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Events to Mark Ninth Anniversary of Daphne Caruana Galizia’s Assassination

A program of events, organized by Repubblika and #occupyjustice, will be held to mark the ninth anniversary of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia's assassination. Taking place throughout October 2026, with core activities from October 4th to 16th, these events in Valletta and Msida, Malta, include a concert, discussions, a public lecture, and various remembrance gatherings calling for truth, justice, and accountability.

Date
Oct 4-16, 2026
Location
Valletta
Status
Upcoming
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Events to Mark Ninth Anniversary of Daphne Caruana Galizia’s Assassination

Event summary

Highlights

  • Concert for Justice featuring various bands at Triton Square, Valletta
  • Public lecture by Professor Francesca Rispoli on "The Right to Truth"
  • Whistleblowing workshop led by Anna Myers
  • Main remembrance event opposite Parliament calling for truth, justice, and accountability
The program, themed "Justice Demands Action," aims to highlight press freedom, whistleblower protection, and accountability. Events commence on October 4th with "Protesta: Concert for Justice" at Triton Square in Valletta, featuring performances by multiple bands including Brikkuni, Beangrowers, and Superlove. A round-table discussion focusing on citizen participation and democratic renewal will be held on October 10th at the University of Malta Valletta Campus.

On October 15th, Professor Francesca Rispoli of the Italian anti-mafia network Libera will deliver a public lecture titled "The Right to Truth" at the University of Malta in Msida. The main remembrance events on October 16th include a whistleblowing workshop led by Anna Myers at Casino Maltese in Valletta, a silent gathering at the assassination site in Triq il-Bidnija, a Mass for Daphne at St Francis Church in Valletta, and a public remembrance event opposite Parliament to renew calls for "truth, justice and accountability."

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