The Bank of Maldives (BML) has launched “Kaanivaa 44”, a four-day community carnival in Hulhumalé to celebrate the bank’s 44th anniversary, bringing together families, businesses and the wider public through entertainment, shopping and special promotional activities.
The event is being held at Hulhumalé Central Park from 11 to 14 November and is open daily from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm and again from 8:00 pm until midnight. Designed as a family-friendly celebration, the carnival features a wide range of games, entertainment programmes and activities for children, alongside numerous stalls offering food and a variety of products.
Visitors will also have opportunities to win valuable prizes during the anniversary celebrations. BML said customers who make a card swipe transaction of at least MVR 50, approximately USD 3.25, at the carnival will be eligible to participate in a special lucky draw. Five winners will each receive a MacBook Neo, while two additional winners will receive electric bicycles.
BML Head of Brand and Marketing Strategy Mohamed Saeed said the carnival was organised to further strengthen the bank’s relationship with the public while also creating meaningful opportunities for small businesses. He said the event is intended to bring communities together in a welcoming environment where families can enjoy quality time, while entrepreneurs are given greater exposure and opportunities to engage directly with customers.
As part of the bank’s support for small businesses and families, stalls operated by participating small enterprises are being provided free of charge, while children’s games at the carnival are also being offered without charge. The initiative reflects BML’s continued emphasis on community engagement and supporting local economic activity alongside its banking services.
The country’s national bank has previously organised similar anniversary events, including a carnival in the Malé area to commemorate its 40th anniversary and another event in Addu City last year. According to BML, these community celebrations have consistently attracted strong public interest, reflecting growing enthusiasm for events that combine family entertainment with opportunities for local businesses.
Kaanivaa 44 adds to Hulhumalé’s calendar of public activities while providing an accessible recreational setting for residents and visitors. The event also highlights the continued contribution of major Maldivian institutions to community development and small business participation as the country continues to expand economic and social opportunities across the Greater Malé region.
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