President and First Lady Tour the Islands of Shaviyani and Raa Atoll

The President and First Lady are traveling to 4 islands of Shaviyani Atoll and 4 islands of Raa Atoll during three-day trip that commenced on 7th September 2021 with the aim of highlighting on key aspects of development that need to be tackled in these locations. 

President Solih and First Lady Fazna are scheduled to visit Funadhoo Island, Lhaimagu Island, Foakaidhoo Island and Maaungoodhoo Island of Shaviyani Atoll, and then Vaadhoo Island, Alifushi Island, Rasgetheemu Island and Angolhitheemu Island of Raa Atoll. 

Discussions are arranged for the president to converse with key stakeholders from each island, including the elected officials of the Atoll Councils, Island Councils and Women’s Development Committees (WDCs) and stakeholders from important local communities such as fishing and farming sectors.  

The president and the First Lady have already visited multiple schools, hospitals and other establishments on the islands in order to take in their standard and see what areas need the most work. Most notably; The First Lady is scheduled to visit and meet with stakeholders in the educational and social services sectors.  

The First Couple would further tour important landmarks and inspect the progress of ongoing development projects and government-initiated programs on the islands. President Solih is also scheduled to officially inaugurate the Job Centre established in Raa Alifushi Island by the Ministry of Economic Development. 

The President and First Lady are scheduled to conclude this trip and return to Malé City on Thursday night this week.