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COOPERATION – IMF reaches agreement with Guinea for a $440 million aid program

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced on Wednesday that it has reached an agreement with the Guinean government for an aid program totaling $439 million to “strengthen the country’s fiscal and monetary position.” This 41-month program still requires approval from the Fund’s Executive Board, which is expected to meet soon. It is also intended to […]

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ELECTIONS – Electoral stakeholders urged to strengthen awareness on voter registration

The Independent National Electoral Commission (Ceni) is calling on all stakeholders involved in the electoral process to strengthen public awareness regarding voter registration. Thierry Rakotonarivo, President of the electoral management body, emphasized that beyond the Ceni, political parties, civil society organizations, and various national stakeholders share the responsibility of informing and explaining these procedures to

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FUEL – Up to 800 Ariary difference per liter between Jirama’s usual purchases and direct state imports, says Colonel Michaël Randrianirina

“A significant gap.” Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, President of the Refondation, present in Toamasina to welcome the tanker Sunda One, which is loaded with over 60,000 cubic meters of diesel for Jirama, provided details on the financial benefits of the state’s direct fuel importation. He cited a “significant gap,” noting a “substantial sum ranging from 600

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PROPERTY TAX – Rental value per square meter for built properties decreases in the Urban Commune of Antananarivo

The rental value per square meter, which serves as the basis for calculating the tax on built properties in the Urban Commune of Antananarivo (CUA), has decreased for the 2023-2024 fiscal campaign. It is now set between 944 ariary per square meter for the simplest constructions and 9,168 ariary for the most advanced ones, compared

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Jirama – Granville: Partnership for battery assembly and solar training

A solar battery assembly unit and a specialized technical training center will be established, thanks to two agreements concluded between Jirama and the company Granville, in order to strengthen capacities in the field of solar energy in Madagascar. These two complementary axes aim to develop both skills and equipment. Jirama and… Captured & Published at:

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Air Transport: Emirates relaxes travel conditions to Dubai

Unlimited date changes without fees, reduced refund penalties, and expanded insurance coverage. Emirates is enhancing the flexibility offered to its passengers, particularly for travel to Dubai. On August 11, the airline announced a series of new measures designed to allow its customers to adapt their travel plans more easily. Captured & Published at: 2026-08-13 07:53:37

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Heritage: The Epic of Joseph Rakotoarison of ‘Diarin’ny nofy’

The Itaosy district is a breeding ground for folk music, known as ‘vakodrazana’ or ancestral heritage. This is exemplified by ‘Diarin’ny nofy’, a troupe led by a great man with eternal youth: Joseph Rakotoarison. The creation of ‘Diarin’ny Nofy’, a folk group dedicated to keeping ‘vakodrazana’ alive, is quite unique. Captured & Published at: 2026-08-13

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Appointment: Lejim 415 appointed as Chairman of the Board of OMDA

An ethnomusicology doctor, Jimmy Hilarion Rakotonavory, known as Lejim 415, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Board of the Malagasy Copyright Office (OMDA) since August 6th, the day of the new board’s first meeting. He succeeds the comedian Francis Turbo, whose real name is Francis Razafiarison. The board of directors is composed of…

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Festival of Beauty: Cultural Buzz in Sambirano

Ambanja will host the third edition of the Festival of Beauty from August 28th to 29th. Organized by the Diaconie de la Beauté Association of the Diocese of Ambanja, this major gathering will bring together artists, Christian communities, and cultural actors to celebrate art and faith. This new edition takes on a special dimension with

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Basketball: Mathias M’Madi continues his journey at Orchies

Madagascan international point guard/shooting guard Mathias M’Madi has officially extended his contract with Basket Club d’Orchies for the 2026-2027 season. The northern French club confirmed the continuation of their partnership this Wednesday, despite previous announcements regarding the young player’s departure. Having arrived in January 2026 as a medical replacement, M’Madi quickly established himself within the

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