News DeskFirst Lady Sajidha Mohamed continued her official engagements in Colombo with visits that underscored people‑to‑people ties, women’s economic participation and shared commitments to child health. The programmes took place alongside President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s State Visit to Sri Lanka.
At the Good Market Sri Lanka Office, the First Lady was given a guided tour of exhibits featuring women‑led businesses. The displays included sustainable food and wellness products, ethical fashion labels, lifestyle brands and community‑based enterprises. Organised at the 80 Club, the visit brought together entrepreneurs working in social impact and responsible production.
The First Lady spent time speaking with business owners, discussing entrepreneurship, sustainability and opportunities for collaboration. She highlighted the value of supporting women‑led enterprises and noted the importance of cross‑border connections that contribute to inclusive economic growth. The engagement also reflected the long‑standing cultural familiarity between the Maldives and Sri Lanka, strengthened over generations through education, trade and community links.
Good Market Sri Lanka promotes inclusive and sustainable business models by encouraging ethical production and responsible consumption. The First Lady’s visit placed a spotlight on the role of small enterprises in shaping more resilient local economies.
Later in the day, the First Lady visited Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children, the largest free paediatric hospital in Sri Lanka. She was welcomed by the hospital’s executive management and received an introductory briefing before touring the orthopaedic and plastic surgery ward and the paediatric surgery ward. She interacted with patients and staff, observing the hospital’s work in specialised child care.
Before concluding the visit, the First Lady signed the guestbook and commended the hospital’s contribution to safeguarding children’s health and well‑being. She noted its long record of service and its role in strengthening paediatric care in the region.
The two engagements reflected the broader themes of the State Visit, which has placed emphasis on community ties, social development and cooperation in areas that directly affect families and young people in both countries.
