The Board of Radio Television of Kosovo (RTK) has approved the appointment of Rilind Gërvalla as Director of the 4th edition of the RTK Song Festival, scheduled to be held in 2026.

The proposal, submitted by Acting Director General Zana Spahiu, was approved during Monday’s Board meeting with six votes in favor, one against, and two abstentions.

The meeting also focused on issues related to RTK’s financial and programmatic operations. Board members reviewed the broadcaster’s financial situation, the measures undertaken by management, and their impact on the institution’s functioning.

According to an RTK Board statement, full support was given to the Acting Director General in efforts to find solutions to the current financial challenges until the constitution of the Assembly of Kosovo.

The Board also reviewed the April 2026 monthly work report, the findings of the National Audit Office’s 2025 Audit Report, and the action plan for implementing the audit recommendations.

The statement reiterated the Board’s commitment to preserving institutional stability and ensuring the continued operation of the public broadcaster.