26/07/2025
These past days have been heartbreaking for Cyprus.
Massive wildfires have swept through our countryside, destroying forests, homes, farmland, and ecosystems. Most tragically, human lives have been lost. Our hearts go out to the families and communities affected by this disaster.
But even in the darkest moments, light can emerge.
That light is found in the spirit and achievements of our young people — and today, it comes from 17-year-old pianist Anna Avraamidou, who has made us all proud by winning first prize in Thomas & Evon Cooper International Competition!
Anna is not only an exceptional artist, but a symbol of hope for Cyprus — proof that despite the pain and destruction, the future holds brilliance, talent, and resilience.
See her performance at 1:29:00
and the award ceremony at 2:31:35