President Dr Mohamed Muizzu announced the beginning of a new chapter in the development of Fuvahmulah City, stating that today marks the commencement of a journey to realise the aspirations and prosperity of its people. The President delivered these remarks while addressing residents during his visit to the city.
Referring to the signing of 11 new development projects and the initiation of five additional projects contributing directly to the city’s progress, President Dr Muizzu assured that all initiatives would be successfully completed.
In this context, the President highlighted solid waste management as the most pressing challenge facing the city, announcing that an island in the region has been designated for WAMCO to handle and dispose of waste accumulated over the years across the four southernmost atolls, including Fuvahmulah City.
He added that the project launched today signifies the start of a sustainable, long-term waste management initiative that incorporates environmental considerations and has secured an allocated budget.
In the health sector, the President revealed that a project to develop a tertiary-level hospital in the city is progressing, with physical works under the Saudi Fund expected to begin by May or June next year.
Highlighting housing as one of the Administration’s top priorities, the President announced that the issues surrounding the previously stalled 400-housing unit project have been resolved, and that work has now resumed.
As part of his pledge to construct 500 housing units in the city, a contract for 75 new units was signed during the gathering. He added that construction of the remaining units will begin within the next two years and reaffirmed his commitment to delivering a total of 900 housing units during his tenure, including the 400 already contracted.
