Maldives Releases MVR 1.25 Billion in Council Block Grants
The Ministry of Finance has released MVR 1.25 billion in council block grants, a 16.8% increase over last year, marking a historic fiscal allocation.
New Council and WDC Members Sworn Into Office
New local council and Women’s Development Committee members officially began their five-year terms today following nationwide swearing-in ceremonies.
LGA Staff to Join Civil Service Under New Amendment
A government bill seeks to transfer LGA staff to the Civil Service and mandates waste management for local councils.
Finance Ministry Assumes Decentralization Mandate
President Muizzu transfers decentralization and local governance oversight to the Ministry of Finance following the dissolution of the Cities Ministry.
Government Pledges Non-Partisan Support for Local Councils
Minister Adam Shareef Umar assures local councils of equal government support regardless of political party following recent election results.
