Malta With The Lowest Fertility Rate In The EU

Mar 8 2024

According to Eurostat results, in 2022 Malta had the lowest fertility rate in all of Europe. The data revealed that there are currently 1.08 live births per woman in Malta.

With a noteworthy 51% of babies being first-born in 2022, Malta topped the European Union in this regard. This percentage was higher than that of other EU nations; Luxembourg came in second at 54.4%, followed by Portugal at 54% and Romania at 51.6%. On the other hand, Malta also witnessed a noteworthy rise in live births from mothers who were born outside of the country, with a considerable increase of 22 percentage points from 11% in 2013 to 33% in 2022.

This sharp increase in births to mothers who were born abroad is a sign of a significant change in Malta’s population. In Malta, about one-third of babies born in 2022 had mothers who were born abroad, and the other two thirds had mothers who were born there. This draws attention to an important trend in the demographics of the nation.

In addition, Malta has the lowest overall fertility rate in the EU in 2022. With 0.7 live births per woman, this figure highlights the nation’s particular demographic concerns. In spite of this, Malta has demonstrated tenacity in preserving high percentages of first-born children and adjusting to an expanding population of varied nationalities.

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Malta Registered 121,410 COVID-19 Cases In 4 Years

Mar 8 2024

Speaking to MaltaDaily, Superintendent for Public Health Charmaine Gauci revealed that Malta registered a total of 121,410 COVID-19 cases in four years from the day the first case was registered.

Over 2 million – 2,168,789 – tests were carried out and over 1.5 million – 1,408,781 vaccines were administered.

In the last week, 2 deaths were registered and 590 tests had been carried out. 5 cases registered positive from these tests, with Malta currently registering a 0.8 positivity rate.

471,565 people took the first 2 doses of the vaccine, with 362,188 taking the first booster and 77,280 taking the second booster. The 3rd booster for Omicron registered a 30,150 intake.

This follows the four year anniversary since the first COVID-19 case was registered in Malta yesterday 7th March 2024.

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New Residential Units For Mothers & Toddlers In Need

Mar 8 2024

Life Network Foundation has launched a new initiative to provide ongoing support for mothers and their toddlers after leaving Dar Tgħanniqa Ta’ Omm, a maternity home offering 24-hour support for pregnant women and newborns for up to a year.

The Residential Home Units offer a secure environment, enabling women to work or pursue education. First Lady of Malta, Mrs. Miriam Vella, will inaugurate the units on March 13, 2024.

The project is made possible by the Conservatorio Vincenzo Bugeja charity, providing six units in Santa Venera, with plans for seven more across Malta.

On Women’s Day 2024, Life Network celebrates its support for 120 women through its pregnancy helpline, the Id f’Id Centre for baby supplies, and Dar Tgħanniqa Ta’ Omm, where 42 women lived with their newborns post-birth.

These units and Life Network’s assistance empower mothers to pursue work or studies for up to three years, fostering independence and safety.

Christie Gellel of Dar Tgħanniqa Ta’ Omm praises the initiative’s support, while Dr. Miriam Sciberras, CEO of Life Network Foundation, emphasizes their commitment to empowering women as they navigate motherhood and independence.

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Les Miserables Concert Was Being Prepared For Late Julia

Mar 8 2024

Former Malta’s Got Talent judge and co-founder of charity organisation ‘Jays of Sunshine’ Maxine Aquilina revealed that 10 year old Julia passed away the day of a concert having been prepared for her.

Maxine explained on social media that Julia, who loved Harry Potter, wanted to watch the Les Miserables musical. She however could not travel to London’s West End due to her health.

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To make her dream come true, Maxine, along with a team from the Manoel Theatre were going to surprise her with her own mini Les Mis concert full of surprises.

Unfortunately, Julia was rushed to hospital the day of the concert and passed away that evening.

‘How lovely it was to meet you’, wrote Maxine in honour of Julia. ‘Chatting about musicals and Harry Potter. A beautiful and incredibly sharp girl. May you be free of any pain and suffering.’

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