Malta’s Brightest Young Innovators Head to the JA StartUp Finals

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Four student startups are ready to pitch for €10,000 and the chance to represent Malta in Europe.

Get ready, Malta — a wave of fresh startups business ideas is hitting the stage. The JA Malta StartUp Programme 2025 is back, and the finals are just around the corner!

Last weekend, EY Malta hosted the semi-finals. Nine impressive teams pitched their ideas, each hoping to earn a spot in the finals. Now, just four startups remain.

The Final Four Are:

  • ClassHopper

  • Clothink

  • MontiNotes

  • MediMind

These teams impressed the judges with their originality, passion, and potential. They come from local institutions like St. Martin’s Institute and the University Degree Plus Programme. Their success shows how much talent is growing across Malta’s student community.

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What’s Next?

The final event takes place on May 24th at Sir Temi Zammit Hall. Each team will pitch their idea live in front of a panel of experts. The winner will be crowned Startup of the Year, while the winner of the ESG Sustainability award will receive a €10,000 grant to launch their startup.

Even better? They’ll go on to represent Malta at the Gen-E Online Awards, Europe’s largest event for young entrepreneurs.

Hosting the Finals

Vibe FM’s very own Frank Zammit, Station Director, will host the finals. His energy and experience will help make the night unforgettable.

A Big Thanks to the Partners

This programme wouldn’t happen without strong support from the local business community. Major thanks go to HSBC Malta Foundation, Jobsplus, EY Malta, Tech.mt, Aġenzija Żgħażagħ, Atlas Insurance, Bolt, Malta Business Registry (MBR), and Camilleri Preziosi Advocates.

Why the Programme Matters

The JA Malta StartUp Programme is more than just a competition. It’s a real-world experience for young adults aged 18 to 30. Participants take part in workshops, bootcamps, and mentoring sessions. They learn how to validate an idea, build a pitch, and launch a business.

This is all part of JA Malta’s mission to prepare young people for the future. A member of JA Worldwide, recently nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, JA Malta is focused on building skills in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and job readiness.

Catch the action on May 24th and follow Vibe FM and vibe.mt for the latest updates of the JA Malta Startup Programme 2025 Finals.

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