Residential developments at The Ellinikon continue to attract strong international interest, with buyers coming from more than 110 countries. According to the latest update from Lamda Development, the buyer mix currently stands at 55% Greek purchasers and 45% international investors, of whom 22% are members of the Greek diaspora, according to protothema.gr

A significant share of overseas demand is driven by Greeks living abroad, particularly in the United States and Australia. Lamda Development notes that its international roadshows, along with targeted promotional campaigns, have played a key role in boosting the project’s visibility across global residential and investment markets.

As part of these efforts, Lamda recently presented The Ellinikon and its latest investment opportunities at Property Congress 2025, Australia’s flagship real estate event, held in Perth. The presentation highlighted Athens’ growing profile as an international destination for modern and sustainable urban living.

The update also shows that total proceeds from property sales at The Ellinikon have reached €1.5 billion since the launch of the project through November 30, 2025. During this period, 84% of the 671 residential units in the Little Athens neighborhood have already been sold or reserved, underscoring sustained demand for the landmark redevelopment.

Source: protothema.gr

The newly established Greek school of the Greek community in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, began operating this year, marking a significant step in efforts to preserve Greek language and cultural identity in the country. The school is staffed by educator Nikos Kommatás, who brings decades of teaching experience in Greece and Africa and whose mission extends beyond language instruction, according to protothema.gr

The initiative follows years of attempts to strengthen Greek education among Tanzanian Greeks. As the Greek Ministry of Education has not seconded teachers to Tanzania since 1980, the local community decided to establish the school independently, inviting Kommatás to lead the effort from the ground up.

According to Dimitris Mantheakis, vice president of the Greek Community of Tanzania and chairman of the school’s board, the aim is to maintain strong ties with Greece and ensure that Greek identity and tradition endure across generations. The teacher’s salary is fully covered by the community.

The school currently serves 32 students aged 4 to 87, including members of the Greek diaspora and individuals connected to Greece through family or professional ties. Students are divided into nine groups based on age and learning needs. Lessons combine language, history, literature and music, often using interactive digital material created by the teacher.

Classes are held weekly, with additional online lessons for children in Arusha. Plans are also underway to mark national celebrations such as March 25 with community events featuring the Greek flag and national anthem.

The Greek community in Tanzania numbers around 150–160 people, with Dar es Salaam hosting the largest concentration. Community leadership continues to support education, healthcare and cultural activities, viewing the school as a bridge between East Africa and Greece and a key pillar in sustaining Hellenic heritage abroad.

Source: protothema.gr

The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has released a new practical guide aimed at addressing some of the most common tax-related issues faced by Greeks living permanently abroad who continue to have obligations in Greece, according to en.protothema.gr.

The guide sets out, step by step, how expatriates can obtain a tax identification number (AFM), access TAXISnet and myAADE, submit income tax declarations, and understand what applies to property ownership, vehicles and tax residency. It also outlines special tax regimes for pensioners, employees returning to Greece and investors

According to the guide, the starting point for any interaction with the Greek tax system is registration with the tax authorities. The issuance of an AFM, activation of digital access codes and entry to myAADE can now be completed remotely, including identification via video call, eliminating the need for a visit to a local tax office. Alternatively, taxpayers may appoint a tax representative in Greece through a power of attorney and a signed acceptance declaration.

A central section focuses on tax residency. Individuals who live permanently abroad may apply electronically to transfer their tax residency outside Greece by submitting form D210. Once approved, they are no longer taxed in Greece on their worldwide income. However, income originating in Greece—such as rent, pensions, interest, dividends, royalties or occasional employment—must still be declared, even by foreign tax residents. Simply owning property without income or a non-operational vehicle does not automatically trigger a filing obligation.

The guide also highlights double taxation treaties, stressing the importance of providing a tax residency certificate from the country of residence to avoid being taxed twice. It further explains preferential tax regimes for returning pensioners, incoming employees and investors, all of which require timely applications.

Finally, AADE emphasizes the importance of digital services, noting that most procedures can now be completed online, helping expatriates avoid long-standing bureaucratic complications.

See the detailed guide here

Source: en.protothema.gr