Ticino's Hospita scandal sparks legal battles and parliamentary probe into Aldi's dealings
The Hospita case in Ticino has led to legal action against journalists and a new parliamentary inquiry. Three media outlets—La Regione, Area, and RSI—now face criminal charges and civil lawsuits over their reporting. Meanwhile, the cantonal parliament has launched an investigation into former Lega member Sabrina Aldi's business dealings with the troubled healthcare firm.
The controversy began with Sabrina Aldi's role at Hospita Suisse SA, where she allegedly used her political influence for private gain. After her dismissal in 2024, she, Alvaro Camponovo (son of her former superior at Hospita), and other partners established a new company to take over Hospita's operations. Aldi had previously pushed for Camponovo's election as public prosecutor, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.
Hospita's financial troubles have deepened since Aldi's departure. Losses surpassed CHF 15 million in 2025, and liquidity problems persisted, prompting Swiss regulators (FINMA) to impose stricter controls in late 2025. In January 2026, a UBS-led consortium injected CHF 50 million to avert insolvency.
Separately, the Ticino public prosecutor's office is probing Hospita's former boss, Eolo Alberti, for embezzlement. The case remains unresolved, with no court date set.
Journalists covering the scandal now face legal repercussions. Two La Regione reporters, one from Area, and an RSI employee have been accused of violating personality rights. RSI alone has been ordered to pay CHF 40,000 in damages.
In response, the Ticino cantonal parliament approved a parliamentary commission of inquiry (PUK). Its task is to examine whether Aldi exploited her position for business advantages tied to Hospita and its successor firm.
The PUK will now investigate Aldi's actions, while media outlets contest the legal claims against them. Hospita's financial recovery depends on the emergency funding, though its long-term stability remains uncertain. The outcome of Alberti's embezzlement case and the PUK's findings could further shape the scandal's fallout.
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