities among youth and participants. At this closing ceremony, certificates were presented in recognition of the participants who completed the training, and special awards were conferred upon individuals who distinguished themselves in various areas.