**Connecting Europe, Africa: The Access Bank Malta Limited Marks First Anniversary** One year ago, Access Bank Malta Limited opened its doors, marking a significant milestone in the financial sector of Malta. As the bank celebrates its first anniversary, it’s worth reflecting on the unique role it has played in bridging the economic ties between Europe…
**Labour MEP Urges Stronger European Support for Industrialisation in Africa: A Maltese Perspective** In a recent address to the European Parliament, Maltese Labour MEP Roberta Metsola emphasized the crucial need for stronger European support for industrialisation in Africa. This call to action has significant implications for Malta, both in terms of its historical ties with…
**World Maps Get Africa’s Size Wrong: A Maltese Perspective** When you think of a world map, you likely picture the familiar Mercator projection, with its elongated Greenland and shrunken Africa. But what if this map, so widely accepted, is fundamentally flawed? This is a question that has sparked intense debate among geographers and educators, and…
“Contemporary African Art: A Journey Through Land, Memory, and Connection as Seen from Malta” In the vibrant tapestry of global art, contemporary African art stands out with its rich narratives that delve into themes of land, memory, and connection. From the bustling streets of Lagos to the serene landscapes of the Sahel, African artists are…
**Lab-Grown Diamonds Sparkle in Malta While Southern Africa Loses Its Lustre** *How Sliema’s jewellery quarter is unwittingly fuelling a crisis 7,000 km away* On a humid July afternoon, the plate-glass windows of Tower Road sparkle like a pirate’s chest. Inside, a young Maltese couple hover over a white-gold ring set with what looks like a…
