More than 900 teaching vacancies: Mathematics teachers most in demand

Young individuals aspiring to build a career in education can now submit their applications for the second round of the competition to fill vacant teaching positions. The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) highlights that new teachers may receive allowances ranging from 160,000 to 375,000 lei.

Lyceum in Chișinău tops 2026 Baccalaureate ranking with 9.36 average

The "Spiru Haret" Theoretical Lyceum in Chisinau achieved the highest overall average in this year's national baccalaureate exam – 9.36. In total, 129 lyceums in the Republic of Moldova recorded a 100% pass rate.

Moldovan factory with nearly 90 million lei in revenue produces 50-year-aged divin

Divin "Prezident", aged for 50 years, and a distillate from 1949 are among the treasures of the "Barza Albă" enterprise in Bălți. This company, recognized as part of the national cultural heritage of the Republic of Moldova, has achieved annual revenues of nearly 90 million lei.

Anenii Noi and Soroca join chemotherapy network, bringing cancer care closer to patients

More than 400 cancer patients from various districts have already benefited from nearly 600 chemotherapy treatments offered closer to home. As of August 3, the network is expanding. The district hospitals in Anenii Noi and Soroca will now serve as the newest medical facilities where eligible patients can receive cancer treatment without the need to travel to Chisinau.

Global Moldovans reunite in Chisinau as Diaspora Days 2026 begin

Moldova launched Diaspora Days 2026 on August 3 in Chișinău under the official theme "Wherever We Are, Moldova Unites Us." The month-long initiative opened at the National Library with an exhibition celebrating Moldovan authors living abroad.

Moldova fights hate speech as Roma Holocaust remembered

Hate speech against Roma is on the rise in Moldova, officials and civil society representatives warned during a roundtable commemorating the Roma Holocaust.

Moldova's reform agenda hinges on public administration overhaul

The newly formed Moldovan government under Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has launched an ambitious reform agenda. However, experts warn that its success depends entirely on reforming public administration, strengthening state institutions, and translating European Union support into concrete benefits for citizens.

Moldovan high schools hit record top grades in 2026 exams

A total of 129 theoretical lyceums achieved a 100% pass rate in the 2026 Moldovan National Baccalaureate examination. Official performance rankings show that 33 of these institutions recorded an overall graduate grade point average above 8.00.

Moldova routes Ukrainian electricity to Romania amid energy crisis

Moldova is stepping in to bolster Romania’s power grid as severe drought along the Danube River and emergency maintenance at the Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant trigger a regional supply deficit.

Australia warns of wider H5N1 spread after wild bird deaths

Australian authorities warned on August 3 of a potential wider spread of H5N1 bird flu following the discovery of the country's first mass wild bird mortality event. Wildlife officers found around 50 dead seabirds along the coast south of Adelaide.

Diesel surges in Moldova as energy alert limits fuel reserves

Moldovan drivers face higher fuel costs starting August 4, as diesel prices move closer to record highs while gasoline registers a minor decline.

Moldovan capital enacts emergency water plan amid Nistru drought

The Valentin Ignatenco Municipal Children’s Hospital and 108 preschools operating this August in Chișinău have secured drinking and utility water reserves. Municipal authorities confirmed the stockpiles following comprehensive site inspections.