IFC is investing in the green and quality retail and office infrastructure of Prishtina Mall Sh.A. in Kosovo, with the aim of strengthening regional economic integration, supporting private sector development, preserving thousands of jobs, and promoting energy efficiency initiatives.
This investment represents IFC's largest engagement in the private sector and the first syndicated financing in Kosovo, with a total value reaching up to 75 million euros.
An official signing ceremony was held at Prishtina Mall, with the participation of senior government officials, World Bank Group representatives, IFC regional leaders, as well as Prishtina Mall investors and management, including many honored guests.
""We are proud to partner with IFC on this transformative investment, which not only strengthens the growth of Prishtina Mall, but also elevates Kosovo as a developing hub for sustainable and regional trade," tha Fatmir Zymberi, Chairman of the Board of Prishtina Mall Sh.A.
Senior representatives from key Kosovo and international institutions praised this historic partnership, emphasizing its importance in strengthening investor confidence and promoting green economic growth.
Visar Perani, Head of IFC's office for Kosovo and North Macedonia, stated:“This investment supports IFC’s strategic priorities in Kosovo, expanding formal employment in the private sector and strengthening environmental sustainability. It aligns with our efforts to create more quality employment opportunities, including for youth and women, while promoting renewable energy and energy efficiency to address the country’s high carbon energy mix.”".
Thanks to financing from IFC, Prishtina Mall will become one of the first shopping complexes in Kosovo with the certification EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies), emphasizing its commitment to green and energy-efficient development. The planned installation of 4.5 megawatt-hours of solar power, along with other sustainability measures, will further improve the mall's environmental performance and sustainability.
About IFC
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Operating in more than 100 countries, IFC uses its capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing economies. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions, mobilizing private capital to promote inclusive growth and sustainability.
About Prishtina Mall Sh.A.
Prishtina Mall is the largest shopping mall in Southeastern Europe, offering a world-class shopping, entertainment and business experience. Since its opening in 2023, it has become a regional hub connecting Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia, housing over 240 brands and services. The company is committed to innovation, sustainability and local economic development through job creation, partnerships with SMEs and environmentally responsible operations.
