Good Morning Maldives: Monday, 19 January 2026

Good Morning Maldives brings you the latest news for Monday, January 19th, 2026. Today's top story is the opening of applications for land and housing flats in Malé under the "Housing for All" policy. The government aims to allocate 15,000 plots and 7,900 flats, with specific eligibility criteria and deadlines in March and April.In local governance, former President Yameen criticized the upcoming Malé mayor elections, alleging manipulation. The Elections Commission is addressing 779 complaints regarding voter registration and has opened candidacy submissions for local council elections, set for April 4th.Other headlines include STO's search for agents in seven new islands to distribute essential goods, as well as congratulations to Hithadhoo for winning the Addu Atoll Hyundai Golden Futsal Challenge.