İzmir Metropolitan Municipality

Corruption investigations in Turkish municipalities

10 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Bakırköy Municipality corruption probe leads to 68 detention orders

Corruption and embezzlement investigations have expanded across multiple Turkish municipalities. In Eskişehir, an indictment involves 22 suspects regarding the Tepebaşı Municipality, alleging irregularities in 197 direct

Turkey Republic Day celebrations

5 clusters · 88 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey celebrates 103rd anniversary of Republic Day

Preparations and celebrations continue across Turkey for the 103rd anniversary of the Republic. Regional festivities include official ceremonies, torchlight processions, and cultural performances. In Antalya, a torchligh

Turkish agricultural spending and rural development rollout

13 clusters · 60 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Düzce implements agricultural and culinary support projects

In the first half of 2026, the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry allocated significant funding toward agricultural support and consumer protection. Out of an annual support budget of 167.6 billion lira, 106 bi

Turkish road and infrastructure development

101 clusters · 203 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities implement infrastructure and disaster resilience projects

Turkish municipalities and national agencies continue extensive road infrastructure, maintenance, and modernization projects across various provinces. These efforts include large-scale asphalt resurfacing, the constructi

Turkey 2026 exam and university placement cycle

101 clusters · 267 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkish families participate in KPSS secondary education exam together

The 2026 Turkish academic and examination cycle continues to evolve with updates to the Public Personnel Selection Exam (KPSS) series. Legal challenges regarding the Harran University Osmanbey Campus irregularities in Şa

Turkey's expanding cultural and gastronomy festival season

31 clusters · 135 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: İzmir Culture Route Festival begins with 303 events

The cultural and gastronomy festival season in Turkey continues to expand, with new programming focusing on regional heritage and tourism development. In September, the festival landscape included the 95th Izmir Internat

Turkish and Cypriot breast cancer awareness initiatives

17 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkish medical institutions hold symposiums on breast cancer screening and multidisciplinary approaches

Public health services in Turkey continue to prioritize preventative care and specialized medical treatments through regional centers. KETEM facilities provide free screenings for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers

Elderly education and health initiatives in Turkey

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Third Age University programs launch for seniors in Turkey

Municipalities and academic institutions in Turkey are expanding programs focused on lifelong learning and healthy aging for senior citizens. In İzmir, the municipalities of Bornova and Güzelbahçe have launched new acad

Turkish student living and transportation costs

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkey transportation costs spark debate over student discounts

New administrative and economic developments have impacted student living conditions in Turkey. The Ministry of Youth and Sports introduced updated regulations for state dormitories, establishing a new formula for calcul

Turkey municipal youth sports and community education

20 clusters · 112 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Educational programs launch in Kayseri and Bursa

Turkish municipalities continue to expand social, educational, and athletic initiatives. In Malatya, the Metropolitan Municipality is organizing a sports summit to discuss strategic developments and youth social developm

Textile and fashion trade fairs in Turkey

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Fashion Prime Fair showcases future trends and young designers in Izmir

The Fashion Prime Fair, the 9th Textile, Ready-to-Wear Suppliers and Technologies Fair, opened in İzmir on October 21. Organized by İZFAŞ and hosted by the İzmir Metropolitan Municipality, the event connects bridal and e

Ankara drug and prostitution investigation

2 clusters · 47 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Ankara teacher arrested in drug and prostitution investigation

Authorities in Ankara are conducting an investigation into drug trafficking and prostitution involving various individuals and entertainment venues. In late September, businessman Atilla Yıldırım was arrested following

Cemil Tugay joins AK Parti amid İzmir council deadlock

8 clusters · 118 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: İzmir Mayor Cemil Tugay discusses political shifts and service plans

İzmir Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Cemil Tugay has officially joined the AK Parti following his resignation from the Republican People's Party (CHP). During a meeting in Ankara, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan presente

Turkish city theatre seasons launch

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality City Theatres announces October program

Turkish city theatres have begun launching their new artistic seasons. In İzmir, the İzmir City Theatres premiered “Hepimizin Öyküsü Aynı” (Our Story is the Same), a production adapted from the “Women’s Plays” by Franca

Mersin student support and development initiatives

4 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Mersin Metropolitan Municipality operates 17 student reading rooms

Mersin Metropolitan Municipality has implemented various initiatives to support university students through professional development and social welfare services. Initial efforts focused on fostering collaboration between

