The Maldives - Misery And Waste, The Hidden Side Of Paradise

The Maldives islands are known for their landscapes of Heaven on Earth, turquoise water and pristine beaches. Photographer Hani Amir reveals the hidden face of this paradise with a series of photographs taken on the artificial island of Thilafushi.

Built in 1992 to cope with the problem of waste, this island stores 330 tonnes of waste per day. Without safety equipment, expatriate workers are looking for metal pieces among the waste to earn a living.