Good Morning Maldives: Saturday, 07 February 2026

Good Morning Maldives delivers your Saturday morning update on February 7, 2026. The weather in Malé is warm and humid with steady easterly winds, promising favorable conditions for outdoor activities.In sports, the Golden Futsal Challenge quarterfinals are set, with Mathiveri and Naivaidhoo advancing after dramatic matches. Maziya Sports & Recreation clinched the Dhivehi Premier League title for the fifth consecutive year.Housing Minister Dr. Muttalib outlined initiatives to address housing shortages, including starting a 400-unit project in Kulhudhuffushi and managing 2,000 units from the Housing Development Corporation. Concerns remain about stalled public infrastructure projects in B. Thulaadhoo.Finance Minister Moosa Zameer confirmed refinancing the sovereign bond and announced measures to support small businesses. A new national insurance scheme for athletes and plans for sports infrastructure development were also highlighted.The Maldives is committed to environmental protection, hosting the 2nd National Forum on Protected Areas. Construction of the Grand Mosque in Hulhumale and the opening of new mosques are underway, alongside new insurance products for the fishing industry. VEMCO has adjusted waste collection hours ahead of Ramadan.