Municipal cultural and infrastructure projects in Turkey

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Local infrastructure projects underway in Kemer and Izmir

Local municipalities in Turkey are undertaking various cultural and infrastructure initiatives. In Kemer, a delegation from Fethiye Municipality visited the Kemer Municipality Culture House to study its operations and hi

Public safety and disaster preparedness in Turkey

14 clusters · 55 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Kayseri Fire Department conducts emergency training for TPAO

Turkish regional authorities continue conducting safety inspections, training exercises, and disaster preparedness initiatives. Previous efforts included law enforcement inspections in Eskişehir and Hatay, K-9 debris tra

Turkish municipal infrastructure and urban renewal projects

21 clusters · 154 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities advance road and parking infrastructure projects

Turkish municipalities continue to implement extensive infrastructure, transportation, and urban renewal projects, with an increasing focus on water management, resource security, and flood prevention. Water and waste m

Turkish judicial rulings on family and labor law

2 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Yargıtay issues landmark rulings on divorce assets and labor law

The Turkish Court of Cassation (Yargıtay) has issued several landmark rulings affecting family and labor law. In a decision regarding divorce proceedings, the 12th Civil Chamber ruled that claims for jewelry (ziynet) ass

Turkish political and local administrative outreach

10 clusters · 38 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Japanese Ambassador Masami Tamura visits Trabzon Mayor Ahmet Metin Genç

Turkish political figures and local administrators continue to engage in regional and international outreach to address community needs, local development, and political processes. In Trabzon, Metropolitan Municipality M

LOGISTECH International Logistics Fair in Izmir

5 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Arkas Holding showcases logistics developments at LOGISTECH 2026

The 5th LOGISTECH International Logistics, Storage, and Technologies Fair took place at Fuar İzmir from October 7 to October 9, 2026. Organized by İZFAŞ in cooperation with the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality, the event

Turkish municipal social, educational, and relief efforts

17 clusters · 84 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Turkish local officials conduct school visits to support students

Turkish municipalities and regional authorities continue to implement diverse social welfare, educational, and specialized support programs. Recent efforts have focused on measurable outcomes in exam preparation and regi

Turkish municipal public health initiatives

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: İzmir Metropolitan Municipality opens applications for Health Volunteers Project

Municipalities in Turkey have implemented various public health programs to improve community well-being and access to medical services. Muğla Metropolitan Municipality launched the ‘Sağlık için Sahadayız’ (We are in th

Turkish municipal stray animal welfare initiatives

3 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities launch new stray animal welfare facilities

Turkish municipalities continue to implement various initiatives to improve the welfare and medical care of stray animals through mobile services and large-scale infrastructure projects. In Bursa, the Yıldırım Municipal

Düzce Municipality urban infrastructure renewal

2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities launch widespread infrastructure and road renewal projects

Düzce Municipality is conducting extensive urban infrastructure renewal projects. The municipality first completed 41 kilometers of new water pipeline as part of a 45 million Euro project to replace aging systems and red

Agricultural support for olive producers in İzmir

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: İzmir Municipality provides agricultural support to 391 olive producers

The İzmir Metropolitan Municipality has launched an initiative to support 391 olive producers in the Kemalpaşa district. The program aims to mitigate rising input costs and protect crop quality and yield. To support the

APİKAM educational programs in İzmir

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities launch new educational support and workshops

The Ahmet Piriştina City Archive and Museum (APİKAM), under the İzmir Metropolitan Municipality, is expanding its educational offerings through various training programs. In late 2026, the museum announced basic-level O

İZSU infrastructure and service updates in İzmir

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: İZSU initiates infrastructure maintenance and wastewater plant expansion in İzmir

The İzmir Water and Sewerage Administration (İZSU) has implemented several digital and physical infrastructure updates. Initially, the organization launched a renewed mobile application designed to improve service access

Turkish municipal climate change initiatives

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities launch new climate change mitigation initiatives

İzmir Metropolitan Municipality joined the “Implementation of the Climate Agenda in Metropolitan Areas (CLI-MET)” project, an Erasmus+ supported initiative led by the University of Palermo. The project aims to strengthen

ESHOT public transport operational updates in İzmir

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: ESHOT implements AI to improve driver safety and efficiency

ESHOT, the public transport provider for İzmir, has implemented several operational and technological updates. In September 2026, the agency announced temporary route changes for the 316 No’lu Beşyol – Evka 3 Metro line