Project Manager Dr. Ibrahim Waheed met with the Chief Executive Officer of the Local Government Authority, Mr. Mohamed Nimal. Local Government Authority (LGA) is a state institution established under the Decentralization Act to regulate, oversee and develop the local governance system of Maldives as envisioned in the Constitution. The Decentralization Act confers the following mandate on LGA.

The purpose of the meeting was to introduce the D’MADD project to the LGA, as the project has important components supporting the LGA. The meeting comes after the signing of the contract to assist in expanding the National Computer Network operated by NCIT. The Network was envisioned by LGA under the name “e-Council Network”. It has played a crucial role in decentralizing government service to the atoll and island councils.

Dr. Waheed briefed the CEO and the team on the project's current development, including the Multi-Hazard Early Warning system to be established in Fuvahmulah City and the 3D reef mapping pilot to be conducted in Addu City.

The LGA team presented their development roadmap, showcasing their journey in implementing ICT-based systems. These initiatives by LGA support local councils' management and operational efficiency, ensuring better service delivery and governance.

The meeting concluded with the LGA’s commitment to support the D'MADD project. This collaboration aims to achieve mutual interests and enhance the decentralization activities across the country.

Mr. Ahmed Haleem, Communications Specialist, and Ms. Fathimath Shafa Hussian, Project Officer of the D’MADD project, participated with Dr. Waheed. Mr. Adam Shareef (Director General) and Hassan Ismail (Senior Systems Analyst) joined from LGA.