Good Morning Maldives: Saturday, 24 January 2026

Good morning Maldives! Today's weather in Malé is 27 degrees Celsius and mostly clear. In sports, Odin Sports Club defeated Victory Sports Club, solidifying their second place in the Dhivehi Premier League. Club Green Streets secured a crucial win to avoid relegation.Community news includes fires in Malé and Addu City, prompting safety reminders. The Maldives Media and Broadcasting Commission faced criticism for removing a political cartoon, sparking debate on press freedom. Former President Yameen accused Mayor Azim of corruption, while Azim criticized the PNC. The Male City Council is collecting damaged Qurans and books. HDC will distribute Ramadan fish boxes, and Stelco boosted power capacity in Ukulhas and completed electricity work on Shaheed Ali School.Economically, seaplane services to Velidhoo have begun. The Madaveli Council will no longer issue residency confirmation letters for the 'Housing for All' scheme. The Asia Vision Network held a coordinators meeting in Kuala Lumpur. The Health Minister announced plans to establish laboratories on all islands by year-end.