Fizaana: No college meets university standards

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Maldives Qualifications Authority (MQA) CEO Mariyam Fizaana Rasheed stated on Wednesday that no college in the Maldives currently meets the criteria to be granted university status. Her remarks follow the recent approval of a bill by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu on November 9, 2025, amending the Higher Education and Training Act. The amendment allows colleges operating for at least 15 years