Republic Square

Malé’s northern waterfront under construction again

Malé City’s northern waterfront is once again under construction with the presidential pier and the Republic Square closed to the public for further renovations. Two massive pine trees at the main square have also been uprooted.

Independence Day celebrations kick off with fireworks

Thousands watched in awe as the night sky over Malé lit up for more than half an hour with the largest display of fireworks the country has ever seen.

Housing ministry feeding pigeons in three areas

Ban on pigeon feeding sparks public outrage

New footage of Feb 7 shows Yameen, Gasim inciting demonstrators, police

President to mark 47th Independence Day with Republic Square address

Council discusses “nuisance and bother” of expatriates in Republic Square