Moldova's Government approves new heating costs allocation methodology

The Moldovan government has approved a new methodology for allocating heating costs between residents of apartment buildings. The new methodology, which is expected to be implemented in the 2023-2024 heating season, takes into account the specific characteristics of each building and apartment, making the payment more individualised.

Mechanisms for improving energy efficiency, discussed by Minister Victor Parlicov with IMF representatives

The program of vouchers for household appliances, supported by the EU, through UNDP Moldova, would be supported from next year and from the state budget of the country. This was discussed by the Minister of Energy Victor Parlicov with the experts of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission.

More than 500 hectares of dry vegetation was burnt this weekend

About 540 hectares of dry vegetation burned this weekend. According to the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU), firefighters intervened in 45 cases of extinguishing fires.

First "National Ambulance Day" is marked in the Republic of Moldova

Today, in the Republic of Moldova, first "National Ambulance Day" is marked, after the Government approved its establishment in order to increase the degree of responsibility of citizens, both for protecting their own lives and those around them.

Workshops, round tables, thematic debates. First edition of the Caravan of Democratic Citizenship

The week of the Democratic Citizenship Caravan took place in Chisinau and in four other cities in the Republic of Moldova between September 25-30. The event gathered workshops, round tables, thematic debates with the participation of experts in the field of civic education. We learn more details about the event from Sergiu Musteață, PhD.

Free mentoring program for young people

A series of programs are implemented at the local, regional or national level in the Republic of Moldova. Through these programs, young people in particular have the opportunity to learn more information directly from the source. This morning we will discuss the mentoring program - MentorMe. What are the program's services and how young people can benefit, we find out from our guests.

LIVE Republic of Moldova, in mourning. The writer Ion Druta’s funerals today

Today is the day of national mourning in the Republic of Moldova, in connection with the death of the prose writer, playwright and essayist Ion Druță. On this day, in all localities in the country, as well as in the diplomatic and consular missions of the Republic of Moldova abroad, the State Flag of the Republic of Moldova is flown.

Meteorologists warn about exceptional fire danger for the next two weeks

Meteorologists have issued a yellow code that is valid from October 1-15. According to the State Hydrometeorological Service, there will be an exceptional fire hazard (class V) on extended areas.

The number of elderly people in the Republic of Moldova is increasing. Maia Sandu: "We will continue to work for more inclusion"

At the beginning of 2023, almost 600 thousand people aged 60 and over lived in the Republic of Moldova, which constitutes 23.8% of the total population with usual residence. Among them, about 360 thousand were women, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

On October 2, the Republic of Moldova marks the first "National Ambulance Day"

On October 2, the "National Ambulance Day" will be marked in the Republic of Moldova for the first time. The decision to establish a new day was recently approved by the Government and aims to increase the degree of responsibility of citizens, both to protect their own lives and of those around them.

Nocturna Bibliotecilor celebrates 14th edition

"Library-sound-image-colour" is the theme of the Nocturna Bibliotecilor (Library Night), a new, creative approach to the evening activities of libraries. The book and reading promotion campaign was held simultaneously in Romania and Moldova, as part of a partnership between the National Associations of Librarians from both countries.

Moldova's prison system has a shortage of 55 medical staff

Even though the state, with the support of external partners, is making significant efforts to ensure that prisoners have better conditions and quality medical care, another problem is the shortage of medical staff. Currently, the National Administration of Penitentiaries needs 55 medical workers.