Vote selling network exposed by CIN reporters
CIN reporters revealed a vote seller’s network in the Brčko District. Exposure of the election fraud led to the arrest of vote-selling organizers.
Politicians profiting from the bent Drina
Due to the undetermined boundaries between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia, 3,600 hectares of land along the Drina river is beyond the control of institutions of either side. This absence of authority suits the local politicians who illegally mine the gravel in this area.
Doctor and Managers of Orthopedic Shops Charged with Organized Crime
The Cantonal Court in Bihać confirmed the indictment against ten people and two firms for misuse of public funds with regard to orthopedic aids, which CIN reported earlier.
Senaid Begić Sentenced to Four Years in Prison
The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina representative Senaid Begić was sentenced to four years of prison because of illegal hiring and financial misuse at the time when he was the head of Zenica-Doboj Canton’s Health Care Fund. The Center for Investigative Reporting in Sarajevo broke that story.
Protected Areas Without Protection
Uncontrolled commercial exploitation, private interests and the lack of government preservation efforts have endangered natural heritage sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
New Ruling in CIN’s Favor
The Center for Investigative Reporting in Sarajevo won a twelfth case against public bodies that refuse to hand over records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
Authorities Gloss Over Legality of Viewpoint Restaurant
The City of Sarajevo is building a business and hospitality center in the forest reserve on Mt. Trebević, even though the building is located in a protected area where such construction is forbidden.
Sarajevo Businessman’s Spa Disconnected from Water Supply
Sarajevo Water Supply and Sewerage Company disconnected water to the complex Hotel Ilidža and medical institution Spa Terme because of illegal use and unpaid bills.
Brčko Lawmaker Arrested on Corruption Charges Involving Misuse of Grants
Ćazim Dačaj, lawmaker in Brčko District Assembly is suspected of doling out grants to citizens associations in exchange for half of the money.