Electricity restored on Thinadhoo after powerhouse fire

The state utility company has restored electricity on the southern population hub of Thinadhoo after a powerhouse fire left residents in the dark for four days. Experts are calling for a transition to renewable energy.

Supporters jubilant as Nasheed leaves the Maldives

Opposition supporters are celebrating former President Mohamed Nasheed’s temporary release from prison with family members and lawyers live-tweeting photos of his departure from the Maldives.

Nasheed’s brother agrees to act as guarantor

Jailed former President Mohamed Nasheed’s older brother has agreed to act as a guarantor during the opposition leader’s 30-day stay in the United Kingdom after the government conceded to demands and waived criminal liability for the guarantor.

Power company says hands are tied over $45m subsidy cut