News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCystat: 17.1% of Cyprus population at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025
Nicosia, Cyprus. About 167,000 people in Cyprus remained at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025, according to the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Cystat said the at-risk rate stood at 17.1 per cent…
SocietyCyprus environmental groups criticise Akamas park management over alleged inaction and non-compliance
Nicosia, Cyprus. Environmental organisations intensified criticism on Monday over the management of the Akamas peninsula, accusing the forestry…
SocietyYellow warning issued for isolated storms with possible hail on Monday
Nicosia, Cyprus. A yellow warning has been issued for isolated storms on Monday, possibly accompanied by hail. The…
SocietyCyprus reservoirs gain 2 million cubic metres from rain but reserves remain far below last year
Nicosia, Cyprus. Recent rainfall has added more than two million cubic metres of water to Cyprus’ reservoirs, providing…
SocietyRain causes hazardous driving conditions on Limassol-Paphos highway near Paramali
Paramali, Cyprus. Rainy weather has caused water accumulation, slippery road surfaces and limited visibility on the Limassol-Paphos highway…
SocietyCloudy, rainy start to week with thunderstorms, hail and mountain snow forecast in Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cloudy and rainy conditions are forecast for Monday, with isolated afternoon thunderstorms bringing hail and possible…
SocietyCyprus authorities urge strict measures as foot-and-mouth disease strain identified as SAT1
Larnaca, Cyprus. Authorities say they are cautiously confident foot-and-mouth disease can be contained, while stressing that strict adherence…
SocietyFuneral held for Cypriot chef Andreas Mavrommatis in Agios Ioannis Pitsilias
Agios Ioannis Pitsilias, Cyprus. The funeral of acclaimed Cypriot chef Andreas Mavrommatis took place on Sunday, attended by…
SocietyCyprus bill to allow controlled recruitment of non-EU nurses put on hold after committee deadlock
Nicosia, Cyprus. Legislation aimed at allowing the controlled recruitment of nurses from third countries has been placed on…
SocietyKyperounta Sanatorium commemorated as minister honors tuberculosis patients in Cyprus
Kyperounta, Cyprus. Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides attended a commemorative ceremony on Sunday honoring tuberculosis patients who were treated…
SocietyCross-border civil protection workshops set for April 2-3 in Skarinou under ACT4ALL project
Skarinou, Cyprus. Cross-border civil protection workshops will take place on April 2 and 3 in Skarinou to strengthen…