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In an era where social media is inundated with news, misinformation has become so pervasive that it’s increasingly difficult for the average citizen to distinguish between truth, falsehood, and intentionally misleading propaganda. To address this issue, Citizen Media was launched by a team of young, dedicated journalists committed to uncovering the truth. Focusing on real, pressing issues, Citizen strives to expose what goes on behind the scenes, shedding light on complex matters in a way that is clear and accessible for everyone. Our platform aims to deliver the truth with fairness, equality, and justice, without exception. ✨Discover more about our media startup: citizen.mv

How much does it cost to buy an election in the Maldives? While the government argues a combined election would save money, state-owned companies MTCC and RDC quietly advertised 1,771 new positions in a single month costing MVR 166.3 million a year in salaries alone. That is nearly three times the cost of the 2024 parliamentary election (MVR 61.7 million). Enough to buy more than 5,000 tonnes of fuel in the middle of an oil crisis. MTCC: 1,283 positions · MVR 111.9M/year RDC: 488 positions · MVR 57.3M/year The election they want to cut costs on? MVR 61.7 million. The jobs announced ahead of the vote? MVR 166.3 million. Read more: citizen.mv/8007

Citizen Finds: Miyoh bahaaleee 3 majilis inthihaabu beyvveyha faisaa! citizen.mv/8007

Explained: Aharu dhuvahu ge fuel storage hedhumakee huvafeneh! citizen.mv/7994

In depth - Where do we draw the line between efficiency and accountability? This article analyses global data and the local implications of combining both presidential and parliamentary elections Read more: citizen.mv/7973

Dhe inthihaabu eh dhuvaheh ga: Democracy harudhanaa vaanee tho nuvatha halaaku vaanee tho? citizen.mv/7973

From archives: July 2, 2024. Eight months ago, Nishal explained how the Iran-Israel ceasefire offered Maldives a critical window to prepare for looming crises: oil shock, collapsing tourism, regional threats. Today, the war has ignited. The shockwaves are hitting Maldives hard. The government just begun taking steps in response. The question remains, did we have enough time to prepare more?

3 gadi iraa 23 minute: Dr. Falaah mi kiyaadhenee nizaam furolhaali goiy! citizen.mv/7867

Uthhama fandiyaaru ge thaureefaai sanaa inn ufedhhi suvaalu! citizen.mv/7871

2028 politics will be fought on one battlefield: The economy. This article explains how fiscal pressure narrows policy choices and how support from foreign powers is becoming a leverage on domestic politics. It also analyses how political leaders are positioning themselves around "economic competence" narratives and why the next election cycle will likely be decided by credibility on economy more than anything else Read more: citizen.mv/7797

2028: Yaameen ge igthisoadhee card aai India ge aiy! citizen.mv/7797

MDP gai adhives othee Ibu ge baaru! citizen.mv/7604

@Midhuamsaud, founder of The Commoners explains why the regulations on social housing and land distribution lack public trust. Like previous initiatives the new rules are also likely to be overturned or changed by the next government. "Until we address the root cause of the housing crisis, we cannot expect a real solution" Stay tuned for the full video.

Goverment taxi fleet project: Smoother rides or slower street? MTCC new taxi fleet will be launching 24/7 app-based booking, regulated fares, and integration with the RTL bus network. But with hundreds of new vehicles set to join Greater Male roads, a key question arises: Will this ease travel for passengers or add to the city’s congestion and trip times? Read more: citizen.mv/7770

Bodethi thuhumathu oiy meehakah bodu magaameh dhinee keevve? citizen.mv/7777

The government has submitted a bill to combine presidential and parliamentary elections. Officials tout major cost savings and political stability, but the opposition warns of a dangerous mixing of powers and undue government influence, especially if the referendum is held alongside local council elections. Our latest article breaks down both sides of this critical debate. Read more: citizen.mv/7752 Photo: Mihaaru

Male taxi line: Massala hallu vaane tha? citizen.mv/7770

The most undemocratic election. Latest census shows there are 157,254 Maldivians living in Male, all directly affected by the decisions of its city council. Yet, only 45.9 percent get to vote for who takes those seats. Meanwhile, on small islands the fate of local councils is often decided by people who no longer live there. Many have migrated to Male, but return to island solely on election day to vote. The article explains how politicians use this loophole of "permanent address" for political manipulation. And how even MPs who rarely set foot on an island can still win its election. Read more: citizen.mv/7726

Dhe inthihaabu ehkkohllaa vaahakaige dhe faraai! citizen.mv/7752

Majority in goiy nunimmaa enme undemocratic inthihaabu! citizen.mv/7726

Opinion: Dhebai gulheneekee noon, dhefuh keheree! citizen.mv/7730