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Christodoulides ‘hopes for something positive’ ahead of Erhurman meeting

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday that he hopes for positive developments from his meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman. Speaking ahead of the meeting in Nicosia, Christodoulides rejected suggestions that the encounter would be routine or without substance, insisting it should not be underestimated. “It is not a formal meeting,” he said, adding […]

06.04.2026 15:26

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Paphos health upgrades ‘part of broader push for equal access’

The government’s broader strategy for healthcare and equality for all was outlined by President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday as he inaugurated new and upgraded facilities at Paphos general hospital. Speaking at the official opening of the accident and emergency department (A&E), short-stay ward and infectious diseases unit, Christodoulides said the projects mark “another important and […]

06.04.2026 15:08

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Banks in Cyprus to close for three days during Easter period

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) announced on Monday that all local banking institutions will be closed for a three-day period to observe the Orthodox Easter holidays. The scheduled closures are set to begin later this week as part of the annual bank holiday calendar. According to the official notification, the first day of the […]

06.04.2026 15:03

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Online learning rises across EU, but Cyprus remains among lowest users

Online education continued to grow across the European Union in 2025, but Cyprus remained among the bloc’s lowest users of digital learning tools, according to Eurostat. Only 21 percent of internet users in Cyprus said they had taken an online course or used online learning materials during the year, well below the EU average of […]

06.04.2026 15:00

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Eurobank repurchases 1.17 million shares for €3.9 million

Eurobank S.A. on Monday announced that it successfully repurchased a total of 1,172,125 of its own shares as part of its ongoing share buyback programme. According to the announcement, the transactions took place between March 30, 2026, and April 2, 2026, following a series of regulatory approvals and shareholder resolutions. This specific initiative was originally […]

06.04.2026 15:00

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Cyprus deposit rates remain among lowest in eurozone

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Monday released its latest interest rate statistics for February 2026, showing declines in both deposit and lending rates alongside an increase in new loan activity. It also reported that deposit rates in Cyprus remain among the lowest in the eurozone, primarily due to significant excess liquidity in the […]

06.04.2026 14:48

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‘Sandy’ refutes allegations as Clerides submits USB witness material to police

Lawyer Nikos Clerides announced on Monday that he will deliver a USB containing messages and related material attributed to a key witness known as ‘Sandy’ to the police, as investigations continue into allegations made public in recent days by journalist Makarios Drousiotis. Speaking to Alpha TV, Clerides said the material, which includes a large volume […]

06.04.2026 14:46

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Animal Party joins Ecologists’ ballot for parliamentary elections

The Animal Party and the Ecologist’s movement on Monday announced that they would collaborate for the May parliamentary elections and stand on the same ballot. “We are united by respect for animals, the protection of the environment, and the need for a policy that truly serves people, animals and nature, based on one health and […]

06.04.2026 14:35

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New Cancer Institute ‘significant institutional development’

The creation of a national cancer institute is a “significant institutional development” strengthening the oncological care in Cyprus, the Pancyprian Association of Cancer Patients and Friends (Pasykaf) said on Monday. “The success of the new institution will depend to a significant extent on its connection to frontline services, the community and the real needs of […]

06.04.2026 14:19

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INXY raises $7m to expand global payments platform

INXY, an EU-authorised payment platform with a presence in Cyprus, announced on Monday that it has raised $7 million in total seed funding to scale its cross-border payment infrastructure. The latest funding round brought in $4 million led by Flashpoint, following an earlier $3 million raise in 2025. The company said the new capital will […]

06.04.2026 14:00

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Cyprus jobless numbers rise in March — tourism and technical sectors key drivers

The total number of registered unemployed persons in Cyprus reached 11,243 at the end of March, according to a report released on Monday by the state statistical service (Cystat). This figure represents the individuals officially listed at the District Labour Offices across the country. When examining the seasonally adjusted data that reflect the broader trend […]

06.04.2026 13:44

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Artemis crew reaches moon, approaches record-breaking distance from Earth

The four astronauts of NASA’s Artemis II mission entered the moon’s gravitational sphere of influence early Monday morning as they cruised along a path that will soon take them over the shadowed, lunar far side to become the farthest-flying humans in history. The Artemis II crew, flying in their Orion capsule since launching from Florida […]

06.04.2026 13:42

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How well do you know Jesus of Nazareth?

