Malta Experiences Lowest Ever Rate Of Armed Robberies In 2024

Mar 12 2025 Share

The annual academic report CrimeMalta Observatory has confirmed in its 2024 publication that Malta remains a safe and stable country, with a crime rate of 30 offences per 1,000 residents.

This reflects a decrease compared to 2023 and a significant drop from the 46 cases per 1,000 people reported in 2004.

To go along the positive general stats, in 2024 Malta experienced the lowest ever rate of armed robberies since data about crime was started to be recorded.

Last year there was only 21 reported cases of armed robberies as well as 513 cases of residential burglaries, which was the second lowest ever rate registered.

There was however an increase in pickpocketing and theft in entertainment areas, with an alarming 650 cases being reported in 2024.

2024 also saw the lowest ever number of vehicle thefts as well as the second-lowest rate of theft from both occupied and unoccupied properties.

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Triton Carnival Company Crowned Champions Yet Again

Mar 12 2025 Share

Legendary Carnival company, Triton Carnival Company have posted a heartwarming and triumphant video to their socials of their team finding out that they were Section A carnival champions yet again.

Triton stole the show with their dazzling float titled ‘Una Notte Con Le Stelle’.

The float was led by Joswa Borg, Ronnie Spiteri, and Ronald Ghiller and mesmerised the hundreds of carnival goers with its intricate design and impressive moving elements.

Triton’s float was so good that is also got a response out of Italian legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon, who thanked the company for featuring him on their amazing float.

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Social Housing Regeneration Project In Zejtun

Social Housing Regeneration Project In Zejtun
Mar 12 2025 Share

The Minister for Social and Affordable Housing, Roderick Galdes, visited the ongoing regeneration project in the social housing sector in Żejtun.

This project, with an investment exceeding half a million euros, includes, among other works, the refurbishment of the façades of social housing blocks.

Regeneration work has been completed on four apartment blocks in this area, while work on the fifth block is in its final phase. The project will continue until all ten social housing blocks in the area are fully renovated. Through this initiative, no fewer than 87 families will benefit.

Similar to other completed regeneration projects in localities across the country—including Ta’ Giorni, Fgura, Mosta, Ħamrun, and Santa Luċija—these social housing initiatives are providing residents with a more aesthetically pleasing environment and an improved quality of life.

During his visit to the site, Minister Roderick Galdes emphasised that this government investment aims to enhance the living standards of all residents in the area.

“Like the other projects we have completed, this initiative will further uphold the dignity of our families. Through such projects, we continue to make a tangible difference in residents’ lives. While the visual aspect of these blocks is important, it is even more crucial that these projects positively impact the daily lives of the residents,” said the Minister.

Minister Galdes also highlighted the government’s commitment to similar regeneration projects. Recently, a new collective agreement was signed for employees of Housing Projects Solutions Ltd in foreman and tradesperson roles. This entity is actively contributing to the regeneration of social housing sectors across Malta.

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Maltese Footballer Luke Gambin Set To Star In New Baller League

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Maltese footballer Luke Gambin is set to star in the newly established and star-studded Baller League UK, and will be managed by Arsenal legend Ian Wright and England international Chloe Kelly.

Also involved in the league are stars such as KSI, Miniminter, TBJZL, Luis Figo, Alan Shearer and IShowSpeed.

Taking to Instagram, Luke Gambin stated that it was ‘Time to inspire the youngsters” and quoted new manager Ian Wright by saying “It’s never too late to reignite the passion”.

Gambin was drafted by Wright’s and Kelly’s team Wembley Rangers AFC and will have to adjust to 6-a side indoor football, similar to futsal.

The games consist of two halves of 15 minutes however in the final three minutes of each half, the teams are reduced to three players per side. Goalkeepers are also not allowed to use their hands, while long-range goals count as double.

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