The European Parliament passed a law designed to accelerate and reinforce the return of irregular migrants across the EU. It was approved by 389 MEPs, with 206 voting against and 32 abstaining. The vote took place on March 26, and was met with applause from several MEPs who welcomed the decision. A picture of  the European Parliament, where the vote on the new migration return law took place, 26 March 2026 (Photo Creatives Commons) A key feature of the law is the creation of

The “More Correct Information, Less Discrimination” (MILD) online training course has been available since 25 March 2026. Designed for journalists, journalism students, communicators in the activism field, and content creators, this online course aims to improve the quality of information by equipping journalism students and civil society organisations with tools to report more accurately on racialised communities. The session introduced students to the themes of the “More Co

Saturday, 28 March marked seven years since Amara Krumak, Abdalla Bari, and Kone Tiemoko Abdul Kader, known as the El Hiblu 3, were detained in Malta in 2019 for refusing to be forcibly returned to Libya. In response to their act of resistance, the Maltese authorities charged them with “acts of terrorism” and other offences. To mark this seventh anniversary, a protest was held in Valletta on Saturday, 28 March 2026, from 9 am to 4 pm, symbolically lasting seven hours to refle

The More correct Information, Less Discrimination online training course  has been available since 25 March 2026.  This online course is designed for journalists, journalism students, communicators in the activism field, and content creators. Its goal is clear: to improve the quality of information while combating stereotypes and disinformation about migrants and racialized people. A picture of the MILD training course organized by the African Media Association Malta, at MCA

The Maltese government is facing mounting criticism over proposed legal amendments that would abolish ministers’ asset declarations, a move opponents warn could enable corruption and conceal conflicts of interest. Under current rules, ministers must submit statements of their assets to the Cabinet Secretary. However, proposals tabled by the Justice Minister would remove this obligation entirely. Critics argue this risks allowing illicit financial activity to go unchecked. The

Relooted  is a newly launched African futurist heist game designed by the game studio Nyamakop, based in Johannesburg, in which players reclaim 70 African artifacts from Western museums. Relooted (2026) by Nyamakop is one of the artworks selected by curator Maren Richter featuring in 'A Few Rules For Predicting The Future', an exhibition commissioned by Spazju Kreattiv and featuring at Spazju Kreattiv (Space A) until 10th May 2026. Relooted by Nyamakop at 'A Few Rules For Pr

Migration remains one of the most debated issues across Europe, but media coverage often continues to rely on crisis narratives and stereotypes rather than reflecting the continent’s growing diversity. A new European report published by the MILD project (More Correct Information, Less Discrimination)  highlights how structural barriers within journalism and persistent framing patterns contribute to the marginalisation of migrant voices in public discourse. AMAM team during th

This is a satellite event of the Malta Biennale 2026 You are all invited Thursday 12th March 2026 at 7pm Christine X Art Gallery, 53, Tigne street c/w Hughes Hallet street, Sliema. The global art world prides itself on interconnectedness, mobility, and exchange, but it’s undeniable that a stark contradiction persists, with many artists being systematically denied the freedom to travel and participate in international cultural platforms due to visa restrictions. For these ind

She is a mother, a wife, and an immigrant from Guinea who has spent the last four years weaving herself into the fabric of Maltese society, one braid at a time.  For our series Empowering Communities, we spoke with Mariam Kourouma, whose  journey began in her childhood home in Guinea. "Hairdressing is my passion," she says, her eyes brightening. "This is work I have been doing since I was young. I was doing it at home, making my sister’s hair." When she moved to Malta four y

Communication is widely recognised as essential to social impact work. Yet across the sector, there remains a growing gap between the work being done and the audiences that actually encounter it. Illustrative image. Source: Pixabay (Alexas Fotos). Most funded social impact projects include dissemination plans, visibility requirements, and reporting obligations. In theory, communication is built into project design. In practice, however, it is often constrained by structural a

Blue Door Education hosted  the  CommemorAction Day  on 6 February,  to mark   a day of remembrance celebrated in multiple cities across Europe on the 7th February. The event honoured those who have died attempting to cross the Mediterranean, while calling for concrete political and legal action to prevent further loss of life. Speakers and the public during the CommemorAction on the 6th February 2026 in Valetta. The CommemorAction is an advocacy event that seeks to commemor

Across the African diaspora, conversations about empowerment, visibility, and integration are becoming increasingly prominent. Yet one critical factor often remains underexplored: the quality of collaboration within our own communities. Illustrative image. Credit: creative commons History reminds us that collective effort has always been central to African progress. As Kwame Nkrumah famously stated, “If we are to create the Africa we want, unity is our greatest strength.” Whi

Empower to Integrate is a radio programme created to provide a platform for migrants and Third Country Nationals (TCNs) to share their lived experiences while engaging in meaningful dialogue with Maltese experts and institutions.  The programme promotes inclusion, understanding, and social cohesion through structured and respectful conversations. Season 1 of Empower to Integrate , broadcast from 4 April to 4 July 2025, featured 13 episodes and 25 guests from diverse nationali

PEN Malta has issued a sharp warning over the deteriorating situation in Venezuela. The group explicitly rejects any foreign military intervention or "colonialist aggression". Highlighting the severe dangers facing writers and journalists. The organization strongly condemned the government of Nicolás Maduro, accusing it of using repression and censorship to silence critical voices and harm society. While PEN Malta stands firmly against authoritarian rule, it also issued a cle

“We help migrants tell their own stories, because being heard is the first step to belonging,” said Nazlee Mayhew, African Media Malta’s representative during the Anna Lindh Foundation Malta Network’s national event. Held on November 29th,  the gathering brought together civil society organisations and academic institutions to reflect on intercultural dialogue and social cohesion. The event highlighted how communication, sustainability and soft skills enhancement can become a

Despite migrants making up over one fifth of the population, media narratives remain dominated by stereotypes and emergency framing, according to new research. The study highlights how newsroom structures and editorial practices shape migration coverage in Malta. Photo CC. Credit to Pexels Migration is a structural reality in Malta, where foreign-born residents now account for 21% of the population. Yet media coverage has struggled to keep pace with this transformation, cont

By Sarah Bugeja A Women, Peace and Security Agenda event targeting Malta’s Second National Action Plan for the Implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 (2025–2030) took place on 3 December 2025 under the auspices of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, in collaboration with various stakeholders. This Second NAP aims to further raise awareness of the role of women, peace, and security in both local and global contexts. Panellists and public d

When the lights came up at Spazju Kreattiv  on the evening of December 10, 2025, the small crowd that had watched Jabina  sat in stunned silence. I had come to the screening hoping to learn about a corner of Ethiopia not often seen on screen; instead I left with a knot of anger and sorrow towards a woman who survived what should never have happened. Tigist Kebede and Regine Nguini at the Ethiopian Film Festival on the 10th December 2025. Jabina  is, as HabeshaView co-founder