Education.
The Maldives National University Students' Union (MNUSU), Hithadhoo Campus, the Ministry of Dhivehi Language, Culture and Heritage, Addu City Council, and the Dhivehi Academy have jointly inaugurated the Addu Bodu Fandiyaaru Thakurufaanu Memorial Oratory Competition and the Al-Sheikh Hussain Salahuddin Memorial Debate Competition in Addu City, during a special ceremony graced by Minister Heena Waleed.
It was announced on 6 October 2026 that the public speaking and debate competition organized by the Maldives National University Students' Union (MNUSU) is scheduled to begin in Addu City. This competition is an important event held with the purpose of developing public speaking and debate skills among students and providing them with an opportunity to express their opinions without hesitation. Furthermore, holding this competition in Addu is an opportunity to strengthen relationships among students studying across the university's various campuses and showcase competitive spirit in a friendly environment. It is expected that students' technical and literary capabilities will be enhanced through this event.
