# Albanian and Kosovo political corruption investigations

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/albanian-and-kosovo-political-corruption-investigations
> Updated: 2026-10-30T12:30:23.000Z. Sources: 20. Developments: 2.

Investigations into architectural and consultancy projects have emerged involving political figures in Albania and Kosovo.

In Albania, Prime Minister Edi Rama has faced scrutiny following reports in ‘The Guardian’ regarding the selection of architects for two new towers in Tirana. While the government claimed a need for foreign expertise due to a lack of local specialists, investigations suggested that associates of the Prime Minister contacted Sam Chermayeff, a Berlin-based architect known for experimental kitchen design, to design the 45,000 square meter structures. Chermayeff described the request as ‘truly crazy.’

In Kosovo, Përparim Rama, the Mayor of Pristina, was interviewed by the Special Prosecution on October 30, 2026, as a suspect in the ‘Capital Architect’ project. The investigation concerns a 12 million euro consultancy contract initiated in 2022 with a planned 36 month duration. Allegations include irregularities in public procurement, potential staff manipulation, and conflicts of interest. Gëzim Sveçla, a member of the Vetëvendosje movement, alleged that the municipality paid over 1 million euros for services during October and November 2023 alone.

Përparim Rama has maintained that his actions are legal and focused on building the capital. His lawyer, Artan Qerkini, stated that the Mayor is prepared to provide clarifications to prove the project followed legal procedures.

## Claims

- Përparim Rama was summoned to be interviewed by the Special Prosecution of Kosovo as a suspect. (reported by 8 sources)
- The investigation concerns the “Capital Architect” project, a 12 million euro contract. (reported by 7 sources)
- Suspicions include public procurement irregularities, staff manipulation, and conflicts of interest. (reported by 4 sources)
- Përparim Rama stated his duty is to build the capital and that all actions are legal. (reported by 4 sources)
- Gëzim Sveçla claims the municipality paid 1.048 million euros for services in October and November 2023. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-30: Përparim Rama summoned by Special Prosecution over Capital Architect project

Pristina Mayor Përparim Rama was interviewed as a suspect by Kosovo's Special Prosecution regarding a 12 million euro “Capital Architect” project.

20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prparim-rama-questioned-by-special-prosecution-over-capital-architect-project

### 2026-09-30: Edi Rama faces scrutiny over tower project architect selection

The Guardian reports a scandal involving Edi Rama, alleging that associates of the Albanian PM hired a Berlin-based kitchen architect to design two 45,000-square-meter towers in Tirana.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/edi-rama-faces-scrutiny-over-tower-project-architect-selection

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Cite as: Albanian and Kosovo political corruption investigations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/albanian-and-kosovo-political-corruption-investigations