Paphos hosts Pafos 2.0 innovation competition for youth

On November 3, 2026, the Municipality of Paphos held an awards ceremony for the "Pafos 2.0 – Youth Designing the Next Version of the City" innovation competition. The event took place at the Paphos Municipal Hall to celebrate the creative contributions of students who proposed solutions for urban development through the use of artificial intelligence and new technologies.

The ceremony was attended by Acting Mayor Angelos Onisiforou, President of the Municipal Youth Council Antonis Christodoulou, and President of the Sports and Youth Committee Anthi Leonidou Stroppou. Organized by the Paphos Municipal Youth Council, the competition was conducted as part of the Erasmus Days 2026 initiative. It received financial sponsorship from the Foundation for the Management of European Lifelong Learning Programs (IDEp).

The primary objective of the initiative was to empower students to address modern urban challenges by leveraging digital innovation. By utilizing artificial intelligence, participants developed original projects aimed at improving daily life and the overall quality of living within the city. This event highlights the city's commitment to integrating youth perspectives into future urban planning and development.