Prime Minister Welcomes Miriana Conte In Castille

Feb 17 2025

Prime Minister Robert Abela welcomed Malta Eurovision Song Contest winner Miriana Conte at Auberge de Castille.

Prime Minister Abela congratulated Miriana Conte for her victory with her song ‘KANT’ ahead of her representing the country in Basel, Switzerland.

In the presence of Minister for National Heritage, the Arts, and Local Government Owen Bonnici she explained that her song carries a message encouraging individuals to be true to themselves and not let others dictate their path.

Prime Minister Abela wished Miriana Conte every success in the competition.

Joining Miriana Conte at the meeting were Public Broadcasting Services Chairperson Anna Bonett and Malta’s Head of Delegation for Eurovision, Gordon Bonello.

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The Melita Foundation Celebrates 5 Years Of Making A Difference

Feb 17 2025

The Melita Foundation is celebrating five years of activity during which it has supported numerous charities, non-governmental organisations, and innovative projects. Focusing on enhancing digital skills, fostering creativity, and preserving Malta’s heritage and environment, the Melita Foundation was established in 2020 with an initial allocation of funds from Apax Partners, Melita’s shareholders, until 2019.

Over the past twelve months, the Melita Foundation has extended its support to various organisations, from environmental groups like Nature Trust Malta and Zibel to heritage organisations like Din l-Art Helwa and the St John’s Co-Cathedral Foundation. It has also committed resources to helping children in need or managing difficult circumstances and to educational projects for migrants, fostering a sense of inclusivity and community.

Professor Tanya Sammut-Bonnici, Chair of the Melita Foundation, said, “Looking ahead, the Melita Foundation is committed to expanding its support for projects within our pillars of creativity and digital skills, which involve vulnerable and disadvantaged groups, including, but not limited to persons with disabilities, the elderly and children at risk. With support from Melita Limited’s shareholders, we aim to provide more long-term support for programmes that have impacted people’s lives.”

Information on more than 80 projects the Melita Foundation has supported over the past five years can be found at www.melitafoundation.org.

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€50,000 Raised For Young Mother Battling Cancer After Appeal

Feb 17 2025

After Birzebbuga deputy mayor Josette Busuttil heard the story of Kimberly Zammit, a 22 year old battling cancer, she issued a call for support for the young mother.

Busuttil issued an appeal for help on her social media, recounting how Kimberly had to undergo treatment as soon as she gave birth to her daughter.

‘She was taken to the UK, but on the last day they realised that she had breast cancer. Treatment after treatment, but it continued to spread.’

‘She has another three tumours. Doctors told her that at this stage there’s nothing that can be done.’

Josette wrote how she found out of a private hospital in Germany which has her last hope – an injection against the tumour. However, every injection costs €3,900.

After the call for help was issued, Kimberly issued a video thanking everyone for their help in sending money to help her. She unveiled that a whopping €50,000 were collected, thanking Josette and Gwida for sharing her story.

She expressed how grateful she was for complete strangers who decided to help her.

If you wish to contribute, you can do so by calling 98112532.

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81 Road Incidents Last Week: 5 With Injuries

Feb 17 2025

In the past week, Transport Malta recorded 81 incidents involving collisions or damaged vehicles, out of which 5 also included injuries.

The average response time from Transport Malta enforcement officers was less than 13 minutes.

Transport Malta reminded drivers to remain vigilant and drive safely with precautions and aim to prevent accidents.

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