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211. Cypriots struggle to keep up as food and energy prices climb

As prices continue to rise at the supermarket and electricity bills put pressure on family budgets, more people in Cyprus are finding it harder to make ends meet....

212. Pattihis Foundation donation supports vulnerable families at Easter

Vulnerable families across Cyprus will receive much-needed support this Easter thanks to a €3,000 donation from the Charalambos & Elena Pattihis Foundation to the Pancyprian Coordinating Council for Volunteering....

213. Mortgage rates dip in Cyprus, but we're still paying more than the rest of Europe

Mortgage interest rates in Cyprus dipped slightly in February, offering some relief to prospective homeowners, but don't pop the champagne just yet. Despite the modest cuts, borrowing in Cyprus remains noticeably more expensive than in the rest of the Eurozone....

214. Smart meters to help Cyprus households save on energy bills

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) is pressing ahead with its smart meter rollout, bringing even more households the ability to track and manage their electricity use. ...

215. Reduced VAT on electricity bills begins tomorrow

A reduction in VAT on electricity bills will take effect tomorrow, bringing relief to consumers, especially vulnerable households. The VAT on electricity will drop from 19% to 9%, meaning savings for many households across the island....

216. One in three Cypriot households struggling with rising costs

Cypriots are feeling the pinch in different ways, according to a new survey that highlights the divide in how people are coping with their household finances....

217. Cypriot official accuses Government of hindering solar power for fossil fuel interests

In a heated exchange over Cyprus' energy policies, Kyriacos Hadjiyiannis, the president of the House Energy Committee, has stirred controversy by suggesting that the government’s stance on solar energy might be driven by a hidden agenda....

218. Fury in parliament over solar energy cuts

A heated confrontation erupted in parliament between MPs and the Distribution System Operator (DSO) over restrictions on home-installed photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...

219. Nearly 1 in 5 households in Cyprus unable to keep homes warm

A recent European report has shed light on a concerning issue in Cyprus: nearly one in five households is struggling to keep their homes warm....

220. Grid limitations threaten Cyprus’ green energy boom

Cyprus’ green energy transition, once a major draw for investors, is now facing serious roadblocks as the national electricity grid struggles to handle more renewable energy projects. ...

221. President Christodoulides: ‘Together, we are changing Cyprus’

President Nicos Christodoulides reflected on his administration’s accomplishments during a televised sit-down with journalists, marking two years since he took office....

222. Solar power, minus the power as homeowners left in the dark

Citizens who installed photovoltaic (solar) systems in Cyprus are feeling left in the dark and frustrated as their green energy is continuously cut off, leaving them to rely on conventional electricity. ...

223. Cyprus banks hit record high profits despite ECB rate cuts

Despite the European Central Bank (ECB) preparing for its sixth interest rate cut since June 2023, bank profits in Cyprus have soared, marking two consecutive years of record earnings. ...

224. Cyprus tax reform: Bold overhaul aims to boost economy but sparks debate

Cyprus is preparing to implement its first major tax reform in over two decades, aiming to modernize the tax system, boost competitiveness, and align with international standards....

225. Cyprus tax reform: A win for families, a challenge for businesses

Cyprus is set to undergo its first major tax reform in over 20 years, with changes expected to align the system with the country’s evolving economic landscape....

226. Calls for action against energy poverty amid tragic deaths

Political parties are urging immediate action against energy poverty following a series of fatal fires caused by unsafe heating conditions....

227. Struggling families at risk of losing homes on government-granted land

Low-income households that received state-owned land to build their first homes now face the real threat of losing their properties to lenders, according to a damning report by the Audit Office of the Republic of Cyprus....

228. No relief in sight as electricity prices to remain high until 2027

Electricity prices in Cyprus are expected to remain elevated for the next two years, according to the chairman of the EAC....

229. New garbage tax could mean higher costs for citizens

Cypriot citizens may soon face higher waste disposal costs as a new bill proposes an additional municipal waste landfill tax, adding financial pressure on households already grappling with rising living expenses....

230. A week in Cyprus: Broken promises, electricity woes, and a Valentine’s Day summit?

The government keeps repeating the same promises, but according to DISY, that won’t be enough to convince the public. But why not? Repetition helps people absorb information, right? ...

231. New EU directive to shake up electricity pricing in Cyprus

232. Cyprus boosts desalination as drought threatens water supply

With Cyprus facing a second consecutive year of severe drought, authorities are implementing a new strategy to secure water supply while urging the public to cut waste....

233. Cyprus’ tax reform aiming for innovation, sustainability, and simplicity

A major tax reform is underway in Cyprus as part of the Tax Transformation Project, led by the Centre for Economic Research (CER) at the University of Cyprus. ...

234. Cyprus ended 2024 with a banking boom as loans and deposits surged

Cyprus closed out 2024 with a surge in banking activity, as both loans and deposits saw substantial increases, according to the latest data from the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). ...

235. Trump’s tariff plans could hurt Cyprus’ economy

The looming inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has stirred concern across the Eurozone, and Cyprus is no exception....

236. President's banking measures spark surge in first-home loans

President Nikos Christodoulides' efforts to support citizens through new banking measures are beginning to yield results. Meetings held in December with the CEOs of Cyprus’ two major banks, Bank of Cyprus (BoC) and Hellenic Bank (HB), appear to have sparked a tangible interest in first-home mortgage schemes....

237. Greece cracks down on Airbnb rentals

In a bold step to address its worsening housing crisis, Greece has introduced sweeping legislation to clamp down on short-term rentals listed on platforms like Airbnb. ...

238. Heated reactions over Cyprus' 'Pay As You Throw' waste management plan

Cyprus' Parliament saw strong reactions on Wednesday following Agriculture Minister Maria Panagiotou’s announcement regarding the ''Pay As I Throw'' (PAYT) waste management system....

239. Cyprus aims for cheaper electricity with competitive market by 2025

The government is ramping up efforts to bring down electricity costs for households and businesses by July 2025 through the introduction of a competitive electricity market, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou announced on Tuesday. ...

240. 2025: A new chapter for Cyprus’s property market

2024 was both literally and figuratively a leap year. Metaphorically speaking, we anticipated this shift a year ago as we reflected on 2023 and made our predictions for the year ahead....