The Maldives Local Councils Association (MLCA), established in May to promote decentralised governance, has now grown to include 27 councils.
In a post on X, the MLCA announced the latest council to join was Kudarikilu from Baa Atoll.
Earlier this month, MLCA also announced the latest councils to join: Maaungoodhoo and Narudhoo from Shaviyani Atoll, Eydhafushi from Baa Atoll, and Kelaa from Haa Alif Atoll.
Since its inaugural meeting in Baa Atoll’s Kamadhoo last month, the MLCA has seen a steady influx of island, atoll, and city councils becoming members.
The association announced its executive committee, which includes:
- Chairperson: Noonu Atoll Council President Mohamed Basheer
- Vice Chairperson: Malé City Council Mayor Adam Azim
- Secretary General: Baa Atoll Council President Ahmed Afrah
- Financial Controller: Laamu Atoll Council President Ismail Ali
Board Members:
- Haa Alif Atoll Council President Moosa Shafeeq
- HDh. Hanimaadhoo Council President Abdul Sattar Hassan
- Kulhudhuffushi City Mayor Mohamed Athif
- B. Kihaadhoo Council President Hussain Shafiu
- N. Kendhikulhudhoo Council President Mohamed Rauf
Secretary General Ahmed Afrah stated in May that the MLCA seeks to provide a collaborative platform for councils, enabling them to tackle shared challenges and enhance their capabilities.
