Ivanovskaya: A year after the tragedy in Kocan, little has progressed. Gazeta Express 03/04/2026 12:42
A year following the devastating event in Kocan, former Anti-Corruption Commission chairwoman, Biljana Ivanovska, strongly condemned the performance of governmental bodies. She highlighted the tragedy of March 16th as a critical warning concerning fundamental systemic flaws.
Speaking to “4TV,” Ivanovska asserted that prior assessments and evidence of wrongdoing were insufficiently tackled by the institutions. “The tragedy of March 16th in Kocan profoundly affected me. We conducted investigations, including an analysis of cafes in Skopje, revealing that inspections should have mandated closures, yet they remained open.
It’s evident that multiple influential entities were involved, facilitating the continued operation of these establishments. Previous reports indicated a need for stricter enforcement, but these concerns were not adequately resolved. The situation underscores a serious failure in oversight and accountability.
Ivanovska’s comments reflect a persistent frustration with the lack of tangible change following this significant event and the unresolved issues surrounding systemic corruption.
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