If you grew up in Cyprus, there is a very good chance that Jesus of Nazareth was not just a TV series to you. It was an annual event. A sacred broadcast. A televised rite of passage. Franco Zeffirelli’s 1977 British-Italian epic about the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ has been airing on […]

06.04.2026 13:30

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Cyprus construction prices maintain upward trend

The Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Monday reported that the Index of Production in Construction surged by 9 per cent during the fourth quarter of 2025, when compared to the same period of the previous year. This significant increase brought the production index to a total of 135.02 units, based on the 2021 benchmark of […]

06.04.2026 13:27

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus drops to 62nd in 2026 World Happiness Report

Cyprus ranks 62nd out of 147 countries in the 2026 World Happiness Report, continuing a steady slide in the annual index. The island has fallen from 39th place in 2019 to 43rd in 2023 and 50th in 2024. The report — produced by Oxford University’s Wellbeing Research Centre with Gallup and the United Nations — […]

06.04.2026 13:15

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Greek frigate Elli departs for Cyprus

The Greek navy frigate Elli has departed from the Salamis naval base bound for Cyprus, according to Greek Navy sources, in a move linked to ongoing regional security cooperation in the eastern Mediterranean. The Elli, an S-type frigate, left earlier on Monday morning. There has been no official announcement regarding whether it will replace the […]

06.04.2026 13:09

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Cyprus lawmakers push ahead with small business bank account reform

The House plenum on Monday rejected the president’s referral of a law on small business bank accounts, reaffirming its support for the legislation previously approved. The referral was voted down by 22 votes against 20, with parliament calling on president Nikos Christodoulides to proceed with signing the law. The approved legislation regulates fees imposed on […]

06.04.2026 13:02

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45-year-old arrested in Nicosia burglary investigation

Police arrested a 45-year-old man early on Monday morning during an investigation into a possible burglary in Nicosia. According to the police, officers were alerted at around 1am about a potential break-in at a residence.  With the assistance of the property manager, they entered the house and located the man in one of the rooms. […]

06.04.2026 13:01

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Forestry department urges public caution over Easter bonfires and fire risk

The forestry department on Monday called for a responsible approach to protecting the natural environment over the Easter period. In a statement, the department warned that recent years have seen an increase in illegal tree cutting for use in traditional lambradjia (Easter bonfires). It stressed that the felling of any forest or tree is only […]

06.04.2026 12:58

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Lakatamia to get 18 new affordable homes

The Cyprus Land Development Corporation (Koag) has signed contracts with B.K.V Exelixis General Constructions Ltd for the construction of the “Alexandra” residential development in Lakatamia, marking the launch of another project aimed at boosting affordable housing. The agreement represents a significant step towards strengthening affordable housing through modern and high-quality developments, in line with Koag’s […]

06.04.2026 12:39

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Dam levels improve but water caution urged

Despite a 33.9 per cent increase in dam capacity, authorities are urging the public to use water cautiously, water development department (WDD) chief technical engineer Marios Hadjicostis said on Monday. “We are in a much better position than last year, but not in a position to be carefree in the coming years,” he said. According […]

06.04.2026 12:29

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Airtrans Aviation appointed Cargo GSA for Royal Jordanian in Cyprus

Airtrans Aviation, a subsidiary of Airtrans Group, has been appointed as the Cargo General Sales Agent (GSA) for Royal Jordanian in Cyprus, further strengthening its position as a leading air cargo representative. The appointment builds on the long-standing relationship between Airtrans and Royal Jordanian and will enable Airtrans to offer enhanced airfreight solutions from Cyprus […]

06.04.2026 12:16

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Altamira Open House, Live Bidding event at Majestic Gardens to see prices start at €45K

Spring marks the arrival of Altamira Real Estate’s first Open Day event for 2026. This time, the new Open Day and Live Bidding event will take place at Majestic Gardens in Tersefanou, featuring 29 newly renovated apartments with prices starting from €45,000. The Open Day will be held over April 20-23, 2026, from 9am to […]

06.04.2026 12:08

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Cyprus construction sector seeks closer government coordination

The Cyprus construction industry moved towards closer coordination with the government following a broad working meeting organised in Paphos by the Federation of Building Contractors Associations of Cyprus (Oseok) in the presence of transport minister Alexis Vafeades. During the discussions, participants highlighted a range of critical issues affecting the sector, covering both institutional and operational […]

06.04.2026 12:08

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