Round Table Malta

Malta, a small, historically rich island nation in the Mediterranean, is known for its strategic location, deep cultural heritage, and close-knit communities. Round Table Malta reflects these qualities, standing out within the Round Table movement as a small yet tightly connected national association. Founded in 1975, with a National Association in 1981, RT Malta prides itself on fostering a strong sense of brotherhood among its members.

Despite its size, RT Malta is highly active in social events, local charity, and international cooperation, all of which are built around fellowship. The association promotes self-improvement, encouraging members to grow personally and professionally while working to improve their communities. Tables within RT Malta maintain a supportive yet competitive dynamic, challenging one another to strive for excellence while offering assistance when needed.

Maltese Tablers are encouraged to Table abroad as much as possible, which has led to members holding several RTI leadership positions over the years. Additionally, RT Malta’s National AGM is considered an ideal introduction for Tablers looking to expand their international experience, as the event is small (<100 pax) and maintains a welcoming atmosphere that makes guests feel at home. With a deep commitment to service, camaraderie, and international engagement, RT Malta continues to punch above its weight in the global Round Table community.

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Tables

Due to its small geographic size, the Tables in Malta are not based in different areas, rather, they meet on different days. There are three clubs in Malta, namely:

• • Round Table Malta 1,
  • Round Table Malta 2,
  • Round Table Malta 3

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Interesting Facts

• • The Association has a clubhouse called Dar il-Mejda located in Valletta.
  • Round Table was founded in Malta within a year of the country becoming a Republic. As a result, the original rondel proudly had no king. This sentiment became less important after a couple of decades, and a rondel featuring the king was introduced after RTI was reconstituted.
  • Despite having an age limit of 40, Tablers may extend their membership with the Last Leg Rule (RTMT).
  • A member of RTMT, Joe Zammit Tabona, was interested in becoming President of World Council of Service Clubs (WOCO). To be eligible to do so, Malta needed to be an Association with at least three Tables, but only had one Table at the time. He committed to reaching this target, with Table 2 and Table 3 being chartered in 1980 and 1981, respectively. He become president of Woco in 1983 to 1984.
  • As of 2025, RT Malta will be the only Association to have an RTI President from each of its Tables.

International Roles

International Presidents

• • RTI 2010–2011 — Steve Ganado
  • RTI 2005–2006 — Simon Cusens
  • WOCO 1983–1984 — Joe Zammit Tabona

Regional Chairmen

• • SEM 2018–2019 — Joseph Meli Attard
  • EMA 2006–2007 — Alex Abela, and International Treasurer
  • EMA 1998–1999 — Michael Ellul Vincenti
  • E&M 1990–1991 — Ian De Cesare
  • E&M 1981–1982 — Joseph Zammit-Tabone

Repeated Activities

• • National Annual General Meeting, typically at the end of October
  • Club Annual General Meetings, around September
  • National Half Year Meeting, around April
  • Katina Cup: An annual intertable football tournament

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Community Service Projects

Every year, each Table may propose a Service Project cause and fund fundraising event. A vote is taken, and the winning project becomes the National Service Project and is supported by all members of the Association.

Recent causes include: Suret il-Bniedem Foundation 🔗

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History

Full history of Round Table Malta

International Recognition

2023–2024: Mission 2X Award
2021–2022: SEM Association of the Year

Past International Events

Despite being a small Association, Round Table Malta has organised several international events:

• • SEM Tabler’s Meeting 2024
  • SEM Tabler’s Meeting 2019
  • Southern Tabler’s Meeting 2011
  • EMATM 2006 Malta (European Mediterranean and Americas Region Tabler’s Meeting)
  • Eurosail 2004
  • IROs Meeting 2000 Malta
  • EMATM 1996? — to confirm
  • IROs Meeting 1993 Malta
  • IROs Meeting 1988 Malta
  • EMTM 1983 Malta (European Mediterranean Tabler’s Meeting)

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Rondel

Blazon of Round Table Malta Rondel

• • At the chief, RTI King Arthur holding sword and globus cruciger on white,
  • At the fess, white eight-pointed Maltese cross charge, on red field,
  • Thin black inner band,
  • Gyronny in alternating white and black,
  • Border of white on the dexter, red on the sinister, bounded by thin black bands.

Previous Versions

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