Ithuru Vaahaka
Episode 19: Malé mayoral candidates – Abdulla Mahzoom Majid
The MDA candidate discusses housing, transport and his vision for Malé.
3 hours ago
Ithuru Vaahaka sit downs with Abdulla Mahzoom Majid for the last episode of our series on candidates contesting the Malé City mayoral election.
Mahzoom, who is backed by the Maldives Development Alliance, discusses his decision to run, his proposals on housing, transport and urban development, and his vision for the capital. He also shares his views on the referendum and responds to criticism about his youth and experience.
The ruling People’s National Congress candidate, Moosa Ali Jaleel, did not respond to repeated requests to participate in the series.
0:41 - Why did you decide to contest in Male' mayoral elections?
1:41 - Nothing has been resolved!
2:47 - HDC vs Male' City Council
3:30 - Automatic eligibility for social housing
4:30 - "Buses currently in use are too large!"
5:30 - Male' needs malls
6:50 - Male' tourism
8:20 - Historical significance of Male' = Means of earning
10:05 - Parking solutions
12:45 - Council ineffectiveness
14:25 - What about the referendum?
16:20 - What is your respond to criticism over your youth and inexperience?
17:40 - Go vote!
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