The Berat Buzhala Investigation

THE FRONTLINER's four-month investigation exposes Berat Buzhala as a manipulative media mogul, deeply entangled in corruption and criminal networks, undermining Kosovo’s democracy for personal gain.

In a detailed and penetrating exposé, THE FRONTLINER Magazine unravels the enigmatic yet controversial figure of Berat Buzhala. After an exhaustive four-month investigation, this long-read feature delves deep into the life and dealings of Buzhala, a former politician and current media mogul, whose influence casts a significant shadow over Kosovo's political and media landscapes.

The narrative begins by retracing Buzhala’s ostensibly transparent public persona, crafted through his own writings and media appearances. However, as the investigation progresses, it becomes evident that his story is far more complex and potentially insidious than he portrays. His business dealings, notably a failed quarry operation and his involvement with the company Arena Invest, which secured a controversial contract for the Pristina-Tirana highway without public oversight, hint at deep-seated corruption.

Buzhala's connections with key political figures in Kosovo, such as former President Hashim Thaçi and U…