Good Morning Maldives: Sunday, 09 August 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Good morning Maldives! Today’s episode opens with a heated debate on proposed changes to the Decentralization Act, as officials defend the bill while councils demand its withdrawal. Politicians mark the Constitution’s 18th anniversary, urging reforms to curb presidential power. Economically, private‑sector loans rose 15% in June and food prices climbed 5.89% (fish up 21%). The search continues for three missing crew from the sunk cargo vessel Friend Four. Community news highlights rehab‑center concerns, a massive cleanup in Hulhumalé, new children’s parks, health‑supplement warnings, a legal‑rights campaign, and the inaugural Bank of Maldives corporate relay race.