Today's front pages – May 11, 2026
The top stories in Malta's newspapers
These are the leading stories making front-page headlines in Malta this Monday.
Times of Malta reports on former prime ministers Alfred Sant and Lawrence Gonzi calling for stronger safeguards against the abuse of incumbency power during election periods.
The newspaper also highlights concerns from creative industry stakeholders regarding a €10 million funding scheme for large-scale events announced with little notice during the campaign.
The Malta Independent leads with Prime Minister Robert Abela's announcement that the government will sign a contract this week to return Manoel Island to the public as a park.
It also covers PN leader Alex Borg’s claim that voters are seeking a "fresh start" in politics and feel taken for granted by the current administration.
L-Orizzont quotes Prime Minister Robert Abela, asserting that the choice for voters between the Labour Party and the Nationalist Party has never been clearer.
The paper also highlights a positive economic rating for Malta from Moody’s and a feature on Lydia Abela discussing various aspects of motherhood.
In-Nazzjon focuses on the Nationalist Party's campaign message, urging voters to provide a "fresh start" to Malta through a change in government.
The front page also features candidate Alex Borg addressing a rally in Siġġiewi, where he pledged to build a new economy that reduces the cost of living for families.