Dhivehi Language Academy

Language Academy introduces hefty fines to protect Dhivehi

Despite introducing fines up to MVR5,000 (US$324), Ashraf Ali, president of the academy, said that the rules are intended to offer incentives for the use of Dhivehi over other languages rather than penalising offenders.

Taxi drivers brand calls to introduce Dhivehi taxi boards “ridiculous”

President calls for “respect and love” for Dhivehi language