Moldova launches "Generation Alpha" series to combat teen bullying and exclusion

Moldova’s Ministry of Education and UNICEF have launched the country’s first socio-educational series, "Generation Alpha," aimed at addressing bullying and discrimination. The production premiered on April 3 in Chisinau and is set to air on the national public broadcaster.

Moldova warns of billions in Nistru River pollution damages following Russian attacks

Moldova’s Environment Minister, Gheorghe Hajder, warns that total damages from the Nistru River pollution could exceed several billion lei, with costs reaching over €100M (approx. 2B MDL). Although the primary leak has been plugged, secondary contamination continues to threaten the ecosystem.

Moldova targets 2,000 illegal landfills in major waste management overhaul

The Republic of Moldova continues to struggle with over 2,000 illegal landfills as a lack of infrastructure and adequate funding stalls waste management efforts. Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder recently identified systemic deficiencies and poor local governance as the primary drivers of this ecological crisis.

Moldova secures €7.9m for Dniester resilience amid regional war threats

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.

Over 5,000 applications in 3 days: record first-grade enrollment interest in Chișinău

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.

Romanian ID card blockage nearly resolved for Moldovan residents, Tomac

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.

Ecologist urges multi-year ban on eating the Nistru fish

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.

Legal EU jobs for Moldovans via new platform; Ambassador Morari: “Fair recruitment guaranteed”

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.”

Competition: Students 6–16 can become school sustainable energy ambassadors; awards in June

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.

VIDEO | Satoshi and Dara back national violence prevention 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.

EUPM upgrades CNA IT systems, boosting digital security for investigations and data protection

The National Anticorruption Center (CNA) will enhance its efforts to prevent and combat corruption, thanks to new IT equipment and resources donated by the European Union Partnership Mission to the Republic of Moldova (EUPM). This support has been made possible with financial assistance from the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Chisinau.

Shahed drone crosses Moldovan airspace at 3,000 m, Defense Ministry

On the morning of Friday, April 3, a Shahed drone flew illegally over the airspace of the Republic of Moldova. This information was confirmed by the Ministry of Defense, which announced that the aircraft was detected by the surveillance systems of the National Army.