News from North Macedonia

The latest news on politics, the economy, institutions and daily life across North Macedonia, ordered from newest to oldest.

Macedonia

Brvenica votes for a new mayor after Jovica Ilievski’s sudden death

Six candidates pledge infrastructure, social services and cross‑community outreach in a municipality where Albanians are 54.06% and Macedonians 45.38%.

15 October 2026

Macedonia

SEC: warranty expired for fingerprint devices — temporary fix for Brvenica

SEC says German engineers updated the necessary terminals for Brvenica; a market survey and final expert analysis will determine whether to buy software only or replace hardware.

15 October 2026

Macedonia

Levica: We accept talks with EU institutions, not bilateral negotiations with Bulgaria

The party says it supports negotiations with EU institutions but opposes bilateral talks with Bulgaria as a precondition for accession.

15 October 2026

Macedonia

Janevska: Top students with honours will receive hiring priority at university faculties

The minister linked the change to a package of three draft laws in parliament and highlighted increased science funding and international cooperation.

15 October 2026

Macedonia

St. Erasmus hospital in Ohrid nears completion of long-delayed wing

Final construction phase of the St. Erasmus hospital wing is under way with financing closed, but shortages of nurses and instrument technicians could limit the benefit.

15 October 2026

Macedonia

Parties split after Mickoski invites opposition into EU dialogue talks with Bulgaria

Opposition responses ranged from outright refusal to calls for detailed review of the prime minister’s invitation to join talks on EU-related dialogue with Bulgaria.

15 October 2026