News Desk
MALE’, Maldives — In an era of scepticism about polling and public opinion, the Baani Centre’s December 2025 survey stands out for its scientific rigor and logistical scale. To confirm President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s 62 percent approval rating, researchers placed 9,916 calls across the archipelago, securing 391 successful interviews weighted against 2025 population projections.
The methodology—known as “raking”—ensured that every age group, gender, and geographic region was proportionally represented. This statistical technique adjusts survey weights to match national demographics, reducing bias and increasing accuracy. In a nation of dispersed islands, where geography complicates data collection, this approach was essential to achieving a 95 percent confidence level.
Polling in the Maldives is uniquely complex. With more than 1,200 islands spread across the Indian Ocean, researchers had to design a system that captured voices from both urban centres like Malé and remote islands. The sheer scale of the operation—nearly 10,000 calls—underscores the commitment to inclusivity, ensuring that no demographic was left unheard.
Key Findings Across Demographics
The results reveal a coalition that is broad and resilient:
- 67 percent of elders back the President, offering continuity and wisdom to his mandate.
- Women’s approval at 64 percent reflects their central role in community development and commerce.
- Islanders show 64 percent support, validating President Muizzu’s decentralization agenda.
- Even among Gen-Z voters, support remains at 50 percent, defying global trends of youth disillusionment.
For an administration that prides itself on data-driven governance, this poll is more than validation—it is a scientific seal of approval. It demonstrates that President Muizzu’s popularity is not anecdotal or fleeting but grounded in rigorous evidence. The breadth of support across age, gender, and geography suggests that his policies are resonating widely, reinforcing the stability of his administration.
Analysts note that such a high-confidence poll is rare in South Asia, where fragmented geographies and political polarization often undermine survey reliability. By achieving methodological precision, the Baani Centre has set a regional benchmark for public opinion research, giving the Maldives one of the clearest snapshots of national sentiment in the Indian Ocean region.
