Maldives Local Councils Association Welcomes Over 25 Councils

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.

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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.