Dniester river recovery: €7.9 million grant to restore ecosystems post-pollution crisis

Moldovan Minister of Environment, Gheorghe Hajder, has announced a €7.9 million (approx. 154.8 million MDL) non-reimbursable grant dedicated to restoring the Dniester River basin. The funding aims to rehabilitate ecosystems following a severe pollution crisis that recently threatened the nation’s primary water source.

Record first-grade demand in Chișinău: thousands apply in 3 days

In just three days since the start of first-grade registrations for the 2026–2027 academic year, more than 5,000 applications were submitted, according to the Chisinau City Hall, which reported a "record interest" from parents.

Romania may issue e-ID cards to Moldovan residents

Romanian citizens living in the Republic of Moldova who have lost their ID cards may soon be eligible to receive electronic identity cards. These cards will reflect their residency in the Republic of Moldova and address the issues that have arisen from legislative changes implemented by the Romanian government. This announcement was made by Eugen Tomac, honorary advisor to the President of Romania.

EVO expands services: “We improve access to public services”

New functionalities were added to the EVO digital government services portal to streamline and enhance how citizens and businesses access public services. The "Service Providers" section now provides a centralised catalogue of public service providers, featuring over 60 institutions and organisations that offer more than 600 services.

Parliamentary parties’ 2025 budgets: funded by state and donations

The Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), currently in power in the Republic of Moldova, reported the highest income and expenses among parliamentary parties last year. According to the financial management reports for 2025 submitted to the Central Electoral Commission (CEC), the party collected over 36 million lei, with the majority coming from state budget allocations estimated at around 29 million lei.

Ecologist: Ban the Nistru fish consumption for the next 3 years

Fish in the Nistru River may be contaminated due to recent pollution from petroleum products. Environmentalists are suggesting a ban on consuming fish from the Nistru for the next three years.

EU launches platform to recruit third-country workers, including Moldova, ensuring legal, fair hiring

The European Union (EU) is launching a new digital platform that allows citizens from third countries, including the Republic of Moldova, to access job opportunities in member states. This initiative focuses on professional sectors experiencing a significant shortage of workers, providing Moldovan candidates with the opportunity to leverage their skills in a formal environment. Daniela Morari, the Moldovan Ambassador to the EU, stated that this initiative represents a “guarantee of a legal and fair recruitment process.”

Energy milestone: Moldova’s green capacity surpasses 1 GW

The Republic of Moldova has achieved a significant milestone in the energy sector, as its renewable energy production capacity has now surpassed 1 gigawatt. As of early 2026, the total installed capacity has reached more than 1,023 megawatts (MW), according to information from the National Center for Sustainable Energy (CNED).

Beyond the horizon: Artemis 2 astronauts embark on record-breaking journey

Twenty-five hours after its historic launch, the Artemis 2 crew has successfully executed trans-lunar injection. The four-member team is now hurtling toward the Moon after spending a full day in Earth’s orbit to validate the Orion spacecraft’s life-support systems.

Moldovans waste more on discarded food than on health and education

A study conducted by the Institute for Development and Social Initiatives "Viitorul" reveals that the amount of money Moldovans spend on food annually is four times that spent on health, recreation, culture, and education combined. The research shows that approximately 40% of household expenses in Moldova are allocated for food, and about 5% of this food is wasted.

Moldovan students invited to promote energy efficiency in creative project contest

Students from the Republic of Moldova are invited to join the "Energy efficiency week in my school" contest, organized by the National Center for Sustainable Energy (CNED) in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy.

Satoshi and Dara champion national anti-violence campaign

Performers Satoshi and Dara participated in the national violence-prevention campaign "Power of Example", launched by authorities on April 2. Their song, "Pentru cei care vin", aims to raise awareness about the issue of violence in society and to change how violent behaviours are perceived and communicated among individuals.