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Urban Commune of Antananarivo: Launch of the digitalization of markets

A major chapter is turning for the urban economy of Antananarivo. The digitalization of markets has been launched. This project aims to sanitize the sector and facilitate the lives of the merchants of the ‘City of a Thousand’. The large-scale ceremony brought together the highest officials of the municipality yesterday, illustrating the general mobilization of […]

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Mamy Ravatomanga: Heard by the Supreme Court in Mauritius yesterday

A new judicial twist for Mamy Ravatomanga. The businessman was taken to the Supreme Court in Port Louis yesterday under heavy police escort. This appearance follows an order issued on May 25 by a judge sitting in chambers. The order mandates the Master and Registrar to formally collect, in writing, the responses of the tycoon.

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Load shedding and energy shortage: JIRAMA requisitioned to purchase 18 generator sets from a Russian company

In the midst of a state of energy emergency, the government has given the green light to proceed without a call for tenders. “Taky baiko” (an order to be executed without discussion). The Council of Ministers used this strong term to formalize the Malagasy government’s decision to requisition JIRAMA for the procurement of 18 generator

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After Gezani and Fytia: Toamasina seeks to break the cycle of destruction and reconstruction

Following the devastating passage of cyclones Gezani and Fytia, the response is no longer limited to emergency measures. With financial support from the World Bank, the Malagasy government has mobilized several mechanisms to assist the population and restore essential services. On the ground, the Intervention Fund for Development (FID) has notably implemented […] Captured &

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ART AND CULTURE – Isalo weaves an ode to artistic transformation

Since the end of September 2026, nearly 15,000 m² of textiles have been deployed in Isalo to bring a monumental butterfly to life. Titled “Project Transformation,” this work by Belgian artist Wim Tellier, known for the Focus Festival in Ankasy, is one of his most ambitious artistic projects. Installed at the Le Jardin de Roy

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SOANIERANA IVONGO – Two teachers die in motorcycle collision

Two teachers, a father and his son, lost their lives in a collision between two motorcycles that occurred the day before yesterday afternoon on the Secondary National Road 5 (RNS5), about 25 kilometers from Soanierana Ivongo. The victims were 35 and 36 years old. The father of the older man, who was traveling with him,

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MORAFENO – Irregular scales and weights seized

The Boeny Regional Directorate of Commerce is intensifying its inspections at local markets to verify the measuring instruments used by merchants for selling various goods. During the third surprise inspection conducted this year, officials seized several non-compliant measuring instruments at the Morafeno market last Monday. “Some merchants strive to comply with the law and use

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MANDRITSARA – Protest turns into vandalism

A student mobilization degenerated into acts of vandalism at the University of Androna-Mandritsara, following an alleged fraud case involving four students during an exam. Rooms and equipment at the institution were damaged during the protest. Journalists who arrived to cover the events were also reportedly targeted. The tension stemmed from an alleged cheating case. Four

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MUSIC – Misebosebo to bring rhythm to the Fitovinagny region

The Fitovinagny region, located in southeastern Madagascar and bordered by the Indian Ocean, is preparing to showcase its cultural identity. Following the division of the former Vatovavy-Fitovinany region in June 2021, the territory will host the Misebosebo 2026 festival in Manakara from December 19 to 23. The event will bring together various initiatives centered on

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ANTANANARIVO – A new card system to facilitate market fee payments

The Urban Commune of Antananarivo has begun restructuring the management of its markets. The distribution of identification cards to merchants started on October 7 at the Analakely City Hall. This initiative aims to better identify vendors, simplify the payment of market fees, and strengthen revenue tracking. According to municipal data, nearly 60,000 merchants in the

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