28 deported in 2022 for prostitution, human trafficking

According to the police, 14 raids were carried out in 2022 based on tip-offs.

6 January 2023

Expat accused over prostitution ring arrested

Raids were conducted at four locations in Male and 13 people were arrested in a similar operation last week.

27 May 2023

US says prostitution ring counted politicians, tech execs, lawyer

Levy said clients "often paid a monthly fee to be part of this illicit club."

9 November 2023

Fine, passport seize for local 'pimps', minister says

The minister said that if it is found that foreigners are being employed illegally or exploited, action will be taken against the locals.

23 August 2024