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Population and Housing Census 2014
MALDIVES POPULATION AND HOUSING CENSUS 2014 National Bureau of Statistics Ministry of Finance and Treasury Male’, Maldives 4 Population & Households: CENSUS 2014 © National Bureau of Statistics, 2015 Maldives - Population and Housing Census 2014 All rights of this work are reserved. No part may be printed or published without prior written permission from the publisher. Short excerpts from the publication may be reproduced for the purpose of research or review provided due acknowledgment is made. Published by: National Bureau of Statistics Ministry of Finance and Treasury Male’ 20379 Republic of Maldives Tel: 334 9 200 / 33 9 473 / 334 9 474 Fax: 332 7 351 e-mail: [email protected] www.statisticsmaldives.gov.mv Cover and Layout design by: Aminath Mushfiqa Ibrahim Cover Photo Credits: UNFPA MALDIVES Printed by: National Bureau of Statistics Male’, Republic of Maldives National Bureau of Statistics 5 FOREWORD The Population and Housing Census of Maldives is the largest national statistical exercise and provide the most comprehensive source of information on population and households. Maldives has been conducting censuses since 1911 with the first modern census conducted in 1977. Censuses were conducted every five years since between 1985 and 2000. The 2005 census was delayed to 2006 due to tsunami of 2004, leaving a gap of 8 years between the last two censuses. The 2014 marks the 29th census conducted in the Maldives. Census provides a benchmark data for all demographic, economic and social statistics in the country to the smallest geographic level. Such information is vital for planning and evidence based decision-making. Census also provides a rich source of data for monitoring national and international development goals and initiatives. -
Coastal Adpatation Survey 2011
Survey of Climate Change Adaptation Measures in Maldives Integration of Climate Change Risks into Resilient Island Planning in the Maldives Project January 2011 Prepared by Dr. Ahmed Shaig Ministry of Housing and Environment and United Nations Development Programme Survey of Climate Change Adaptation Measures in Maldives Integration of Climate Change Risks into Resilient Island Planning in the Maldives Project Draft Final Report Prepared by Dr Ahmed Shaig Prepared for Ministry of Housing and Environment January 2011 Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION 1 2 COASTAL ADAPTATION CONCEPTS 2 3 METHODOLOGY 3 3.1 Assessment Framework 3 3.1.1 Identifying potential survey islands 3 3.1.2 Designing Survey Instruments 8 3.1.3 Pre-testing the survey instruments 8 3.1.4 Implementing the survey 9 3.1.5 Analyzing survey results 9 3.1.6 Preparing a draft report and compendium with illustrations of examples of ‘soft’ measures 9 4 ADAPTATION MEASURES – HARD ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS 10 4.1 Introduction 10 4.2 Historical Perspective 10 4.3 Types of Hard Engineering Adaptation Measures 11 4.3.1 Erosion Mitigation Measures 14 4.3.2 Island Access Infrastructure 35 4.3.3 Rainfall Flooding Mitigation Measures 37 4.3.4 Measures to reduce land shortage and coastal flooding 39 4.4 Perception towards hard engineering Solutions 39 4.4.1 Resort Islands 39 4.4.2 Inhabited Islands 40 5 ADAPTATION MEASURES – SOFT ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS 41 5.1 Introduction 41 5.2 Historical Perspective 41 5.3 Types of Soft Engineering Adaptation Measures 42 5.3.1 Beach Replenishment 42 5.3.2 Temporary -
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT for the Construction of a Slipway in Goidhoo Island, Shaviyani Atoll, Maldives
