Moldova’s sole prosthetic hub battles staff shortages

For many Moldovans living with amputations, the path to recovery runs through a single specialised facility in Chișinău. The Republican Experimental Centre for Prosthetics, Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation (CREPOR) is the only institution in the country providing free prosthetic limbs and orthopaedic footwear to veterans and the disabled.

Police sanction paid protesters at Council of Europe social rights summit in Chisinau

Law enforcement authorities sanctioned several individuals on Thursday, March 19, following a "paid-for" protest organized near the Palace of the Republic. The demonstration coincided with a high-level conference on the European Social Charter, attended by 50 delegations from Council of Europe member states.

Water supply restored in Northern Moldova following Dniester contamination; authorities issue strict safety warning

Water services have been restored across Northern Moldova as of Thursday, March 19, following a multi-day suspension triggered by hydrocarbon contamination risks in the Dniester River.

Russian drone strikes on Ukraine spark Dniester River oil crisis

A major pollution crisis on the Dniester River has tested Moldova’s emergency response after Russian drone strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure caused a massive oil spill.

Moldovan courts sentence fraudsters in logistics and high-stakes romance scams

The Chisinau Municipality Prosecutor's Office has secured convictions against two men involved in distinct fraud schemes. The cases involve logistics theft and a complex "romance scam" that led to the financial ruin of a foreign national.

Moldova energy ministry to host major career fair at MoldEnergy Expo 2026

The Moldovan Ministry of Energy is set to launch a specialized career fair during the upcoming MoldEnergy Expo, scheduled for April 2–4. This strategic initiative aims to strengthen the nation’s energy sector by connecting top-tier talent with leading state and private utilities.

Moldovan authorities dismantle €8.8 million money laundering scheme after 55 raids

Moldovan authorities have detained two individuals following 55 coordinated raids conducted across the country on March 18. The operation targeted a large-scale money laundering scheme estimated at over 173 million MDL (approx. €8.8 million).

Moldova installs advanced carbon filtration at Cosăuți to restore water supply following Nistru River pollution

The Ministry of Environment has initiated the urgent installation of a Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) filtration system at the Cosăuți water treatment plant. This move aims to restore safe drinking water to northern regions following a major pollution incident on the Dniester River.

Northern Moldova water crisis: Authorities consider restoring supply amid Dniester river pollution

Authorities in the Republic of Moldova are evaluating the resumption of drinking water supplies in the northern regions following positive indicators from recent Dniester River samples. If these results are confirmed within the next 48 hours, domestic water services may be restored to thousands of residents.

Moldova doubles state support for Roma students as President Sandu calls for dignity over pity

The number of Roma students receiving government scholarships in Moldova has doubled compared to last year. Starting this autumn, 110 young people are receiving monthly stipends of €61 (approx. 1,200 MDL) to support their higher education.

Moldova seeks hybrid defense solutions as radars struggle with low-altitude drone threats

The Republic of Moldova remains critically vulnerable to drone incursions despite recent investments in Western technology. Military expert Artur Leșcu warns that current monitoring systems are not optimized to detect small, low-altitude objects, leaving the national airspace exposed to the ongoing "drone war" along the Ukrainian border.

Moldova to build first motorway segment and Prut River bridges with Romania

Romania and Moldova are accelerating the integration of their road networks, marking a historic shift toward European infrastructure standards. Irinel Ionel Scrioșteanu, Secretary of State at the Romanian Ministry of Transport, confirmed that the first new bridge at Ungheni is on track for completion this year.