‘Ma tagħmlu xejn ma’ Tal-Ajkla’: Żaren launches campaign with a bang

Imagine this: a bustling Republic Street in Valletta, the sun dipping below the Grandmaster’s Palace, and a crowd gathering around a makeshift stage. The air is filled with anticipation, and suddenly, a powerful voice echoes through the capital’s main thoroughfare, “Ma tagħmlu xejn ma’ Tal-Ajkla!” – “We won’t do anything without Tal-Ajkla!” The crowd roars in approval. This was the scene last Saturday as Żaren, Malta’s leading left-wing political party, launched its campaign for the upcoming local council elections.

From Valletta to Żurrieq: A Campaign Kick-off with a Difference

Żaren’s campaign launch was no ordinary affair. Instead of the usual political rallies, the party chose to kick off its campaign with a series of ‘flash mob’ style performances across Malta. The Valletta event was just the beginning. The following day, Żaren took to the streets of Żurrieq, where the party’s candidate for mayor, Emanuel Busuttil, addressed a lively crowd in the town’s main square.

Żaren’s strategy is clear: to engage with voters in their communities, to listen to their concerns, and to show that politics isn’t just about speeches and promises, but about action and solidarity. “We want to show people that we’re not just a party, we’re a movement,” says Żaren’s campaign manager, Dr. Joseph Caruana. “We’re here to listen, to learn, and to act together with the people.”

Tal-Ajkla: The Heart of Żaren’s Campaign

At the heart of Żaren’s campaign is the promise to prioritize local communities and their needs. This is encapsulated in the party’s slogan, “Ma tagħmlu xejn ma’ Tal-Ajkla,” which translates to “We won’t do anything without Tal-Ajkla.” Tal-Ajkla, meaning ‘our people’ in Maltese, is a nod to Żaren’s grassroots origins and its commitment to representing the voice of the people.

Żaren’s manifesto reflects this commitment. The party promises to invest in local infrastructure, to support small businesses, and to create jobs and opportunities for young people. It also pledges to protect Malta’s environment and cultural heritage, and to promote social justice and equality.

Żaren’s Vision for Malta’s Local Councils

Żaren’s vision for Malta’s local councils is one of empowerment and collaboration. The party wants to see councils that are not just administrative bodies, but active participants in shaping their communities’ futures. This means investing in local democracy, encouraging public participation, and fostering a culture of transparency and accountability.

Żaren also wants to see councils working together, sharing resources and best practices to tackle common challenges. “We want to see a network of councils that are strong individually and even stronger together,” says Dr. Caruana. “We believe that by working together, we can achieve so much more for our communities.”

As the campaign continues, Żaren’s message is clear: politics is about people, and it’s time to put ‘tal-ajkla’ at the heart of decision-making. So, whether you’re in Valletta, Żurrieq, or anywhere else in Malta, keep an eye out for Żaren’s campaign. You never know when they might show up next, ready to listen, to learn, and to act together with you.