Stories from Durrës
Google Street View Returns to Albania with Updated Imagery Across the Country
The latest Street View update brings more accurate and up to date imagery of Albanian cities, tourist destinations, and natural landscapes, making it easier for residents, visitors, and businesses to explore the country.Photo caption: The Blue Eye spring, now available in high resolution on Google…
Energy Shift Launches in Albania, Bringing Citizen Ownership to the Renewable Energy Transition
Energy Shift, the climate-fintech platform enabling citizens to jointly invest in and co-own renewable energy projects, officially announced its launch in Albania—marking a major step toward democratizing clean energy ownership across Southeast Europe. Already trusted by more than 2,000 users who have collectively committed over…
Emiliano Mankolli: From Data Models to the “AI Deputy” — A Step Toward Intelligent Legislation in Albania
By Eni Muça — Emiliano Mankolli is one of those professionals who has brought a practical meaning to artificial intelligence in Albania. With a background in mathematical engineering and computer science, and a career that spans from academia to international startups, he now leads AI…
Albania shines at Gen-E 2025 in Athens
Junior Achievement of Albania (JAA) marked another international success at the Gen-E 2025 European Entrepreneurship Festival, held in Athens from July 1–4. Organized by JA Europe and hosted by JA Greece, this festival is considered the largest youth entrepreneurship event in Europe. It brought together…
Think Big with Genti Selenica: “Baboon is a lifestyle!”
If you've ever ordered food in Tirana, chances are Baboon brought it to your door. But behind this seemingly simple service lies a story of passion, innovation, and long-term vision. “When you’re young, you don’t care about anything – you just start,” says Genti Selenica,…
Analysis / Startups in Albania: An expanding ecosystem with challenges and potential
By Eni Muça Over the past two decades, the startup landscape in Albania has evolved from an unfamiliar concept into a continuously growing ecosystem. With a steady flow of new ideas, institutional support, and increasing youth engagement, the country is gradually approaching the model of…
Wolt celebrates first anniversary in Albania – A year of growth, innovation, and impact
Wolt, the technology-powered delivery platform, proudly marks its first anniversary in Albania, celebrating a year of remarkable growth, strategic partnerships, and a strong footprint across key cities. A multinational company which came to bring joy, simplicity and earning opportunities, making Albanian communities a better place…
Wolt expands to Durrës, bringing seamless delivery to the coastline
Wolt, the leading platform for convenient delivery, is expanding its services to Durrës, offering residents and visitors a seamless way to enjoy their favorite restaurants, grocery stores, and retail outlets from the comfort of their homes. With over 50 venues available at launch, Wolt users…
Chocolab Albania – The chocolate that combines albanian tradition with modern technology
During an unforgettable trip to Portugal, a box of chocolates with the taste of the country sparked a big idea in the minds of a couple passionate about promoting Albanian culture and traditions. Alma and Kliton Gërxhani, along with Dhurata Thanasi and chocolatier Ilir Hysaj,…