Javaabu Co-Founders Share Their Entrepreneurial Journey on TVM's Business Studio

Javaabu Co-Founders Mohamed Jailam and Arushad Ahmed appeared on Television Maldives (TVM)'s Business Studio program, aired on 10 October 2026 at 10:00 PM, to share their entrepreneurial journey, discuss Javaabu's growing portfolio of digital products, and offer advice to aspiring entrepreneurs in the Maldives.

During the conversation, Jailam, Javaabu's Chief Executive Officer, and Arushad, its Chief Technology Officer, reflected on how Javaabu began as a small venture between two school friends in 2016 and grew into a Maldivian technology company developing solutions across software, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies.

The discussion explored the challenges and opportunities of building a technology business in the Maldives, highlighting the importance of taking initiative, continuously learning, and developing solutions that address real-world needs.

The Co-Founders also spoke about DhivehiGPT, Javaabu's Dhivehi artificial intelligence platform, and its ongoing efforts to make AI technology more accessible and useful for Dhivehi speakers. They highlighted how advancements in local-language AI are opening up new possibilities for building digital products and services tailored to the Maldivian market.

Another key focus of the program was DhivehiVaahaka.com, Javaabu's digital storytelling platform designed to bring Dhivehi writers and readers together. The platform, which was announced in September 2026, allows authors to publish stories in an episodic format while giving readers the option to read or listen to stories using DhivehiGPT-powered Text-to-Speech technology.

During the show, the Co-Founders demonstrated DhivehiVaahaka.com, giving viewers a closer look at the platform and its features. The demonstration highlighted how technology can make Dhivehi literature more accessible while providing writers with new ways to share their creativity with readers.

Jailam and Arushad also discussed the potential for DhivehiVaahaka.com to help establish a sustainable creator economy around Dhivehi storytelling. By allowing writers to earn revenue from their published stories, the platform aims to encourage more local content creation and provide aspiring authors with opportunities to turn their passion for writing into a source of income.

The platform's model allows readers to access the first two episodes of a story for free, with subsequent episodes available for a small fee. Authors receive a share of the revenue generated from paid episodes, creating a direct relationship between readers supporting the stories they enjoy and writers being rewarded for their work.

The conversation also turned to entrepreneurship, with both Co-Founders sharing practical advice for young Maldivians interested in starting their own businesses.

Arushad encouraged aspiring entrepreneurs not to wait until their product or idea is perfect before getting started. He emphasized the importance of taking the first step, launching early, learning from real users, and improving products through experience and feedback.

Jailam highlighted how artificial intelligence has significantly lowered the barriers to starting a technology business. He explained that access to modern AI tools and learning resources has made it possible for individuals to acquire skills and build products without necessarily following a formal educational pathway. He also encouraged aspiring entrepreneurs to identify underserved opportunities rather than entering markets that are already saturated with similar businesses.

Their advice reflected Javaabu's own journey of starting small, learning through experience, and continuously exploring new opportunities to create meaningful solutions for the Maldivian community.

The Business Studio appearance provided an opportunity to share Javaabu's story with a wider audience while highlighting the possibilities that technology, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship can create for the Maldives.

Javaabu extends its sincere appreciation to Television Maldives (TVM) and the Business Studio team for the invitation and the opportunity to share its journey, showcase its products, and encourage the next generation of Maldivian entrepreneurs.