Radio Dukagjini

Radio Dukagjini was initially established as a local radio with a frequency in Peja, a city in Kosovo, in 1999. Subsequently, it acquired a national frequency, and on June 11, 2001,

Radio Dukagjini inaugurated a studio in Prishtina. Since then, the radio has been operating with two studios, one in Peja and the other in Prishtina, with some shows being broadcast from both locations.

Radio Dukagjini is a part of the company "Radio Televizioni Dukagjini," which also oversees Dukagjini Television and the online portal.

The founders of Radio Dukagjin are brothers Ekrem Lluka and Agim Lluka, both of whom are well-known Kosovar businessmen. Agim Lluka, the initiator of Dukagjini radio's establishment, passed away in October 2021. Prior to his passing, Ekrem Lluka and Agim Lluka each held 50% of the shares in Dukagjini Radio Television.

Presently, "Dukagjini Ltd" owns 80% of the shares, while Ermal Panduri, Edita Doli Muhaxhiri, and Dardan Belegu hold 10%, 5%, and 5%, respectively. Edita Doli Muhaxhiri also serves as the director of Radio Dukagjini and hosts the show "Radar," which is broadcast on both Radio and Television Dukagjini.

Radio Dukagjini offers a diverse program that covers daily events, entertainment, and humor. Many of the shows prioritize communication with listeners and frequently feature studio guests. It stands out as one of the only radio stations that provide programs almost 24 hours a day.

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Radio Televizioni Dukagjini Sh.p.k

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Radio Television Dukagjini was established in September 2001, and initially served as a local broadcast in the city of Peja. In 2015, Dukagjini Television underwent a transformation in Pristina, adopting HD broadcasting and transitioning into a national channel.
The founders of Radio Television Dukagjini Ltd are Ekrem Lluka and Agim Lluka, each holding 50% of the shares. Currently, "Dukagjini Ltd" owns 80% of the shares, with Ermal Panduri, Edita Doli Muhaxhiri, and Dardan Belegu holding 10%, 5%, and 5%, respectively.
Ekrem Lluka, the owner and director of “Dukagjini Ltd”, holds 100% of the shares, while Bekim Makiqi serves as the authorized representative.

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Ermal Panduri

Ermal Panduri serves as the director of Dukagjini Television and holds a 10% share in the RTV Dukagjini business. Panduri pursued studies in acting at the Faculty of Arts and Journalism in the Netherlands, and previously worked as an actor at the Dodona Theater from 2005 to 2007.

Joining Radio Dukagjin in 2006, Panduri initially worked as a journalist covering political developments in the country. From 2018 to December 2021, he held the position of executive director at RTV Dukagjini. However, in 2021, he announced his resignation from the executive director role, choosing to continue solely as a shareholder of the television and moderator of his political show "Debat Plus." His successor, Dardan Belegu, took over the executive director position while Panduri resumed the management of Dukagjini Television.

Known for his role as the author and moderator of the show "Debat Plus," Panduri's program is widely followed in Kosovo, particularly for its coverage of political topics.


Panduri is the author and moderator of the show "Debat Plus", one of the most followed shows in Kosovo that covers political topics.