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT For the construction of a slipway in Goidhoo Island, Shaviyani Atoll, Maldives Photo: Water Solutions Proposed by: 3L Construction PVT.LTD Prepared by: Hassan Shah (EIA P02/2007) For Water Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Maldives May 2018 BLANK PAGE EIA For the construction of a slipway in Goidhoo Island, Shaviyani Atoll 1 Table of contents 1 Table of contents ...................................................................................................... 3 2 List of Figures and Tables ........................................................................................ 7 3 Declaration of the consultants .................................................................................. 8 4 Proponents Commitment and Declaration ............................................................... 9 5 Non-Technical Summary ....................................................................................... 13 6 Introduction ............................................................................................................ 15 6.1 Structure of the EIA ........................................................................................... 15 6.2 Aims and Objectives of the EIA ........................................................................ 15 6.3 EIA Implementation .......................................................................................... 15 6.4 Rational for the formulation of alternatives ....................................................... 15 6.5 Terms of Reference........................................................................................... -
37327 Public Disclosure Authorized
37327 Public Disclosure Authorized REPUBLIC OF THE MALDIVES Public Disclosure Authorized TSUNAMI IMPACT AND RECOVERY Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized JOINT NEEDS ASSESSMENT WORLD BANK - ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK - UN SYSTEM ki QU0 --- i 1 I I i i i i I I I I I i Maldives Tsunami: Impact and Recovery. Joint Needs Assessment by World Bank-ADB-UN System Page 2 ABBREVIATIONS ADB Asian Development Bank DRMS Disaster Risk Management Strategy GDP Gross Domestic Product GoM The Government of Maldives IDP Internally displaced people IFC The International Finance Corporation IFRC International Federation of Red Cross IMF The International Monetary Fund JBIC Japan Bank for International Cooperation MEC Ministry of Environment and Construction MFAMR Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture, and Marine Resources MOH Ministry of Health NDMC National Disaster Management Center NGO Non-Governmental Organization PCB Polychlorinated biphenyls Rf. Maldivian Rufiyaa SME Small and Medium Enterprises STELCO State Electricity Company Limited TRRF Tsunami Relief and Reconstruction Fund UN United Nations UNFPA The United Nations Population Fund UNICEF The United Nations Children's Fund WFP World Food Program ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This report was prepared by a Joint Assessment Team from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the United Nations, and the World Bank. The report would not have been possible without the extensive contributions made by the Government and people of the Maldives. Many of the Government counterparts have been working round the clock since the tsunami struck and yet they were able and willing to provide their time to the Assessment team while also carrying out their regular work. It is difficult to name each and every person who contributed. -
Republic of Maldives: Preparing Outer Islands for Sustainable Energy Development
Initial Environmental Examination August 2014 Republic of Maldives: Preparing Outer Islands for Sustainable Energy Development Prepared by the Ministry of Environment and Energy, Government of Maldives for the Asian Development Bank This Initial Environmental Examination is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB's Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be preliminary in nature. Your attention is directed to the “terms of use” section of this website. In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. CURRENCY EQUIVALENTS (as of 31 March 2013) Currency Unit = Maldivian Ruffiyaa (MVR) MVR1.00 = US$ 0.065 US$1.00 = MVR 15.410 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS ADB - Asian Development Bank CFC - Chlorofluorocarbons DG - Diesel Generator EA - Executing Agency EIA - Environmental Impact Assessment EPA - Environmental Protection Agency EMP - Environmental Management Plan EPC - Engineering, Procurement and Construction FENAKA - Fenaka Corporation Limited GoM - Government of Maldives GDP - Gross Domestic Product GFP - Grievance Focal Points GHG - Green House Gases GRC - Grievance Redress Committee GFP - Grievance Focal Point IA - Implementing Agency IEE - Initial Environmental Examination IUCN - International Union for Conservation of Nature MEE - Ministry of Environment and Energy MOF - Ministry of Finance PCBs - polychlorinated biphenyl PMC - Project Management Consultant PPTA - Project Preparatory Technical Assistance PV - photovoltaic REA - Rapid Environmental Assessment SPS - Safeguard Policy Statement TA - Technical Assistance WHO - World Health Organization NOTES (i) The fiscal year (FY) of the Government of Madives ends on 31 December. -
