Malta Updates & Articles

NewsMarch 30, 2022April 8, 2024

SA and Malta – two of the Queen’s favourite places.

* Photo credit: News24

Having travelled extensively throughout the world, it’s not surprising that the Queen has a few favourite destinations. These include St Mawes, Cornwall; South Africa; Malta; Kenya; Brazil; Canada, and the Scottish Highlands. (Condé Nast Traveler, March 23, 2022.)

Princess Elizabeth celebrated her 21st birthday during a memorable family holiday in South Africa in 1947. Arriving in Cape Town, the family travelled extensively across the country.

As a young married couple, the Queen and Prince Philip lived on the island of Malta when he was stationed there as a Royal Naval Officer. Their home, an elegant villa in Valletta, was a gift from Philip’s uncle, Lord Mountbatten. It was here in 1949/50, that the Queen enjoyed a spell of ordinary life as a naval officer’s wife.

NewsMarch 22, 2022April 8, 2024

Malta shifts time by 1 hour on March 27

Summer arrives on 27th March as we change to 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+2).

Malta is generally on Central European Standard time (CET) which is an hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time, other than when Malta reverts to daylight saving and the local time is shifted forward by 1 hour.

Business, NewsMarch 9, 2022April 8, 2024

Meet about Malta in South Africa – See you in April!

We are planning our April calendar and can’t wait to see you face to face.

If you like to get our programme when it’s out pop us your email on merle@maltalifestyle

BusinessMarch 1, 2022April 8, 2024

Foreign Exchange and Taxation for South Africans interested in Malta

It’s time to re-calibrate our thinking on how and where we invest – it’s easier than you think!

Considering the volatility of the BRICS, let’s us show you new styles that go beyond RA’s, endowments and other investment programmes. You can take charge in a couple of easy steps and not be held captive.

For a limited time only, we are offering a highly valued complimentary session. Book your appointment today by getting in touch on merle@maltalifestyle.com or through https://calendly.com/merlewhale/20?month=2022-03

NewsFebruary 26, 2022April 8, 2024

Pope Francis set to visit Malta this April

The Vatican have announced the itinerary for Pope Francis’ upcoming visit to Malta between the 2 and 3 of April.

This will include a celebratory mass on the Granaries in Floriana, meeting with migrants at the Peace Lab in Ħal Far, as well as a prayer meeting at Ta Pinu Sanctuary in Gozo.

Below is the full itinerary:

Saturday 2 April

8:30am – Departure by airplane from Rome/Fiumicino International Airport to Malta

10am – Arrival at Malta International Airport / Welcome ceremony at airport

10:50am – Visit to the President of Malta at the Grand Master’s Palace in Valletta

11:35am – Meeting with the Prime Minister at the Grand Master’s Palace in Valletta

11:50am – Meeting with the authorities and the Diplomatic Corps at the Grand Master’s Palace in Valletta

3:50pm – Departure by catamaran from Grand Harbour to Gozo

5pm – Arrival at Mgarr Harbour

5:30pm – Prayer meeting at the national shrine of Ta’ Pinu in Gozo

6:45pm – Departure by ferry from Mgarr Harbour to Malta

7:30pm – Arrival at Cirkewwa Harbour and transfer to the Apostolic Nunciature

Sunday 3 April

7:45am – Private meeting with the members of the Society of Jesus at the Apostolic Nunciature in Rabat

8:30am – Visit to the Grotto of St Paul at the Basilica of St Paul in Rabat

10:15am – Holy Mass at the Granaries in Floriana

4:45pm – Meeting with migrants at the Peace Lab in Ħal Far

5:50pm – Farewell ceremony at the Malta International Airport

6:15pm – Departure by airplane for Rome

7:40pm – Arrival at Rome/ Fiumicino International Airport

Business, NewsFebruary 26, 2022April 8, 2024

New COVID-19 Update

As from 7th March 2022:

Quarantine will be reduced to 7 days for travelers arriving from Dark Red List Countries (following a negative PCR test).
Malta will recognize certificates with WHO-approved vaccines even if not approved by the EMA (as long as the certificate is recognized by the superintendent of public health and a negative PCR test is presented upon arrival).
Establishments can remain open until their licence operating time.
No quarantine is required for non-vaccinated secondary contacts.
Quarantine will be reduced to 5 days for non-vaccinated primary contacts (subject a negative PCR test).

Business, NewsFebruary 22, 2022April 8, 2024

Is the South African vaccination certificate officially recognised in Malta?

The South African electronic vaccination certificate has been officially recognised in Malta via the Verifly app.

Travelers from South Africa are requested to:

1. Submit their passenger locator form (PLF).

2. Provide proof of a valid South African vaccination certificate recognised by the Superintendent of Public Health.

Click here for the official guidelines – bit.ly/3p60BTk

Check announcements as regards to quarantine requirements, anticipated to be updated by March 2022.

#update — Quarantine for those coming from South Africa has been lifted effectively on 24th February.

Are you planning an inspection visit?

Looking forward to sharing our Malta for South Africans with you.

If you and your family are considering a move to Malta, get in touch with us today on merle@maltalifestyle.com to see how we may be able to assist you or whatsapp +2782574461

Business, NewsFebruary 11, 2022April 8, 2024

Malta projected to have the highest 2022 economic growth rate across the EU

In its winter forecasts, the European Commission predicts Malta’s economic growth for 2022 will reach an impressive 6% of GDP, which is 2% points higher than the average projected growth of 4% for the entire EU.

The EU forecast says Malta is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels of economic activity around mid-2022.

Read the full article here: https://timesofmalta.com/articles/view/malta-projected-to-have-eus-highest-economic-growth-for-2022.933568

Considering moving to Malta? Get in touch today to see how we can help

Business, NewsFebruary 1, 2022April 8, 2024

Malta has the lowest inflation rate in the EU

Everyone is feeling the pinch with rising household costs across the world. According to the Euro stats report of January 2022* Malta registered the lowest annual inflation rate of 2.6% within the EU which as a whole had an average inflation rate of 5%.

How has Malta’s inflation rate managed to keep so low you may ask yourself; this is mainly due to the Energy policy implemented by the current government. This ensures gas and electricity prices are keep at a fixed rate. Though Malta has seen increase in food prices the average rise in household costs in Malta are significantly lower compared the rest of Europe.

Many countries in Europe have suffered large energy price hikes seriously impacting every household. Take for example The Netherlands where the average household gas and electricity bill has risen from €100 per month to a staggering €175 per month. Cyprus also saw a large hike taking their household energy bills from €100 per month to €137.*

Sadly, with the current tension on the Ukraine-Russia border, energy prices could increase further.

*Sources: Eurostat, The Journal MT

NewsJanuary 25, 2022April 8, 2024

Covid Vaccination Certificate

I facilitated a very productive meeting recently with both Health Authorities of Malta and South Africa. These key roles players, including representation from the IT department of the National Department of Health, are keen to find a solution for Vaccinated South Africans to enter Malta / EU.I will pursue the coordination between the countries and keep you updated.

Are you planning on travelling here soon and want to be kept updated? email merle@maltalifestyle.com

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