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TENNIS – Dina Razafimahatratra expected in Nairobi

Madagascar’s tennis scene will be represented by Dina Razafimahatratra, a Level 3 certified coach, at the World Tennis Regional Coaches Conference for English-speaking Africa, scheduled to take place in Nairobi, Kenya, from September 28 to 30, 2026. As a recipient of an educational scholarship covering accommodation and meals, Dina Razafimahatratra is personally funding his travel […]

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CLIMATE FORECAST – The South prepares for a potential drought

Southern Madagascar is bracing for a potential worsening of drought conditions. Seventeen districts and nearly 425,000 people could be affected by the impacts of El Niño, with possible consequences for water access, agriculture, and livelihoods. In response, Malagasy authorities, the United Nations, and their partners are strengthening anticipatory measures. A meeting was held on August

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International Youth Day: Young people want to stand out

The youth of Toliara wish to play an active role in the development of the Atsimo Andrefana region, a sentiment they clearly expressed yesterday. A carnival featuring traditional attire kicked off the International Youth Day celebrations in Toliara. Yesterday, young people marched from the Ankilifaly Youth Center to the iconic site of Ankilisoafilira, a venue

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SWIMMING – MADAGASCAR CHAMPIONSHIPS – Pre-selection for the Indian Ocean Island Games on the agenda

The Madagascar Open Swimming Championships in a 25m pool kicked off this Thursday at the Saint-Gabriel College pool in Mahajanga. “Just like the 50m pool championships held in April at the ANS Ampefiloha, this short-course summit is open to all licensed swimmers to broaden the detection of potential talents for the 2027 Indian Ocean Island

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NY RAY FANAIKY – “I don’t want to become a copy of Fanaiky”

Following the tribute concert for his father on the Grande Scène de Jazz@Tohatohabato, Ny Ray Fanaiky Rasolomahatratra, son of the iconic bassist Fanaiky, reflects on this emotional performance, his apprenticeship under his father, and his ambition to keep his musical legacy alive. In an interview, Ny Ray shares his feelings about the tribute, noting that

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TAXATION – The municipality reduces property tax on built properties

The property tax on built properties (IFPB) has seen a decrease for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. “The reduction ranges from 30% to 70%, depending on several criteria such as the property’s surface area, geographical location, and occupancy status (rented or owner-occupied),” explained Tony Rabarison, head of the revenue service of the Urban Commune of Antananarivo

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U18 AfroBasket Quarter-Finals: Madagascar Can Defy the Odds Against Senegal

Madagascar and Senegal will face off this Thursday in the U18 AfroBasket quarter-finals at the Treichville court in Abidjan at 6:30 PM Madagascar time. This is a decisive match for both nations, as a loss means elimination and the end of the dream for potential 2027 World Cup qualification. Off the court, the statistics present

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KIDNEY FAILURE – Dialysis delays kidney transplantation

At 21, Sahaza must raise 112 million ariary for a kidney transplant while undergoing three dialysis sessions per week. His medical care consumes a large portion of the funds collected. Raising approximately 112 million ariary (26,000 dollars) for a kidney transplant while covering nearly 440,000 ariary per dialysis session, three times a week—this is the

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FUEL SUPPLY – Petroleum Group fears potential disruptions

The tanker carrying diesel for Jirama and the vessel transporting the cargo for the Petroleum Group of Madagascar (GPM) have arrived in Toamasina. This simultaneous arrival requires logistical coordination to ensure the continuity of supply. A logistical challenge has emerged at the port of Toamasina with the arrival of two tankers. One, named Sunda 1,

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