Baa Atoll Conservation Zone
72° 48' 72° 51' 72° 54' 72° 57' 73° 00' 73° 03' 73° 06' 73° 09' 73° 12' E 5° 24' 5° 24' Gaagadufaruhuraa Area 6: Bathalaa BATHALAA REGION 5° 21' Dhigufaru 5° 21' Anhenunfushi Maarikili Vinaeiy Faru Hanikandu Faru Veyvah Kashidupparu Boi Faru 5° 18' Kudarikilu 5° 18' Kihavanhuravalhi Four Seasons Resort Kendhoo Hulhudhoo Kamadhoo Maa Faru Udoodhoo Keyodupparu Milaidhoo Madhirivaadhoo Reethi Beach Resort 5° 15' Dhakandhoo Dhoogadufinolhu 5° 15' Kashi Faru Finolhas Vandhoomaa Faru Fares Veyofushi Boatu Urunu Faru Hirundhoo Kihaadhoo Area 4: 5° 12' 5° 12' Area 5: Area 1: ANGAFARU REEF Dhonfanu MAAHURUVALHI Maahuruvalhi NIBILIGAA Kihaadhuffaru Resort REEF REGION Binmathee Faru Hanifaru Area 3: Mendhoo HANIFARU REEF Dhigu Faru Royal Island Resort Dharavandhoo 5° 09' Area 2: 5° 09' Dhigali Giri DHIGALI HAA Maalhos AnnexMaa Faru 2 Vakkaru Nelivaru Sonevafushi Nagilifalhu 5° 06' Eydhafushi 5° 06' BAA ATOLL Maarogaali Maaddoo Koraidhoo Maaneigaa Maaddoohulhudhoo Gaaviligili CONSERVATION ZONEMiriandhoo MAP Ohgali 5° 03' 5° 03' Cocoa Palm Dhunikolhu Kalhunaiboli Kudadhoo Thulhaadhoo Hithaadhoo Ufuligiri Maamaduvvaree 5° 00' 5° 00' Area 7: OLHUGIRI ISLAND 4° 57' Core Area Buffer 4° 57' Area Name (Ha) (Ha) BIOSPHERE RESERVE NOMINATION1 FORM Mendhoo Region 589.8 583 2 Dhigali Haa 32.19 59.25 4° 54' 3 Hanifaru 467.5 192.6 4° 54' “CORBIN” Shipwreck Fulhadhoo Fehendhoo Area 8: 4 Angafaru 590.8 227.9 Innafushi GOIDHOO KOARU Goidhoo 5 Maahuruvalhi 1520 352.6 6 Bathala 502.0 200.0 Goidhoo Faru 4° 51' 7 Olhugiri 41.95 6.135 4° 51' 8 Goidhoo Koaru 10.34 3.566 -
Republic of Maldives
National Adaptation Programme of Action (NAPA) Republic of Maldives GEF Prepared by The Government of Maldives Ministry of Environment Energy and Water National Adaptation Programme of Action (NAPA) Republic of Maldives GEF Prepared by The Government of Maldives Ministry of Environment, Energy and Water i Maldives NAPA Team: Ms. Mariyam Saleem (Marine Research Centre) Lead Author and Project Manager: Dr. Ahmed Jamsheed Mohamed (Department of Ms. Lubna Moosa Public Health) Dr. Mohamed Shareef (Ministry of Planning and Co-Authors: National Development) Dr. Simad Saeed Ms. Hafeeza Abdulla (NAPA National Consultant) Dr. Mohamed Shiham Adam Ms. Mizna Mohamed (Ministry of Environment, Energy Dr. Abdulla Naseer and Water) Dr. Sheena Moosa Mr. Hussain Naeem (Ministry of Environment, Energy Mr. Ahmed Shaig and Water) Contributors: Editors: Mr. Ahmed Jameel (Ministry of Environment, Energy Dr. Simad Saeed and Water) Mr. Ahmed Shaig Mr. Amjad Abdulla (Ministry of Environment, Energy Ms. Lubna Moosa and Water) Mr. Ibrahim Shaheen (Maldives Transport and Support Staff: Contracting Company) Ms. Aminath Zumeena Ms. Fathmath Shafeega (Ministry of Planning and Mr. Ibrahim Hamza Khaleel National Development) Mr. Abdulla Mohamed Didi Mr. Mohamed Aslam (LaMer) Ms Athira Ali Mr. Hussain Zahir (Marine Research Centre) © Ministry of Environment, Energy and Water, 2006 The contents of this report may be reproduced in parts with acknowledgment of source. ISBN Published by: Ministry of Environment, Energy and Water, 2006 Fen Building Male', Republic of Maldives Tel: +960 3324861 Fax: +960 3322286 Email: [email protected] Website: www.environment.gov.mv Cartography, design and layout by: Ahmed Shaig Photos courtesy of: Portrait Gallery Printed by: National Adaptation Programme of Action - Maldives ii Foreword By President of the Republic of Maldives 27 December 2006 Our world is today faced with many mitigate against climate change, there is serious threats to the prospect of life and no local-level fix to this global problem. -
Outdoor Fitness Equipment Handover Ceremony Press Release Outdoor
