Reports & Op-Eds

Covid-19: Are you a direct contact? Here’s how to find out!

January 31, 2021, 10:00

A very common, and absolutely valid reaction to learning that someone you have recently met with, or been in close contact with has tested positive for Covid-19, is questioning whether… Continued

How a pandemic drove healthcare system development around Maldives

January 10, 2021, 11:43

The Covid-19 pandemic has badly shaken what was thought to be some of the best healthcare systems in the world, pointing out the many bottlenecks that have existed for years… Continued

Roads of Addu City – When will the development begin?

December 16, 2020, 10:00

The southernmost atoll and city of Maldives, Addu City is the home to some 33,000 people along with rich marine ecosystems and thousands of migratory birds. The city consists of… Continued

Koagannu – A tale of time

December 12, 2020, 13:38

Koagannu Cemetery, located in Addu City, the southern most atoll of the Maldives is among the most historically significant sites in the country, being the oldest ever. The 900- year… Continued

Democracy and the hypocrisy of decentralization

December 10, 2020, 13:00

One of the most talked about points which has always been taken up by the Maldivian politicians during any speech, whether it’s in a campaign or after elections, is decentralization.… Continued

Quarantine period shortened – Why?

December 6, 2020, 11:19

After enforcing the standard 14-day quarantine period agreed upon by health officials worldwide including World Health Organisation (WHO) for months, the Health Protection Agency (HPA) has reduced the quarantine period… Continued

Congestion charges: necessity or a desperate money grab?

November 29, 2020, 14:30

Congestion charging, also known as ‘Congestion Pricing’ relies on charging users a fee to manage traffic in a congested area, while encouraging alternative transport modes as well as decreasing overall… Continued

3S Maldives – not your average guesthouse operator!

November 27, 2020, 10:00

Imagine waking up to the tranquility that is the sound of waves crawling up to the shore. The sound of palm leaves rustling as they dance to the cool sea… Continued

Giving lands are ineffective – Provide modern housing instead

November 24, 2020, 12:00

Maldives is a small island nation that is geographically scattered in the wide Indian Ocean. The country consists of almost 99 percent of sea on its territory with just a small fraction… Continued

What Fitch Rating downgrade means and why it matters

November 15, 2020, 09:00

Standard & Poor's (S&P), Moody's, and Fitch Ratings are the three most influential agencies when it comes to assessing risk of default when extending lines of credit. Fitch offers a Long-term Foreign-currency Issuer… Continued