Openness Index 2026: Tetovo And The Challenges Of Municipal Transparency
Local government transparency is not measured solely by the number of published documents. It entails citizens receiving information in a timely manner, understanding how public funds are spent, and participating in decision-making. The 2026 Openness Index, prepared by the Metamorphosis Foundation and the Rural Coalition, provides a basis for examining these issues within the Municipality […]
Women in Local Decision-Making: How Much of a Voice Do They Have in the Municipality of Tetovo?
The new Tetovo Municipal Council includes 11 women out of a total of 31 councilors. However, research shows that the presence of women on electoral lists and in decision-making bodies does not automatically translate into equal influence on policymaking. When discussing women’s participation in local politics, the number of elected women is merely the starting […]