‘Like Prison’: How African Migrant Workers Suffer Exploitation in Albania

Migrant workers from Africa have told BIRN about having to surrender their passports on arrival in Albania, working unpaid overtime and facing deportation once they are no longer required. Many are left with debts to the agencies that act as middlemen.

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Interior minister and Swedish ambassador discuss closer policing

Interior Minister Ervin Demo met Sweden’s ambassador to Albania, Niklas Strom, to discuss community policing and stronger public trust in the State Police. Demo highlighted cooperation with Sweden as important for building a police service that stays closer to citizens. He stressed the importance of listening to their concerns and …

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Albania move up one place in latest FIFA ranking

Albania have climbed one place to 66th in the latest FIFA world ranking. The national team recorded three wins and one defeat in its recent Nations League matches. However, the results brought only a one-place rise for the Reds and Blacks. Kosovo also improved its position. The Kosovo national team …

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Archive Museum brings Albania’s documentary heritage closer to public

Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared images of the Archive Museum at the General Directorate of Archives. He described it as a “Temple of Documents.” The new museum brings history and technology together. Visitors can explore the past through documents, images, sound and interactive displays. The museum brings Albania’s documentary …