Anger, u-turns and losing the right to vote in the Maldives: A timeline
There has been anger over changes to how and where Maldivians can vote in September.
23 Jul 2018, 9:00 AM
Recent weeks have seen dramatic changes to how – and where – Maldivians will be able to vote in the September 23 presidential election. These include how many resorts will have ballot boxes for local workers, and who can help the disabled on polling day. Following is a timeline of changes, reactions and U-turns.
July 2 – The Elections Commission (EC) advises people not to change their registered island between July 1 and September 23 as they could lose the right to vote in the presidential election.
July 3 – The EC announces the voter list will not have photos.
July 4 – Housing Minister Mohamed Muizzu says there will be no obstacle to voting if people change their registered island on the dhaftharu* as there will be no effect on the voting list. He encourages people to choose the Malé dhaftharu, with promises of social housing opportunities.
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