Ooredoo Maldives has opened registrations for the highly anticipated Ooredoo Masrace 2024, the annual fishing competition that has become an integral part of our community every year.

Ooredoo highlighted that this year's Masrace promises to be bigger and more exciting as the event will take place in three different islands across the Maldives, including Himmafushi, Naifaru, and Thinadhoo City throughout the month of August 2024.

"Masrace since its beginning, has captured the hearts of communities nationwide, bringing people together through the joy of fishing. As an activity deeply rooted in the Maldivian culture, Ooredoo Maldives is proud to host this event that showcases our rich fishing heritage," the company said in a Press Release.

"We are excited to join hands with the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources in organizing Ooredoo Masrace 2024. As a community focused company, we invite all fishing enthusiasts to join us and be a part of the biggest fishing competition of the Maldives." Ooredoo Maldives Managing Director & CEO, Khalid Al-Hamadi stated.

Interested participants from across the three islands can register their teams via the online portal from 17th July to 24 July 2023. Each team shall consist of between 8 to 12 members, including the captain and officials.

The competition will commence on the following dates in each respective city:

• Himmafushi: 9 August 2024

• Thinadhoo City: 16 August 2024

• Naifaru: 23 August 2024

Ooredoo Masrace 2023 will see max 16 teams competing from each area. In the case of an overwhelming number of registrations, a draw will be conducted to select the participating teams. Teams that are not selected will receive a full refund.

Prizes worth a total of MVR 126,000 will be awarded, including:

• 1st Place Team: MVR 25,000

• 2nd Place Team: MVR 10,000

• 3rd Place Team: MVR 5,000

• Best Fisherman: MVR 1000

• Best Fisherwoman: MVR 1000

Ooredoo Maldives also noted that they welcome government institutions, corporates, and the public to join in this exciting event. Masrace 2024 promises not only thrilling competition but also a celebration of our fishing culture and a platform for showcasing our traditional fishing techniques.