Local Councils

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Newly elected councilors sworn in, WDC members sign declarations.

Newly elected councilors sworn in, WDC members sign declarations

Local Government Authority (LGA).

Swearing-in ceremonies for newly elected councilors will be held simultaneously across all islands

Former President Mohamed Nasheed briefs the media. | RaajjeMV

Nasheed expresses satisfaction as peaceful voting demonstrates a functioning democracy

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu attending a gathering hosted by PNC in the capital city. | President's Office

The great island ghosting: Malé or bust for the Muizzu administration

Many suspect that there is a hidden agenda behind the proposal to hold the presidential and parliamentary elections concurrently.

Why should we say no to holding two elections on the same day?

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu (R) and Minister of Cities, Local Government and Public Works Adam Shareef Umar (L). | Social Media

Minister Adam Shareef revises stance on council cooperation after president’s remarks

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. | Getty Images

Significant efforts made over past two years to empower local governance and restore public trust in decentralized services: President Muizzu

President Solih speaks with a senior citizen during a door-to-door campaign event held in Sh. Foakaidhoo. | Munshid

PNC's policies are incompatible with the decentralization system; only MDP can deliver decentralized development: former President Solih

A photo taken during a previous MDP primary election | Social Media

MDP rolls out widespread primary vote on Friday as hundreds compete for Council, WDC tickets

Rasdhoo Council and Women's Development Committee members meet President Muizzu- 20.08.2025

MDP heads to court to nullify amendments to Decentralization Act

A sitting of the People's Majlis

Bill to undermine councils’ power submitted to Majlis