The Shift News

The Shift News is a Maltese investigative journalism platform launched in 2018, created in response to growing concerns about political capture, lack of transparency, and shrinking media independence in Malta. It positions itself not as a general news outlet, but as a newsroom dedicated to sustained scrutiny of those in power. Its reporting concentrates on governance, corruption, public procurement, financial crime, and regulatory failures, often following stories over long periods rather than treating them as isolated events. The Shift is particularly known for methodical reporting that builds cases piece by piece, relying on documents, data, and persistent questioning. The organisation operates as a non-profit newsroom, supported primarily through memberships, donations, and grants. It does not carry advertising or sponsored content, allowing editorial decisions to remain insulated from commercial and political influence. This funding structure is central to its credibility in Malta’s tightly interconnected political and business environment. Despite its small size, The Shift News has established itself as a key accountability actor in Maltese public life, frequently cited by civil society groups, researchers, and international observers concerned with rule of law and democratic standards on the island.