Anti-corruption watchdog halts 20 sewerage projects

The proposed cost was enough to establish sewerage systems in 40 islands, the ACC found.

Madaveli power cut fixed

A new generator was installed on Sunday.

Maldives state utility awards 20 sewerage projects

Contracts worth US$56.2 million were signed with Sri Lanka-based Haycarb PLC.

Anti-graft watchdog seeks charges against Fenaka official

The Anti-Corruption Commission is seeking charges against the procurement department director of Fenaka Corporation for allegedly providing undue benefit to private parties in purchasing diesel for the company.

Fenaka under fire for Addu City power cuts

State utility firm Fenaka has been fiercely criticised for power cuts in Addu City, where four generators have failed.

State utility firms running huge losses

State utility firms are operating at a loss, a parliamentary committee has heard, with one power company’s debt standing at around MVR1.6 billion (US$103 million).

Fire destroys Bileyfahi powerhouse

The powerhouse on the northern island of Bileyfahi in Shaviyani atoll has been completely destroyed by a fire that broke out late Saturday night.

Powerhouse manager transferred after election loss

The assistant manager of the state-owned powerhouse on the southern island of Thimafarushi in Thaa atoll has been transferred after refusing to resign in the wake of the ruling party’s loss in the local council elections.

Opposition candidates offered jobs if they withdraw from local elections

“If they contest for the council independently or with the MDP because they need a job, I am ready to find them jobs,” Ahmed Shareef said.

State utility company hires 100 individuals with disabilities

According to the Fenaka Corporation, the 79 men and 21 women will work at its branches and powerhouses in the atolls. President Abdulla Yameen and First Lady Fathmath handed out letters of employment at a ceremony Sunday morning.

Anti-graft watchdog launches probe into Fenaka scandal

The Anti Corruption Comission is looking into abuse of power by Fenaka officials in the apparent embezzlement of some US$1million from the state-owned utility.

Maldives cuts electricity subsidies

Households across the country are facing higher electricity bills in March after the government revised tariff rates and decided to discontinue electricity subsidies next month.

Staff at state-owned companies sign for ruling party

A number of staff from the state-owned Maldives Transport and Construction Company have signed for the ruling party amid reports that state employees were forced to attend the Progressive Party of Maldives rally Thursday night.

Fenaka blames arsonists for fire at Addu City office

Power cut at Addu hospital in dispute over electricity subsidy

Businessman to sue state over discriminatory electricity prices

Fenaka begins MVR35 million water project in Addu City

MVR35 million power station opened in Kolhufushi

Laamu Gan residents hold demonstrations over inadequate sewage system

Equatorial Convention Centre’s unpaid bills approach MVR8 million