In just two days, one man’s Facebook post which describes his growing dissatisfaction with living in Malta accumulated well over 2.9 thousand reactions and 882 shares. 

The post outlined how the country that he, Daniel Muscat, grew up in is continuously becoming more and more unbearable to live in. ‘Everyday, one of the first thoughts to cross my mind are how to leave and start a new life somewhere else.’

Despite not being an easy move to execute, as well as not being a move he wishes to be the case, he said that as time goes on, the more he starts to find Malta distasteful. 

‘And I know I’m not alone. This sentiment is felt strongly in our generation and those younger.’ 

However, how can one blame them, he rhetorically asked, as a tiny island transformed into one giant construction site. Cranes, a labyrinth of closed roads, extended traffic jams, dust and fumes, ugly building blocks everywhere, slimy sea water and deck-chair ridden beaches. 

He went on to say that the island has been taken over by cliques of bullies and criminals, pointing to contractors being lifted on shoulders and laughing with politicians, an authority approving monstrosities and police conspiring with deck chair operators. 

‘Our country is falling piece by piece with the blessing of the authorities as others fatten their pockets through the constant abuse.’ He said that people can either hope that what they love about the island is not taken away or simply leave. 

The post was followed up by an acknowledgment of its reception by Muscat, who went on to ask how we can make the authorities listen to the complaints by the citizens. 

‘I don’t think there is a magic potion which will save us. But we need to start from somewhere. Maybe we don’t have to pack up and leave. Maybe our children will have a chance to enjoy something out of Malta.’

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