Marianna Kotova

Return of Abkhazian surnames: historical justice or a threat to national security?

Abkhazia

December 26, 2023

Ethnic Abkhazians with Georgian surnames and Georgian citizenship are not considered Abkhazians

Dancing, language, archery - "national hobbies" gaining popularity in Abkhazia

Abkhazia

November 20, 2023

"National hobbies" in Abkhazia

Abkhazia's entry into the Union State: a "diversionary maneuver" or a no alternative option?

Abkhazia

November 17, 2023

According to the charter of the Union State, only a country that is already a member of the UN can enter it

Rising cost of bread in Abkhazia: what is happening?

Abkhazia

August 09, 2023

In Abkhazia, the price of bread is regulated by the government as a strategically important product.

Lake Ritsa and its tourists

Abkhazia

July 04, 2023

How events in Russia affect the tourism business in Abkhazia, why guests and hosts are unhappy

Why they kill stray dogs in Abkhazia and what can be done about it

Abkhazia

May 02, 2023

Stray dogs in Abkhazia are a problem, but what can be done to solve it?

Is there a risk of escalation of the Georgian-Abkhazian? Survey in Abkhazia, video

Georgian-Abkhaz conflict

March 31, 2023

A video survey of Abkhazian sentiment on the future between their country, Georgia, Russia, and the West

Energy crisis in Abkhazia: the role of crypto-mining

Abkhazia

March 03, 2023

Crypto-mining in Abkhazia is considered one of the main causes of the energy crisis in Abkhazia

Buildings empty, people in line - on the housing crisis in Abkhazia

Abkhazia

January 25, 2023

The state program to provide housing for the poor and families with multiple children has existed in Abkhazia since 1993.

Dual citizenship in Abkhazia: not a luxury, but a means of transportation

Abkhazia

November 01, 2022

Having only an Abkhazian passport, it is impossible to travel abroad. But dual citizenship in Abkhazia - Abkhazian and Russian - is also not an option.

Tourist season in Abkhazia: reflections from owners

Abkhazia

October 11, 2022

Hoteliers and private owners reflect on changes in tourist demographics in the last season

War and peace: how Abkhazia adapts to international sanctions against Russia

Abkhazia

April 08, 2022

Impact of anti-Russian sanctions on Abkhazia - how the war and economic sanctions against the main economic partner of Abkhazia affected the lives of local residents

Abkhazia welcomes 2022: what do people expect from it and how will they remember their 2021?

Abkhazia

January 02, 2022

New Year stories from Abkhazia: JAMnews asked sommelier, curator of exhibitions, director, driver and pensioner how they’ll remember 2021 and what they expect from 2022

Five years since abortion ban: what Abkhazia really thinks about the law

Abkhazia

December 06, 2021

The consequences of the abortion ban in Abkhazia five years later: several public figures demand the amendment to be passed, allowing abortions for medical reasons

Is Georgian language banned in Abkhaz schools?

Georgian-Abkhaz conflict

November 05, 2021

Is Georgian language banned in Abkhazia's schools? A report from both sides of the conflict about how schoolchildren study in Gali, how the change of the language of instruction from Georgian to Russian affected them and their families

'Marshrutkas': mini-buses that dominate roads of Abkhazia

Abkhazia

August 28, 2021

'Marshrutka' mini-buses - Abkhazia's main public transport is far from offering a pleasant and safe traveling experience to its passengers

Vox-pop from Abkhazia: Is it appropriate to wear swimming suit and post pictures on social media?

Abkhazia

July 31, 2021

JAMnews spoke to people in Abkhazia and asked whether it is ok for a woman to wear a swimsuit and post pictures in it on social media

Who is to blame for the ongoing Covid-19 crisis in Abkhazia?

Abkhazia

July 26, 2021

Journalist Maiana Kotova explains why authorities are to blame for the increase in the number of Covid-19 cases in Abkhazia and why she refuses to participate in public fundraising for Covid hospitals

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