News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyMarina Neophytou elected first female rector of University of Cyprus
Marina Neophytou won 214 votes in the fourth round of voting on Wednesday to become the University of Cyprus’s first female rector.
SocietyCyprus water infrastructure projects to exceed €200 million by 2030
Agriculture Minister Christos Senekis outlined water infrastructure investment, additional irrigation supplies and financial support for farmers facing prolonged…
SocietyTeachers to proceed with protest over appointment reforms
Teachers will protest outside the presidential palace on Thursday over revised appointment reforms, which Education Minister Athena Michaelidou…
SocietyHealth ministry blood donation drive draws strong participation
A voluntary blood donation drive at the health ministry drew strong participation from employees and cooperating organisations, the…
SocietyHealth ministry outlines flu, Covid-19 and RSV vaccination plan for 2026-2027
The health ministry is offering free seasonal vaccines, encouraging vulnerable and high-risk individuals to get vaccinated for autumn…
SocietyCyprus records EU’s lowest rates for meal unaffordability and housing cost overburden
Eurostat data for 2025 show Cyprus had the EU’s lowest rates of inability to afford a meal every…
SocietyCancer becomes leading cause of death in Cyprus for first time in 30 years
Data presented at a public health conference showed cancer has overtaken cardiovascular disease as Cyprus’s leading cause of…
SocietyUN report finds 67% of child arrivals in Europe were unaccompanied or separated in 2025
UN agencies recorded more than 20,000 unaccompanied or separated children arriving in Europe in 2025, as safe migration…
SocietyThree Paphos district municipalities receive Green City of Cyprus titles
Paphos, Ierokipia and Polis Chrysochous were recognised at the Cyprus Environmental Awards 2025 for sustainability and environmental protection…
SocietyUniversity of Cyprus holds elections for rector and vice-rectors
Five candidates are contesting the University of Cyprus rector election, with results expected on Wednesday at 1.30pm and…
SocietyEnvironmental federation calls for assessment and public debate on new Akrotiri antennas
Opok says new antennas at the British bases in Akrotiri require a full environmental assessment and public debate…