As part of an ongoing commitment to sustainability and social impact, Meeru Maldives Resort Island, in partnership with the Alifulhu Thuthu Foundation (AFTF), has officially donated a range of advanced waste management machinery to K. Dhiffushi. The donation includes incinerators, glass crushers, compactors, and food waste processors, equipment designed to significantly enhance waste handling and promote responsible environmental practices on the island.

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The inauguration and official handover of the newly developed Waste Management Facility took place on June 11, 2025, on Dhiffushi Island. The project was formally handed over to the Dhiffushi Island Council by Ms. Elisha Jameel, Executive Director of KASA Holdings Pvt Ltd; Ms. Sarah Moosa, Chairperson of the Board of Crown & Champa Resorts; Mr. Ali Shifaz, General Manager of Meeru Maldives Resort Island; and Mr. Sebastien Doussin, Divisional Vice President of dnata Central Ground Services. Receiving the facility on behalf of the island was Mr. Ibrahim Sunil, President of the Dhiffushi Council, who expressed his heartfelt appreciation for this latest contribution. He also highlighted the previous donations and long-standing support that the island has received from AFTF and its partners over the years.

“From the start, our goal wasn’t just to build resorts - it was to build futures,” said Mr. Hussein Afeef, one of the founding members of AFTF. “Through AFTF, we support dreams that might otherwise go unheard, and that’s something I’m deeply proud of.” Established in 2000 by the family of Alifulhu Thuthu many of whom are directors of Crown & Champa Resorts-the Alifulhu Thuthu Foundation was founded to honor his legacy of generosity and nation-building. AFTF focuses on bridging structural gaps in local communities through targeted and impactful social investments.

The foundation has a proud history of supporting the development of Dhiffushi through a series of community-focused initiatives. These include the establishment of the island’s water and sewerage systems, the construction of the Power House, expansion of healthcare facilities, and the funding of two teachers’ salaries for eight consecutive years. AFTF also financed the construction of a stage with professional lighting and donated a fully equipped computer lab to the local school. This latest donation of waste management equipment marks yet another milestone in the foundation’s mission to uplift local communities and promote sustainable island living.

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“Sustainability is more than a buzzword for us-it’s a responsibility,” said Ms. Sarah Moosa. “This initiative reflects our deep-rooted values of environmental care and community partnership. It’s a proud moment for Meeru Maldives and the entire CCR family.” Mr. Sebastien Doussin, Divisional Vice President at dnata, also emphasized the broader impact of the initiative, stating, “As a group, we are deeply committed to championing health, safety, and environmental responsibility, and we’re proud to work with partners who actively bring these values to life.” The event was attended by representatives from Crown & Champa Resorts, MATI, KASA Holdings, dnata Travel Group, and the Dhiffushi Council, reflecting a unified commitment to responsible tourism and resilient, empowered communities.