MWSC and EPA formalize agreement for Rasfari reef restoration project

The Male Water and Sewerage Company (MWSC) has entered into an agreement with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to support the Rasfari reef restoration project. The agreement was signed by Managing Director of MWSC Abdul Matheen Mohamed and Director General of EPA Ibrahim Naeem. It aims to provide technical assistance for the restoration of coral reefs in the Rasfari area. Key initiatives include equipping the RV environmental vessel with a water treatment plant and survey equipment, as well as establishing water supply and transportation arrangements as part of the company’s corporate social responsibility efforts. Rasfari is a popular diving spot for tourists due to its natural beauty and was declared a protected area in 1995. It also plays a vital role in the ecological health of the Male Atoll. Unfortunately, in August 2021, a barge collision resulted in significant damage, impacting over 2,800 acres of the reef. This agreement represents a crucial step in advancing government initiatives to protect Maldives’ marine environment.