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INFRASTRUCTURE – Mangoky Bridge construction reaches 50% completion

Construction of the future Mangoky Bridge is progressing. The Ministry of Public Works reports that the construction of the 880-meter-long bridge on the RN9, which connects the Atsimo-Andrefana region to the Menabe region, is 47% complete. Technical details indicate that the construction of multi-cell culverts, two abutments, 128 piles, and nine out of seventeen footings […]

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NATIONAL ASSEMBLY – Deputies unite to face political dialogue

A new parliamentary entity is taking shape at the National Assembly. Nearly eighty deputies have grouped together to exert influence on the political dialogue initiated by the Head of State and, above all, to prevent the dissolution of their institution. Avoiding dissolution is the primary goal behind the maneuvers unfolding at the National Assembly since

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COOPERATION – Chad and Madagascar on the same wavelength

The strengthening of bilateral relations and the mobilization of the Malagasy diaspora were at the heart of the trip by Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, Head of State, to N’Djamena, Chad. A meeting was notably organized with about twenty Malagasy nationals established in the country. “The diaspora constitutes a strength for Madagascar. Its skills must be better

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CRIMINAL NETWORK – Police thwart human trafficking ring targeting young women for China

A human trafficking network was dismantled in Antananarivo following the interception at Ivato airport of a young woman destined for a forced marriage in China. Four suspects have been placed in pre-trial detention. The police thwarted the trafficking operation late last week. After thorough questioning, it was established that the young woman was to be

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BIODIVERSITY – The birth of thirteen baby ‘Sifaka’ celebrated

Thirteen baby Sifaka have been born in the forests of Mahajeby and Dabolava, offering a glimmer of hope for this critically endangered species. Ten births were recorded in the forests of Mahajeby, in the Fenoarivobe district of the Bongolava region, and three in Dabolava, Miandrivazo, in the Menabe region. The arrival of these thirteen baby

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Fanalamanga: Audit reveals 8.5 billion Ariary in irregularities

An audit of the state-owned company Fanalamanga has uncovered 8.5 billion Ariary in irregular expenditures over the past five years. The new management has pledged to clean up the company’s operations. Koutri Tombotsoa Sahadli, the interim Director General, presented the key findings during an interview on the national television channel TVM last weekend. The audit

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TRAFFIC – Travel intensifies on the RN7

August is marked by high mobility on national roads, largely driven by the ‘famadihana’ (exhumation) ceremonies. The National Road No. 7 (RN7) is particularly busy, accounting for 51.9% of travelers departing from the main bus stations in Antananarivo. In response to this surge, the Land Transport Agency (ATT) has stepped up its inspections. More than

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HYDROCARBONS – SPM authorized to import fuel

It is confirmed. The State Procurement of Madagascar (SPM) has become the state’s arm for importing hydrocarbons. It is the entity authorized for this purpose, in accordance with the provisions of the law on downstream petroleum, which was declared constitutional on August 3 and subsequently promulgated. The SPM’s first operation in the petroleum sector involves

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TENNIS – The Razafindrazaka brothers lift three national titles

Ny Avo, the elder, and Ambinina Razafindrazaka made their mark during the Madagascar Junior Championship, which concluded on Sunday. At 15 and 9 years old, the two brothers each secured a national title for Ny Avo and two crowns for Ambinina, confirming their talent and their rise on the courts. The future of Malagasy tennis

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TAPOLAKA GLADY – Rossy reconnects with his roots

On August 22, at the Palais des Sports, Rossy will revisit the history of Tapolaka Glady with “Timeless,” a show intended to bridge the memories of the early editions with new generations. From modest lighting to giant screens, and from limited technical resources to a meticulously designed production, Tapolaka Glady is scaling up without denying

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