Aqta' Xiex 鈥� Kwi偶偶 tal-Malti | 臓img魔a tal-Malti 2026

Event: Aqta' Xiex 鈥� Kwi偶偶 tal-Malti | 臓img魔a tal-Malti 2026

Date: Saturday 17 October 2026

Time: 19:00-23:00

Venue: Lija Bo膵膵i Clubhouse, 摩al Lija

On Saturday 17 October, at 19:00, the 摩al Lija Bo膵膵i Clubhouse will host Aqta’ Xiex, an entertaining five-round quiz. It will be hosted by Rachel Micallef, well known for her role as Ruth in the television series Simpati膵i, with a musical performance by Marija Bellia, a finalist in the most recent edition of Mu偶ika Mu偶ika.

Each team should consist of between 3 and 5 people. Admission is free. Reserve your place by Sunday, 11 October, by emailing dizzjunarju@um.edu.mt. Places are limited. The winning team will receive a prize.

Activity supported by Merlin Publishers and .

This event is part of the first edition of the 臓img魔a tal-Malti (Maltese Language Week), taking place from 12 to 18 October 2026, with a public talk, a quiz, activities for students, and a campaign across radio, television and social media.

The initiative invites everyone, including those learning Maltese, to use and enjoy the language in everyday life. The week coincides with World Dictionary Day on 16 October and with the anniversaries of the birth and death of Dun Karm, Malta’s national poet.

During the week, the Dizzjunarju.mt team will also launch an original song on social media to bring the public closer to the dictionary. The music is by Daniel Cauchi, who placed second in the most recent edition of Mu偶ika Mu偶ika, with lyrics by Prof. Michael Spagnol and Bradley Cachia.

A number of familiar faces will also take part in the celebrations, including Keith Demicoli, Ron Briffa, Eileen Montesin, Christine Haber, Marvic Camilleri and Josline Camilleri.

Everyone can take part, wherever they may be, by reading a book, listening to music, or sharing a Maltese word or expression. People can also choose Maltese when writing a birthday card or preparing wedding invitations. Schools, bookshops and organisations are encouraged to organise their own activities, such as readings or evenings of Maltese music and poetry.

Businesses can choose Maltese names for their shops or initiatives, while restaurants can offer menus in Maltese. Government departments, local councils and other entities are encouraged to ensure that their signs and notices are also available in Maltese, written clearly and correctly. The aim is for the week to leave behind habits and choices that give Maltese a greater presence throughout the year.

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