Male, Maldives, November 10, 2024: The President of the Maldives, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, has established a National Sports Fund for the betterment of sports in the archipelago.
The decision was made following a proposal submitted by the Minister of Sports, Fitness and Recreation, Dr. Andulla Rafiu, at a government cabinet meeting last Monday, November 4, the Sun reported.
As per the President’s office, the fund is aimed at increasing the number of athletes, improving the developing sports and empowering the local sporting community.
The current administration places a high priority on developing the sports sector, with MVR 225 million (US$14.5M) spent on sports since the administration assumed office in November 2023.