Alketa Vejsiu has made a strong statement about the financial side of the RTSH Song Festival, saying she received no payment in the edition where she was presenter and author. She also claims that she avoided any involvement with public funds and that part of the costs were covered through sponsors.
Statement on zero payment
During an interview on “Live me Luizin,” Vejsiu said that in the festival where she served as presenter and author, she did not receive any payment.
According to her, the financial compensation was zero and she did not take a single lek from Albanian taxpayers for that engagement.
Distancing herself from public funds
In her statement, the moderator said she did not want to become involved in issues related to public funds.
She presented this as a personal choice, saying she preferred to rely on her own income rather than money connected to the public budget.
Sponsors for international artists
Vejsiu also said she secured money from sponsors to bring international artists to the festival.
This is a claim that places the emphasis on private financing for part of the organization, while no further details were given on the specific amounts or the relevant agreements.
A debate that puts transparency back in focus
Her statement brings renewed attention to a sensitive issue for events financed by or linked to public institutions: how public figures are paid, how costs are covered, and how transparent the process is.
Beyond her version, it remains in the public interest that any discussion about payments, sponsors, and the possible use of funds be verifiable and clearly documented.
Vejsiu insists that her involvement in the RTSH Festival was carried out without payment and without benefiting from public funds.
The statement once again raises questions about how expenses and funding sources are reported in activities held under the umbrella of public institutions.