Road accidents continue to leave a bloody toll on Albania’s roads every day, causing hundreds of injuries and loss of life.

In its latest report, INSTAT said that 679 road accidents were recorded during the first six months of this year. A total of 952 people were injured in these accidents, some of whom lost their lives.

According to statistical experts, the number of accidents increased by 6.8% compared with the same period last year.

June had the highest number of accidents, with 132 cases recorded and 186 people killed or injured. In June 2025, 107 accidents were recorded, involving 140 casualties.

INSTAT data show that driver behavior caused 93.9% of the accidents that occurred in June. Drivers aged 35-44 accounted for the largest share of recorded cases, making up 28% of the total.

During the first half of the year, Tirana ranked first nationwide, with 277 accidents and 345 people killed or injured. It was followed by Lezha, where 74 accidents occurred, and Vlora with 67 cases.

One-quarter of the accidents were recorded between 19:00 and 24:00. Tuesday had the highest number of cases, accounting for 18.9% of the total, while the lowest incidence was recorded on Thursday, at 7.6%.

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For final-year high school students, the deadline has been set for June 4, 2027, in order to free up space for the State Matura exams. These will be held from June 7 to 28.

As for holidays during the year, all students will have a winter break from December 24, 2026, to January 4, 2027. Additionally, basic education cycle students will also enjoy a spring break from March 29 to April 2, 2027.

The official document, already published in the Official Gazette, specifies that the national exams for basic education will be held between June 21 and 30, 2027.

For vocational education branches, the start dates of courses and final assessments have also been clearly defined. Most institutions at this level will begin classes on September 14 as well, although some specialized post-secondary programs may delay the start until the third week of October.

Final exams for various professional qualifications are scheduled to take place during May and June. The Professional Matura coincides with the State Matura on the same dates, from June 7 to 28, 2027.

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