A property located in the village of Qala has recently become the subject of renewed public attention following media reports that connected the residence to the late Sicilian Mafia figure Salvatore Riina. The development has drawn scrutiny toward Malta’s Minister for Gozo, Anton Refalo, after the villa did not appear in his most recent asset declaration submitted to Prime Minister Robert Abela....
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NEWS Malta
April 10, 2026
Malta tennis complex opens after delays and rising public costs
Prime Minister Robert Abela formally inaugurated a long-anticipated tennis complex in Pembroke, marking the completion of a public infrastructure project that has drawn attention due to its extended timeline and...
Companies & People, iGaming News
February 11, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit appoints Carol Verheij as vice chair
The Kansspelautoriteit has confirmed that Carol Verheij will join its board as a member and vice chair from 1 March 2026. The appointment was formally announced by the Dutch government...
NEWS Malta
January 26, 2026
Prime minister private jet travel and transparency concerns
Prime Minister Robert Abela’s official travel arrangements continue to attract public scrutiny following repeated instances of private jet usage for state business and the persistent lack of detailed disclosure surrounding...
NEWS Malta
January 22, 2026
Marsa scrapyard eviction order still unenforced after four years
A hazardous scrapyard in Marsa remains operational more than four years after a court ordered its eviction, highlighting persistent challenges in Malta’s regulatory enforcement framework and raising renewed questions about...
NEWS Malta
January 15, 2026
Żabbar band club gains approval to convert public site
In what critics have described as another instance of public assets being reassigned for private organisational use, the Planning Authority has formally approved an application allowing a Żabbar-based band club...
iGaming News, Laws
January 6, 2026
eGaming Integrity launches independent Safer Gambling Audit Service
eGaming Integrity, a leading compliance and internal audit advisory firm, has formally announced the launch of its Safer Gambling Audit Service, a new initiative designed to provide independent assurance to...
NEWS Malta
January 3, 2026
Welfare Committee audits reveal repeated procurement failures
A committee entrusted with managing public funds for the benefit of elderly residents living in state-owned care homes has once again come under scrutiny following adverse findings by the National...
Laws
December 19, 2025
Why the EU’s AML Authority Could Redefine Local Oversight
AML standards are rapidly evolving as the EU establishes its new Anti-Money Laundering Authority, which promises to enhance regulatory frameworks across member states. This development aims to unify and strengthen...
NEWS Malta
December 4, 2025
Roderick Galdes under scrutiny for property disclosures
The conduct of Social Housing Minister Roderick Galdes is under renewed and intensifying examination following the emergence of detailed information about a discounted penthouse he acquired from contractors linked to...
Companies & People, iGaming News
November 11, 2025
Rank Group appoints John Ott as new chairman
The Rank Group, one of the United Kingdom’s most established names in entertainment and gaming, has officially announced the appointment of John Ott as its new Chairman, effective 17 November....
NEWS Malta
November 11, 2025
Vittoriosa bid failure for 2031 European Capital of Culture
The Port Regional Council has issued a detailed and strongly worded statement following Vittoriosa’s failed attempt to secure the 2031 European Capital of Culture title, blaming what it described as...
NEWS Malta
October 15, 2025
High levels of worry affect 61% of adults in Malta
Malta has been identified as one of the countries where adults report the highest levels of chronic worrying, according to a new global study published this week. Gallup’s State of...
NEWS Malta
October 9, 2025
John Borg returns to Ministry for Gozo after retirement
John Borg, the former Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Gozo, has been reappointed to the public payroll as a politically appointed "person of trust" shortly after reaching the statutory...
NEWS Malta
October 7, 2025
Malta government silent on housing project details
The Maltese government’s much-publicized “affordable housing” initiative, spearheaded by the Foundation for Affordable Housing and overseen by Minister for Social and Affordable Accommodation Roderick Galdes, has become the subject of...
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
September 23, 2025
Gibraltar’s credibility test it is failing in plain sight!
Gibraltar faces scrutiny over public finance, audit limits, and inquiry reforms, raising questions on trust and governance standards.
NEWS Malta
September 2, 2025
John Borg Rehired at Gozo Ministry Amid Controversy
The re-employment of John Borg, the former permanent secretary of the Gozo Ministry, has sparked significant attention and debate in local administrative and political circles. John Borg, who concluded his...
NEWS Malta
September 2, 2025
Malta Asset Recovery Bureau faces major challenges
The Asset Recovery Bureau (ARB) in Malta, established under the political oversight of Justice Minister Jonathan Attard, is a pivotal institution in the country’s fight against financial crime. Tasked with...
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
August 13, 2025
Gibraltar Governance in Focus: Auditor Report Sparks Debate
Gibraltar’s governance faces scrutiny as Auditor Sacramento’s report raises questions on transparency, accountability, and public trust.
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
August 10, 2025
Philanthropy’s Bright Lights and Offshore Shadows
Explore the Sampoerna family’s philanthropy, governance, and private wealth structures in Southeast Asia.
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
May 8, 2025
Rotten Rock – Part 2: The lawyers behind the curtain!
How legal experts in Gibraltar shape financial regulation and where structural influence may blur independence.
Finance News, Laws
May 5, 2025
Malta’s internal control failures and audit conflicts
Control systems in Malta have come under scrutiny due to significant internal control failures and ongoing audit conflicts. These issues highlight weaknesses in oversight that have hindered accountability and transparency...
Laws
May 1, 2025
Malta’s Transparency Laws and Their Limitations
Malta has long been at the center of discussions regarding its transparency laws, which are often overlooked and inadequately enforced. Despite lawmakers' intentions, systemic issues such as political patronage, inadequate...
iGaming News, Laws
April 7, 2025
ESG regulations shaping the iGaming industry
You may be surprised to learn that Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) regulations are increasingly shaping the landscape of the iGaming industry. As consumer preferences shift towards socially responsible practices,...
NEWS Malta
March 22, 2025
Labour MP’s New Role Sparks Political Criticism
Former Labour MP Anthony Agius Decelis has been appointed chairman of Automated Revenue Management Services (ARMS Ltd), the government-owned entity responsible for managing Malta’s water and electricity billing system. This...
NEWS Malta
February 24, 2025
Malta Corruption Scandals Impact Foreign Investment
Over the past few years, Malta has been embroiled in several high-profile corruption scandals that have raised questions about its governance and institutional integrity. These incidents have significant implications for...
NEWS Malta
February 21, 2025
Controversial Appointments in Maltese Government
The recent appointments made by Alicia Bugeja Said, the Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries and Animal Welfare in Malta, have become a focal point of public scrutiny. Her decision to enlist...