Outdoor Fitness equipment handover ceremony Press Release Outdoor Fitness equipment for 61 islands across the Maldives was formally handed over by High Commissioner in a ceremony held on 13 July 2020 in Male’ city. Ministry of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment is implementing the project under a cash grant of MVR 8 million extended by India. City/Island Councils are steering 18 such projects across the Atolls covering different facets of Maldives-India cooperation, under a total grant assistance of MVR 106 million from India. Other important projects being implemented under this grant assistance include coastal erosion project (Rasdhoo), installation of street-lights in Kolhufushi, procurement of vehicles and machinery for development of the Male’ city council, , upgrade of police training academy in Vaani, construction of classrooms (Lhohi and Kinolhas), upgrade of ice plants (Maduvvari and Gaafaru), emergency health services (Dharavandhoo) centre, vehicles for Maldives Correctional Services, infrastructure and equipment for Special Education Needs children (schools in Kulhudhufushi and Fuvahmulah), infrastructure and equipment for Fiyavathi community centre in Fokaidhoo, development of Hulhumale' Central Park and renovation of the Arrival Jetty, procuring Children's Park Equipment for 67 island communities, Development of Wetland Park Area (G. Dh. Faresmathoda) etc. The Fehendhoo-Goidhoo student Ferry was formally handed over in an event held in Male’ on 8 July 2020. Several other projects are lined up for inaugural over the coming days viz. Coastal protection project in Rasdhoo, police training Academy in Vaani, Kolhufushi street-lights project, handover of vehicles and machinery for the Male’ City council etc. The Government of President Solih is firmly committed to improving public health across the Atolls. -
Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve Newsletter
Issue 2, July 2015 Quarter 2 United Nations Baa Atoll Educational, Scientific and Biosphere Reserve since 2011 Cultural Organization Man and the Biosphere Programme OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF BAA ATOLL UNESCO BIOSPHERE RESERVE OFFICE As we welcome you to the Second Edion of the BR Newsleer 2015, the mantas are back in numbers at Hanifaru Bay delighng us all with their underwater dances. It is indeed great news for all manta lovers and truly Hanifaru Manta Season 2015 has indeed kicked off in style with the numbers of mantas observed at the bay. One new feature we have observed in Hanifaru Season 2015 is that Guest House Tourism is on the rise in Baa Atoll and visitors from these newly opened Guest Houses are vising Hanifaru thus adding a new resource user to the area. Please keep sending your feedback to info@broffice.gov.mv in making the Newsleer more producve as you have been doing so. ANNUAL HANIFARU CLEANUP UNDERTAKEN The annual Hanifaru Marine Protected Area The name cleanup and maintanence “manta ray” program work of mooring comes from the bouys was undertaken on Lati n m antum 23 May. Parcipants included those from mea ni ng cloak or shawl Eydhafushi government and in the indtuons, companies, maldivian language interested pares from the general public, resort parcipaon especially from Amillafushi, Kihaad Maldives and mantas are known as Reethi Beach Resort. “E N MAD I” This is the third year running of the cleanup and maintenance program undertaken to date and we wish to thank all those involved in making this event a huge success. -
Environmental Impact Assessment for Island Access and Jetty Construction Project in Fulhadhoo, Baa
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR ISLAND ACCESS AND JETTY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT IN FULHADHOO, BAA. ATOLL Prepared For: Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure PREPARED BY: MAHMOOD RIYAZ (PHD) (EIA03/07) July 2017 MOHAMED SHIHAM ADAM (PHD) (EIA01/07) EIA for B. Fulhadhoo island access & Jetty Project | Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure | July 2017 Page 1 of 76 TABLE OF CONTENTS Declaration of the Consultant: ............................................................................................................. 7 1 ާސާލުޚ ާދާސ ..................................................................................................................................... 