On January 31, 2026, a group of activists affiliated with Stop Usje staged a blockade on a street directly in front of the MJSPP Initiative Stop Usje. This action highlighted the consistently high levels of air pollution within Skopje, the capital city. The protesters marched, carrying the slogan “Stop for Usje,” a direct appeal to the relevant authorities regarding the plant’s impact.
The cement factory, situated in the urban core of Skopje, has been a source of concern for decades. The activists argued that the situation demanded immediate attention and a lasting resolution. They were demanding that the responsible organizations take decisive action to address the persistent air quality issues.
Robert ATANASOVSKI’s photograph, taken for AFP, is an archive image released on March 12, 2026, at 2:19 PM. The demonstration gained traction through social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, Email, Viber, and Print. The activists emphasized that the situation represented a critical juncture for Titan Usje, requiring them to finally implement a comprehensive strategy to mitigate the detrimental effects of their operations.
Their goal was to stop the ongoing pollution originating from the Usje facility.
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