Today's front pages – April 29, 2026
The top stories in Malta's newspapers
These are the leading stories making front-page headlines in Malta this Wednesday.
Times of Malta reports on the opening of the general election campaign, highlighting the Labour Party's pledge for interest-free property loans and the Nationalist Party's promise to build new hospitals.
The newspaper also covers Roderick Galdes’ decision to challenge a party vote that blocked his bid to stand as a candidate.
The Malta Independent focuses on the Labour Party's first series of proposals, including extended family leave and a new housing scheme, while Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg promised an economic reset and better quality of life.
Malta Today reports that Labour's initial campaign momentum was snagged by Galdes' challenge to the party executive vote that barred him from contesting.
It also notes that the Nationalist Party kicked off its campaign with a new logo and a message focused on a fresh start for the country.
L-Orizzont highlights the first set of electoral proposals announced by the Labour Party, which include increased maternity leave, a higher birth bonus, and interest-free loans for first-time buyers.
The paper also marks the 68th anniversary of the 1958 general strike and reports on plans for Manoel Island and Forti Tigné to be returned to the public.
In-Nazzjon leads with Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg's pledge to give a "fresh start" to Malta and Gozo through 10 health-focused proposals, including the construction of new hospitals.
The newspaper also notes that the Labour campaign began with internal conflict following a direct challenge from Galdes.