Good Morning Maldives: Wednesday, 08 July 2026

Good Morning Maldives: Wednesday, 08 July 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8DIPLOMATIC HIGHLIGHTS: President nominates Fathimath Dhiyana Saeed as ambassador to Belgium and the EU, and Parliament approves three non‑resident envoys. LOCAL TENSION: Haa Dhaal Atoll councils clash with the Local Government Authority over a joint development board.DOMESTIC ISSUES: A proposed waste‑management bill aims to ban waste imports and remove plastic‑bag fees, while the government struggles with soaring subsidies, a deputy minister dismissed for alleged fraud, and a rise in measles cases. ENCOURAGING NEWS: Scam reports drop, the Primary Health Care Program launches in Laamu Atoll, and the Cool School air‑conditioning project advances.

Good Morning Maldives: Tuesday, 07 July 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Good Morning Maldives: The July 7, 2026 episode covers political party audit compliance and state funding eligibility, with parliamentary debates over the dollar shortage, black‑market rates, harbor access, and ferry cancellations. Lawmakers also questioned ministers about new digital transformation bills that will create a Maldives Digital Service agency and improve data security.Community news highlights updates on the Binveriyaa housing scheme, the completion of new elevators in Hiya flats, a coordinated whale rescue, a fire in Galolhu, agricultural partnerships, health alerts, and sports achievements. The show wraps with a reminder to stay safe and a preview of tomorrow’s news.

Good Morning Maldives: Monday, 06 July 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8the People's National Congress fields 2,500 candidates for internal elections, while former presidents Nasheed, Solih, and Yameen maintain a shaky alliance. A parliamentary vote to strip ex‑presidents' security at rallies sparks safety debates, and a council seat removal over a party switch triggers legal challenge.Other stories: Bank of Maldives reports heavy forex sales, fisheries disbursements, commercial rules for Hulhumalé plots, elevator upgrades, road projects, measles outbreak urging vaccination, counterfeit cancer drug alert, renaming of cardiac centre, heritage dispute over Friday Mosque minaret, Sri Lankan murder suspect deportation, Malé fire, Australian playground equipment offer, and youth football and basketball results.

Good Morning Maldives: Sunday, 05 July 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8President Muizzu congratulated United States on its 250th anniversary and said the Maldives will attend Iran’s funeral. MPs warned of government overreach into banks and rising costs; Haa Dhaal leaders opposed atoll council restructuring, citing service gaps. Kulhudhuffushi housing project remains stalled at Finance Ministry. Tourism tax revenue rose over 20 % and resort leases added $120 M. Banks plan to link Fava payment system with India’s UPI and civil servants can now work from home under conditions. Maldives senior cricket team won the Hua Hin Sixes for a third straight year, and Manfa Academy opened in Malé.

Good Morning Maldives: Saturday, 04 July 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Today’s episode discusses the political debate over STELCO’s profit and Fenaka’s staff size, former President Yameen’s warning of asset investigations, and the removal of a Vaavu council president over party switching. Economic news includes India’s fuel duty waiver, the Favaara instant payment system processing over 100 billion Rufiya, and a financial expo with merchant financing offers. Other stories cover a new Addu‑Jeddah flight, outdoor gyms on 71 islands, heritage renovations, Zakat House support for thalassemia patients, youth preacher training, math education reforms, police graduation, drug‑law enforcement updates, and Maldivian athletes’ medal wins at South Asian bodybuilding and youth football tournaments.