Maldives Media Council

No evidence of sexual harassment by Shafiu, case filed

November 5, 2022, 16:07

Malé, Maldives - Maldives Police Service has filed the case against Maldives Media Council member Mohammed Shafiu, allegedly sexually harassing a female journalist for lack of sufficient evidence. Shafiu was… Continued

MMC suspends Shafiu over sexual harassment allegations

October 25, 2022, 10:54

Malé, Maldives - Maldives Media Council (MMC) has suspended the council's member Mohamed Shafiu over allegations of sexually harassing a local journalist. The decision was made during an emergency meeting… Continued

Saudi Embassy sponsors MMC Journalism Awards

October 17, 2022, 17:44

Malé, Maldives - The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially sponsored the Maldives Media Council (MMC)'s Journalism Awards. The announcement was made by MMC, which details that… Continued

MMC revises code of ethics, many media outlets in support

October 16, 2022, 10:07

Malé, Maldives - Following the announcement of a revised code of ethics for Maldivian media and journalists by Maldives Media Council (MMC), many local media outlets have come out in… Continued

Shafau elected President of Maldives Media Council

June 8, 2022, 18:25

Malé, Maldives - Maldives Media Council (MMC) has elected Mohamed Shafau as its new President. Shafau was elected with 9 out of 15 votes, of the total sitting members of… Continued

Shahubaan resigns from Maldives Media Council

June 8, 2022, 10:05

Malé, Maldives - Shahubaan Fahumy, who was working in the capacity of President of the Maldives Media Council (MCC) has resigned from his duties. His resignation comes following two failed… Continued

MMC advises media to exercise caution when reporting on diplomats

July 8, 2021, 16:03

Malé, Maldives - Maldives Media Council on Thursday, advised local media to take caution and obey the rules and regulations when reporting on foreign envoys and diplomats. Maldives Media Council… Continued