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General Information

Founding Year

1999

Affiliated Interests Founder

Radio Dukagjini

Began its operations on September 16, 1999, starting with a local frequency in Peja. In 2001, the radio expanded its reach to the city of Peja, and in 2015, it relocated to Pristina. The radio station continues to operate in both Peja and Pristina. Radio Dukagjini operates as part of the company Radio Television Dukagjini Ltd.
Initially, Dukagjini Television was launched in September 2001 with local frequencies for the city of Peja and its surroundings. The television's opening followed the completion of two years of existence for Radio Dukagjini.
In 2015, Dukagjini Television underwent a transformation in Pristina, introducing HD transmission on cable, and enabling national transmission through the cable network.
Until 2018, Ekrem Lluka and Agim Lluka each held 50% of the shares in Dukagjini Radio Television. In 2018, Korab Lluka (Ekrem Lluka's son) and Rron Lluka (Agim Lluka's son) became the owners of Dukagjini Radio Television, with each holding 50% of the shares.
In 2020, Korab Lluka and Rron Lluka sold their shares. Korab Lluka sold his 50% share to "Dukagjini Ltd," owned by Ekrem Lluka. Rron Lluka sold 30% of the shares to "Dukagjini Ltd," 10% to Ermal Panduri, 5% to Edita Doli Muhaxhiri, and 5% to Dardan Belegu, totaling 50%.
Currently, "Dukagjini Ltd" holds 80% of the shares, with Ermal Panduri at 10%, Edita Doli Muhaxhiri at 5%, and Dardan Belegu at 5%.
The owner and director of "Dukagjini Ltd” is Ekrem Lluka, who holds 100% of the shares; Bekim Makiqi serves as the authorized representative of Dukagjini Ltd. "Dukagjini Ltd" is a corporation with various subsidiaries, including Dukagjini Fiscal Solution, Dukagjini Office, Dukagjini Publishing House, Engineering, Printing House, Bahçe Restaurant, Dukagjini Hotel, Apartment Construction, Dukagjini ACADEMY, Bookstore, and Bookstore. The management of these businesses is overseen through the board of the corporation.
Ekrem Lluka also owns several other businesses. He is the owner of "Dukagjini Telecommunication Ltd " and "Kompaninë e Sigurimeve Dukagjini Sh.A”. At this company, Ekrem Lluka owns 50% of the shares, and the other 50% belongs to his late brother, Agim Lluka.
Ekrem Lluka is the managing director at Cardiac Center of Kosovo - Ltd. At this company, the late Agim Lluka, Ekrem Lluka's brother, holds 17.39% of the shares, while the majority ownership of 82.61% belongs to the 'Dukagjini Ltd' company, owned by Ekrem Lluka.
Ekrem Lluka has an active business in Albania through "Internergo Albania," which was established in 2007. The company specializes in construction, operation, utilization, production, and trade in the energy sector. In 2016, in collaboration with the "Shala Energy" consortium, Internergo Albania secured a 35-year concession for the construction of hydropower plants on the Shala River.
"Dukagjini Ltd," serving as the parent company, holds ownership in various other businesses, including Dukagjini Center Ltd, Factor Leasing LLC, Dukagjini Invest Ltd, and the Cardiac Center of Kosovo.
Agim Lluka exclusively owns Tobakos Ltd, where Valon Dobroshi serves as the managing director. The primary activity of this company is the trade in tobacco and cigarettes.

Affiliated Interests Ceo

Edita Doli Muhaxhiri

Has been associated with Dukagjini since 2007, serving as the director of Radio Dukagjini and the creator of the show "Radar," which is broadcast on both Dukagjini TV and Dukagjini Radio. The show addresses various social issues and features prominent public figures as guests, including Kosovo's President, Vjosa Osmani, and leaders of opposition parties. Renowned for its humanitarian focus, "Radar" has successfully raised thousands of euros multiple times to aid individuals outside of Kosovo.

Affiliated Interests Editor-In-Chief

Sebiha Ramaxhiku

Is a seasoned journalist from Kosovo who dedicated over 40 years to the field of radio. Her career began in 1976 when, as a first-year journalism student, she worked briefly at Radio Prishtina. After a few months, she returned to her hometown, Mitrovica, and contributed to both TV Mitrovica and Radio Mitrovica. In 2001, she became a part of Radio Dukagjin in Pristina, where she served as the editor and editor-in-chief for an extended period of time.

Contact

Address: Shkabaj Rr. Gjergj Fishta, Magjistralja Prishtinë - Mitrovicë, Kosovo 10000

Website: www.dukagjini.com/radio/

Tel: 045 901 000

Email: info@dukagjini.com

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