We call on relevant authorities to uphold constitutional protections, ensure due process and fair trial guarantees, and respect the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, and press freedom in line with the Constitution and international human rights obligations.
Press Statement: Transparency Maldives expresses serious concern over the recent imprisonment of journalists, restrictions on media coverage, and limitations placed on peaceful assembly and civic expression.
Download the full statement on our website linked below:
These developments reflect a broader narrowing of civic space in the Maldives and risk creating a chilling effect on public participation and democratic freedoms.
Such actions erode press freedom and weaken democratic accountability in the Maldives, striking at the core of democratic governance.
#FreeAdhadhuJournalists
We strongly condemn the prison sentences imposed on journalists Leevan and Shahzan of Adhadhu news and call for their immediate release.
Not being given adequate opportunity to access legal counsel raises serious concerns regarding due process and constitutional protections.
We reaffirm our commitment to upholding the rights, dignity, and wellbeing of migrant workers, and to continuing collaborative efforts that promote safe, fair, and inclusive working and living conditions for all.
In commemoration of International Labour Day, we held a Migrant Workers’ Wellbeing Camp in Thilafushi on 01 May 2026, bringing essential services directly to migrant workers.
The camp provided free health check-ups, legal advice, and multilingual awareness materials on labour rights and wellbeing, ensuring information was accessible to workers from diverse backgrounds.
Registration open: an interactive discussion and hands‑on clinic on the Right to Information, learn how to ask for public information and use RTI as a tool for civic engagement and accountability
13th May 2026
20:30 - 22:30PM
Ast by Kavarna, Male'
https://t.co/BwwWMaRJbR
This is a deeply concerning & dangerous escalation by the prosecutor general's office. They have requested the Criminal Court to summon and press contempt of court charges against our vice president & Adhadhu journalist, @MohamedShahzan. 1/2
📢 Re-Annoucement-- Request for Proposals:
Consultant to Conduct Nationwide Research on Sexual Corruption in the Maldives.
Apply by 4pm on 17 May 2026.
For more information, visit the link below
https://t.co/X2uqJCjNiu
A free press needs more than headlines, it needs access to information.
This #WorldPressFreedomDay, we highlight the power of RTI in strengthening journalism. When journalists can access public information, they can verify facts, challenge narratives, and hold power to account.