Skopje, 1 January 2024 (MIA) - The first baby of 2024, a boy, was born at the Skopje-based University Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics at 00:00h.

The boy's mother is Natasha Stefkovska, 34, from Skopje.

We wish the newborn good health and a happy childhood, the Clinic said in a press release.

Three babies were born at the Clinic in the first 15 minutes of the New Year.

Health Minister Fatmir Mexhiti and Minister of Labor and Social Policy Jovanka Trenchevska will pay a visit to the first child of 2024 later on Monday.

Photo: MIA file photo and University Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics