Civic Engagement For People, For Planet, For Prosperity The pandemic has been a protracted crisis that did a 180 on our lives. The impact of COVID-19 in the Maldives was deep, widespread, and cross-cutting. Wave after wave of lockdowns had major repercussions…
Maldives as a rapidly developing nation experiences a fair share of the global migration pattern which has been on the rise during the past century. With the economy expanding, and industries such as tourism and construction growing at fast rate – they…
Home to approximately 1200 low-lying coral islands scattered across the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is famous for its sun-kissed beaches, crystalline lagoons and its rare underwater beauty. Year around, tourists from all around the world travel miles to experience the beauty of…
For a nation, the value of its natural and cultural heritage goes beyond just the geography or physical spaces but is a representation of the stories that have travelled through generations. It is closely knitted with the nation’s history, tradition and identity…
As a new comer to the Maldives, just like other foreigners, I was instantly attracted by the country’s natural beauty. I am also fully aware of Maldives’ outstanding economic achievement. Maldives has doubled GDP per capita from USD 4,460 to USD 9,760…
Passionate groups come together to breathe life back into our reefs in peril. The deep oceans that surrounds the tiny Maldivian islands are filled with colourful marine life and vibrant coral reefs, and enjoys some of the richest marine biodiversity anywhere in…
In October 2017, Maldives welcomed a special guest; Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, best known for his role as Ser Jaime Lannister in the popular HBO series Game of Thrones. This article first appeared in our print Issue No. 6. He arrived in the island…
For World Environment Day, UNDP’s Ahmed Shifaz writes about how plastic is drowning the ocean and beaches of Maldives and what we can do about it. INDIVIDUAL ACTION, COLLECTIVE RESULT It’s amazing how accustomed we have gotten to the sight of our…
Energetic. Vibrant. Game Changers. These are the words that came to my mind as soon as I walked into the bustling lobby full of people. Complementing the backdrop of V. Thinadhoo’s picturesque beaches and trees were the smiling, excited faces of the…
