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The Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) program for the 2026/2027 academic year is now open for applications, with the Chinese Embassy in the Maldives serving as the official body responsible for accepting online submissions from Maldivian applicants. According to the Embassy, interested...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has extended congratulations to Dr Aminath Zahir, who has become the first Maldivian scholar to earn a PhD in the Dhivehi language, marking a historic milestone in the nation’s academic and linguistic development. Dr Zahir completed her Doctorate in Applied Linguistics...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu on Sunday officially ratified an amendment to the Higher Education and Training Act, a landmark move set to streamline the process for colleges seeking university status in the Maldives. The new law reduces the minimum operational period for a college to qualify for...
A strong typhoon struck several areas in the central Philippines Monday night, including Cebu City. Weather authorities have issued further warnings for additional storms in the coming weeks. Twenty-five Maldivian students are currently studying in Cebu City. One student told Atoll Times on...
The Supreme Court on Sunday overturned a High Court ruling that ordered the recognition of PhD certificates issued by a foreign college and directed the lower court to reconsider compensation for one of the petitioners. The case stems from a 2016 programme conducted by AIIMS College in the...
Maldives Immigration has announced a walk-in interview to recruit 70 trainee officers, scheduled for Saturday, October 26, from 08:30 to 16:30 at Salahuddin School, Hulhumale'. Minimum ‘D’ grade in at least two subjects in the Secondary School Certificate or equivalent Minimum ‘C’ grade in the...
Applications have open for graduates of O-levels or an equivalent program to apply for the United World Colleges (UWC) Maldives scholarship program to pursue their higher secondary education overseas. According to a statement released by UWC Maldives on Sunday, the program is an annual scholarship...
The Maldives National University – Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Studies (MNU-FHTS) and Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen industry-academic collaboration and advance hospitality education in the Maldives. The MoU was signed by Dr...
Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced the graduation of 20 employees from the Singapore Management University (SMU) Leadership and People Management Program, earning the Executive Certificate in Leadership and People Management. The 18-month program featured interactive, discussion-based learning...
The Ministry of Higher Education, Labor and Skills Development signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on Monday with Maldives National University (MNU), and Islamic University of Maldives (IUM) to train Maldivians in foreign language communication skills. The initiative focuses on teaching...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu met on Sunday with the Rector of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Professor Emeritus Datuk Dr Osman Bakar, to discuss methods for improving collaboration in higher education, especially in doctoral programmes. The gathering, conducted at the...
A new camping site for school students has been opened at Crossroads Maldives, providing a dedicated space for cadets, scouts and girl guides to conduct camps and outdoor activities. The facility was inaugurated by President Mohamed Muizzu on Saturday. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Education...