Ozzy Lino to take on 48-hour singathon for mental health
The fundraising event is to take place from February 6 to 8 at Esplora
Popular singer Ozzy Lino will take on a 48-hour singathon to raise awareness of mental health. Organised in collaboration with Caritas, the Mental Health Association Gozo, the Richmond Foundation and Esplora Interactive Science Centre, the event will take place from February 6 to 8 at the Planetarium Hall, Esplora, Villa Bighi, Kalkara.
The singer will perform live and non-stop for 48 hours, accompanied by a rotating line-up of guest singers and musicians.
“This isn’t a concert − it’s a test of the human spirit,” Ozzy said. “Singing for 48 hours demands more than vocal stamina. It’s a battle against fatigue, emotion and the physical limits of the body.”
Marica Cassar, PR and fundraising manager at Caritas Malta, said the initiative has “a twofold impact” for Caritas. Beyond the fundraising aspect, which supports the organisation as it continues to evolve its free mental health services, the initiative itself is “deeply inspiring”.
“Through this 48-hour singing challenge, Ozzy will demonstrate strength, resilience and determination in overcoming all odds to reach the ‘finishing line’. This resonates strongly with Caritas’ mission, as it highlights the positive and natural highs that can be achieved through singing and the arts, providing a powerful outlet for self-expression, emotions and the challenges faced by those struggling with mental health issues and drug abuse,” Cassar said.
This isn’t a concert − it’s a test of the human spirit
Alison Sciberras, communications manager at Richmond Foundation, highlighted that the 48-hour event not only celebrates and promotes local music and talent, but also plays an important role in raising awareness about mental health − one of the key pillars of Richmond Foundation’s work. Sciberras added that such initiatives help strengthen community understanding and dialogue around mental health, while supporting the foundation’s mission to assist individuals living with mental health challenges within the community.
Pauline Camilleri, president of the Mental Health Association Gozo, described the event as an “ambitious” one and said that the event aligns perfectly with “our mission to support mental health education and provide a voice for individuals with mental health challenges”.
A call is currently open for volunteers to assist throughout the singathon. Those interested in joining the support team may apply via this link.
The public is encouraged to attend the event to support the singer and the other entities involved. In the coming days, details on how to make donations will be announced.