In their quest to meet more Giraavaru people, the Huvaas reporters interviewed her as well. She was very unhappy because other people were making up false stories about the Giraavaru islanders and spreading their slanders. In one of the schools, a grade 8 exam paper contained disturbing information about the people of Giraavaru. No matter how many Giraavaru houses you visit you won't get any information or photos. And on top of that, if any of my children find out that I had spoke to you they'll be very angry.
Giraavaru people have no longing for a wealthy material lifestyle.
Their eating and drinking habits are simple. Fish soup, rice and roasted chillies was the lunch of one person sitting and eating on a mat in the dining room. Giraavaru people still keep some of their customs, despite the onslaught of modern culture. We don't like those things much,' says Hawwa. We put on coconut oil after our shower,' says Hawwa.