Is the solution to Dhivehi Taro from Africa?

Elderly Huvadhoo Atoll (Gaafu Alifu and Gaafu Dhaalu atolls) residents still remember the time during World War II when they sailed out in their boats in search of taro. There was a serious food shortage at the time, which the Maldivians referred to as "Bodu Thadhu," over the entire nation. People sacrificed their gold and other valuables for taro because of the extreme scarcity.

Gaafu Dhaalu atoll Vaadhoo and Gadhdhoo, which the residents of Gan used for farming, were the two islands that benefited the most from growing taro. Fuvahmulah and Addu also engaged in extensive taro farming, growing the nutrient-rich crop for both commercial and domestic purposes.