North population estimate reaches 825,000
The population in the north could be as high as 825,000, according to calculations based on domestic waste production by the ‘mayor’ of Kyrenia, Murat Senkul.
Murat Senkul
Turkish Cypriot politicians hail Turkish election results
Fact: The opposition party CHP secured an unprecedented victory in Turkey’s local elections, trouncing President Erdogan’s AK Party.
Renovations begin at Kyrenia promenade
Renovation works have started on Kyrenia’s sea promenade, as announced by the town’s mayor Murat Senkul. The renovation aims to transform the area into a special public space. The project began as renovations to the town’s old harbour are nearing completion, though some issues remain unresolved, such as the placement of restaurant tables and chairs. Deputy parliament speaker Fazilet Ozdenefe highlighted ongoing problems, including incomplete arrangements for sunshades and parasols, confusion about the project’s final version, and safety risks due to unaddressed rotten wood on the pier. A young man survived a fall caused by the rotten wood without injury. Additionally, a plan to display old rail tracks under glass has been compromised by condensation, obstructing visibility.