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Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Good Morning Maldives for Sunday, March 22, 2026, covers a busy landscape of political debate, infrastructure progress, and serious safety concerns. Tensions remain high regarding the upcoming April referendum on combining elections, while new housing and land reclamation projects signal ongoing development. Th...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode of Good Morning Maldives, Maya and Zayan celebrate Eid al-Fitr, highlighting the national sermons focused on faith and the generous distribution of Zakat, which has reached a record high. The hosts discuss the ongoing political tension surrounding the upcoming April 4 referendum and address risi...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode, Maya and Zayan celebrate Eid Al-Fitr while addressing critical national updates. The hosts discuss the aftermath of a major warehouse fire in Maafannu, which disrupted local operations and required temporary evacuations. The political landscape remains tense ahead of the April elections, with d...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode of Good Morning Maldives, hosts Maya and Zayan announce that Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated tomorrow, March 20th. They provide essential traffic and safety updates for Eid prayers in Malé. The hosts also discuss a series of dangerous warehouse fires that impacted city operations and led to tempo...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode, we cover the latest developments across the Maldives, starting with the distribution of Fitra Zakat funds during Ramadan. We analyze the government’s efforts to subsidize fuel costs amidst rising prices, contrasted by the struggles of residents in the atolls. The episode also highlights ongoing...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode of Good Morning Maldives, Maya and Zayan discuss the country’s economic and political landscape. Rising global oil prices have led to significant fuel hikes, impacting transport costs and tourism as booking cancellations surge. The government is exploring subsidy options and shifting tourism foc...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8On this episode of Good Morning Maldives, hosts Zayan and Maya explore the heated debate surrounding the upcoming national referendum on simultaneous elections. The discussion covers fiscal concerns, government constitutional amendments, and the opposition's skepticism. The episode also details significant...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode of Good Morning Maldives, Maya and Zayan discuss the heated political debate surrounding the upcoming April referendum and concerns regarding democratic integrity. The broadcast covers significant policy updates, including new childcare benefits for employees, while addressing the critical fuel...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode of Good Morning Maldives, Maya and Zayan discuss improving air quality across the nation and the tragic fire in Seenu Atoll that claimed five lives. The hosts also cover the intense political debate surrounding the upcoming April 4th referendum on election consolidation. The episode reviews the...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode, we cover the latest national updates from the Maldives for Friday, March 13, 2026. Political tensions rise as the opposition questions the upcoming referendum procedures. Economically, the government seeks international funding to bolster reserves amid Middle Eastern instability, while prioriti...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Join Maya and Zayan for a packed morning update. Today’s episode covers the urgent air quality alert in Malé and Addu City, and the intense political climate surrounding the upcoming April 4th elections and referendum. We discuss economic concerns regarding rising oil prices, the debate over historical preserva...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode of Good Morning Maldives, Maya and Zayan discuss the urgent health warnings regarding unhealthy air quality in Malé and Seenu City. The hosts explore the controversy surrounding plans to demolish the historic Bandaara Mosque and address serious economic concerns, including rising inflation risks...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode, Maya and Zayan discuss the political firestorm surrounding the proposed referendum to combine Presidential and Parliamentary elections, highlighting the intense divide between the government and opposition parties. They also address health warnings regarding poor air quality across the atolls,...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Good Morning Maldives delivers crucial updates for Tuesday, March tenth, 2026. Authorities issue health advisories due to significantly poor air quality across the nation. The show details a contentious political debate on unifying presidential and parliamentary elections, with strong arguments for and against...

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8 Maya and Zayan launch the revamped Good Morning Maldives podcast, requesting listener feedback on the new format. They discuss the contentious debate over holding presidential and parliamentary elections concurrently, with differing viewpoints from the President, former officials, and legal experts. The episod...

Good Morning Maldives brings you your daily update on March 8th, 2026. President Muizzu announced increased government support for women's development and welcomed political realignments, while facing criticism over planned electoral changes. Key infrastructure projects like a new power station for Addu City are progressing. Socially, the government focuses on public health through awareness c...

This week in the Maldives saw a heated debate surrounding the potential demolition of the historic Bandaara Mosque in Malé to make way for a larger, modern structure, sparking criticism from historians and the public. Economically, Ooredoo Maldives announced a dividend payout, while food prices presented a mixed picture with some staples increasing. Public safety concerns included traffic accident...

Today's Maldives news highlights a variety of developments. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs is launching a program where 503 young speakers will lead Friday prayers. In Addu City, political debates are intensifying with calls for leadership changes. The government approved an Employment Law amendment extending parental leave. Infrastructure projects continue with new council offices and a digi...

Today's headlines in the Maldives cover a range of developments. The State Trading Organization has significantly increased fuel prices due to global oil market volatility, impacting transportation and household costs, though the government is subsidizing electricity for Ramadan. A persistent dollar shortage is also being addressed. In other news, the Islamic Ministry is empowering young relig...

The Maldives is experiencing a complex week. Tourism has taken a significant hit due to regional instability, prompting swift action by Visit Maldives to promote digital payments with the launch of the Swipe wallet. Despite this, the government reported a substantial fiscal surplus driven by tourism tax gains. Domestically, a controversial amendment to the Local Government Act is sparking debate a...

Good Morning Maldives begins with a report on the clear, humid weather in Malé. The podcast then delves into the global fallout from the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, focusing on the Maldives' cautious response and the ensuing debate among citizens regarding its Islamic identity. Economically, the Maldives highlights its robust foreign reserves and the ongoing development of its...

Good Morning Maldives brings you the news for Monday, March 2nd, 2026. The weather in Malé is partly cloudy and warm. A house fire in Malé caused significant damage, but no injuries were reported. President Muizzu will hold his first press conference tomorrow, signaling a shift toward more transparent communication. The government is prioritizing Quranic education, with a record number of new Hafi...

The Maldives is grappling with a rapidly escalating crisis stemming from the intensifying conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States. The closure of airspace in key Middle Eastern nations has stranded tourists, disrupted air travel, and threatened the country's vital tourism industry and economy. Beyond tourism, the Strait of Hormuz shutdown raises concerns over oil supplies, prompti...

Good Morning Maldives brings you the latest news from the nation on Saturday, February 28th, 2026. The weather remains pleasant with partly cloudy skies and temperatures around 27 degrees Celsius. Internationally, the Maldives reaffirmed its support for Palestine, while Mauritius severed diplomatic ties over the Chagos Archipelago. Domestically, the government addressed misinformation about Dharav...

Good Morning Maldives delivers your Friday, February 27, 2026, news update. The government's large-scale Rasmale land reclamation project is on track for completion by April, aiming to alleviate Malé's housing shortage, though environmental concerns persist. A referendum on combining elections with local council elections is sparking debate, with concerns raised about voter information and...