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Weather: Red alert for ‘strong winds’ in the extreme North and South of Madagascar

A red alert for ‘strong winds’ was issued yesterday for the extreme North and South of Madagascar, valid for yesterday, October 6, and today, October 7, 2026. Consequently, near Cap Bobaomby in the north, and from Cap Vohimena to Tolagnaro in the south—specifically along the coasts of the Anôsy and Androy regions—residents are advised to […]

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International Hackathon: Kanto Rahandrisoa, the sole Malagasy representative at HackHarvard 2026

Andotiana Kanto Fitiavana Rahandrisoa, a second-year student at the National School of Computer Science (ENI) in Fianarantsoa, has been selected to represent Madagascar at the 2026 edition of “HackHarvard,” an international hackathon to be held from October 16 to 18, 2026, at Harvard University in Massachusetts, USA. Following a rigorous application-based selection process, he will

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Livestock Transformation: A Bet of Approximately 400 Million USD

The government estimates the financing needs for the sector between 2026 and 2030 to be approximately 400 million dollars. The challenge now lies in mobilizing these resources and, above all, transforming them into investments that produce concrete results for livestock farmers. This figure reflects the scale of the ambition of the Malagasy government through the

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Back to School: The HV Foundation distributes 5,000 notebooks to support vulnerable children

On the occasion of the 2026-2027 school year, the Hematlal Veljee (HV) Foundation has renewed its commitment to education in Madagascar through a vast solidarity campaign. Concerned about alleviating the difficulties faced by the most vulnerable families, it distributed 5,000 notebooks, accompanied by snacks, for the benefit of children. Captured & Published at: 2026-10-07 07:23:50

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Ration rice shortage in Mauritius: Malagasy people struggle to adapt to basmati rice

In Mauritius, rice remains a staple food for a large part of the Malagasy community. However, for several weeks now, the shortage of ration rice has complicated the daily lives of many Malagasy workers, who are accustomed to this variety whose taste and texture are similar to those consumed in Madagascar. Ration rice, which is

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2027 Finance Bill – Ministry of Finance and IMF in consultation

The Minister of Economy and Finance, Dr. Herinjatovo Aimé Ramiarison, met with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) representative in Madagascar, Kodjovi Mawulikplimi Eklou, last Monday in Antaninarenina. This technical visit was dedicated to the preparation of the 2027 draft finance bill. Several projects and programs of the Refoundation government are supported by the IMF under

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MAURITIUS – Over two hundred Malagasy nationals in irregular status

Malagasy workers residing in Mauritius are denouncing difficult working conditions and practices they equate to exploitation. Confiscation of passports, long working hours, and insufficient remuneration are among the main complaints reported. There are also suspicions regarding the existence of networks profiting from the vulnerability of these employees. The association Malagasy Miray Hina, which brings together

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ANKAZOTOKANA AMBATOMENA – Suspected killers of an elderly couple arrested

Four neighbors are being held at the gendarmerie station as part of an investigation into the deaths of an elderly couple, who were found lifeless last weekend in Ankazotokana Ambatomena, in the Manjakandriana district. The couple is believed to have been victims of homicide. Investigators are continuing their inquiries and gathering evidence. Certain elements remain

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CINEMA – Two films at the Mental Well-being Festival

Until October 7, the French Institute of Benin is hosting the fourth edition of the International Mental Well-being Festival, featuring 22 films in competition, including eight documentaries and 14 works of fiction. Among these entries from various African countries and France, two fiction films are directed by Malagasy filmmakers: “Roba” by Naina Ravahitrarivo and “Ligne

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Public Finance Management: Citizens Marginalized in Budgetary Decisions

Citizens remain largely excluded from decisions regarding the use of public funds in Madagascar. The public participation score in the budgetary process dropped from 9 out of 100 in 2023 to 4 in 2025. This decline was highlighted in the 2025 Open Budget Survey (OBS), presented on October 6 in Antananarivo. Conducted by MSIS Tatao,

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