Good Morning Maldives: Saturday, 29 November 2025

Good Morning Maldives brings you the latest news for Saturday, November 29, 2025. The weather in Malé is overcast with temperatures around 27 degrees Celsius, typical of the southwest monsoon season. Politically, the Maldivian Democratic Party faces leadership challenges after failing to elect a temporary chairperson. President Muizzu expressed condolences for the Sri Lankan floods and highlighted ongoing mosque construction projects. A new drug prevention initiative, Jaani NGO's RISE strategy, was launched, and SalhiFest 2025 commenced. The government is monitoring the Sri Lankan crisis and providing support to affected citizens. In sports, the Carrom World Cup is set to begin in Malé next week, and Havas Sports Club won the R. Meedhoo Council Futsal Fiesta. Economically, land reclamation for Hulhumalé Phase 3 is underway, and the government has announced a list of sectors subject to foreign business regulations. Finally, the Maldives Correctional Service launched the second phase of its female prisoner rehabilitation program.