# Malta Junior Eurovision selection process

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/malta-junior-eurovision-selection-process
> Updated: 2026-09-17T19:57:45.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Malta has initiated its selection process for the 2026 Junior Eurovision Song Contest via the television program ‘The Voice Kids’. The competition features coaches Destiny Chukunyere, Aleandro Spiteri Monsigneur, and Gaia Cauchi, with the winner set to represent the country at the contest held in Ta’ Qali this October.

As the competition progresses, Annis Joy Buttigieg and Maya Galea have advanced to the final of ‘The Voice Kids Malta’ after being selected by coach Aleandro Spiteri Monsigneur. The selection process continues with the sing-offs for Gaia Cauchi’s team, which includes six singers. This year, Malta is scheduled to host the Junior Eurovision Song Contest, marking its third time hosting the event.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: Annis Joy Buttigieg and Maya Galea reach The Voice Kids Malta final

Annis Joy Buttigieg and Maya Galea have reached the final of The Voice Kids Malta, competing for a chance to represent the country at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2026.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/annis-joy-buttigieg-and-maya-galea-reach-the-voice-kids-malta-final

### 2026-09-06: Malta and Switzerland update Eurovision selection processes

Malta begins its Junior Eurovision 2026 selection via ‘The Voice Kids’, while Switzerland closes song submissions for the Eurovision Song Contest 2027.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malta-and-switzerland-update-eurovision-selection-processes

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Cite as: Malta Junior Eurovision selection process. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/malta-junior-eurovision-selection-process