Acting President of Kosovo Albulena Haxhiu has declared Friday, April 24, 2026, a national day of mourning in honor of the life and work of academic Rexhep Qosja.
According to the official announcement, the decision was taken to express institutional respect and gratitude toward one of the most prominent figures of Albanian culture and thought.
During the national day of mourning, flags will be flown at half-mast in all state and public institutions across the Republic of Kosovo.
Earlier today, academic Rexhep Qosja passed away at the age of 90. According to the family announcement, the funeral ceremony was held in the presence of close family members.