9 2 Non Technical Summary ......................................................................................................... 13 3 Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 16 3.1 Background and Context ..................................................................................................... 16 3.2 Purpose of the EIA .............................................................................................................. 19 3.3 Project Setting ..................................................................................................................... 19 3.4 Scope of the EIA ................................................................................................................. 20 3.5 Project Justification ............................................................................................................ -
Post-Tsunami Agricultural and Fisheries Rehabilitation Programme Project Performance Evaluation
Independent Office Independent Office of Evaluation of Evaluation Independent O ce of Evaluation Independent O ce of Evaluation International Fund for Agricultural Development International Fund for Agricultural Development Via Paolo di Dono, 44 - 00142 Rome, Italy Via Paolo di Dono, 44 - 00142 Rome, Italy Tel: +39 06 54591 - Fax: +39 06 5043463 Tel: +39 06 54591 - Fax: +39 06 5043463 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] www.ifad.org/evaluation www.ifad.org/evaluation www.twitter.com/IFADeval www.twitter.com/IFADeval Independent Office of Evaluation www.youtube.com/IFADevaluation www.youtube.com/IFADevaluation Independent Office Independent Office of Evaluation of Evaluation Independent O ce of Evaluation Independent O ce of Evaluation Republic of Maldives International Fund for Agricultural Development International Fund for Agricultural Development Post-Tsunami Agricultural and Fisheries Via Paolo di Dono, 44 - 00142 Rome, Italy Via Paolo di Dono, 44 - 00142 Rome, Italy Tel: +39 06 54591 - Fax: +39 06 5043463 Tel: +39 06 54591 - Fax: +39 06 5043463 Rehabilitation Programme E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] www.ifad.org/evaluation www.ifad.org/evaluation PROJECT PERFORMANCE EVALUATION www.twitter.com/IFADeval www.twitter.com/IFADeval www.youtube.com/IFADevaluation www.youtube.com/IFADevaluation Bureau indépendant Oficina de Evaluación de l’évaluation Independiente Bureau indépendant de l’évaluation Oficina de Evaluación Independiente Fonds international de développement agricole Fondo Internacional -
Regional Policy Dialogue on Transport Connectivity in Southern Asia
Ministry of Economic Development Republic of Maldives 1 The Maldives lies in two rows of atolls in the Indian Ocean, just across the equator. The country is made up of 1,190 coral islands formed around 26 natural ring-like atolls, spread over 90,000 square kilometres. 2 Vessels known as “Dhoni” provide the main source of public transportation between the various atolls. These diesel engine-powered boats are the cheapest and most commonly available mode of transport in the archipelago. 3 Ferry transportation is the best mode to Maldives, as the large percentage of the country is Sea. We need to develop reliable ferry transport system. 4 Land transport service will not be feasible except in few Islands. Regular taxi service is available in major cities. 5 Maldivian is flying to 14 Transportation for destinations (domestic 9 Tourist Resorts are and 5 International) with mainly carried out by Sea 11 fleets. Planes 6 7 Maamahi Excutive Launge Leeli Launge Neeri Launge 8 Receive CIPs when disembarking from the aircraft at the gate Escort to CIP lounge by CIP vehicle Handle passports of CIPs for immigration clearance. Clear CIPs baggage at belt and deliver to designated sea/land transport Escort CIPs to their designated transport. Receive CIPs from the jetty and escort to CIP lounge Receive baggage and process for check-in Handle passports of CIPs for immigration clearance Escort to aircraft by CIP vehicle, if the aircraft is parked far from the CIP terminal First Aid Service (all the First Aid charges will be compensated by passenger) & Emergencies (ambulance, wheelchair, stretcher).