The idea is undoubtedly good. Better yet, it has been formalized by a decree: Friday will be dedicated to traditional attire for state agents. It is a major step toward reclaiming national identity, but while necessary, it is not sufficient. One would have preferred it to be a simple request rather than a decree implying […]
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Traffic on National Road 4 (RN4) was disrupted yesterday near Andranofeno, a locality in the Ankazobe district. Bushfires quickly ignited vegetation along both sides of the road, creating thick smoke that blanketed the route. “The smoke significantly reduced visibility, forcing us to slow down to avoid accidents. Others chose to stop completely when flames eventually
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The cycle of diplomatic formalities is complete. Retired General Edelin Calixte Randriamiandrisoa has officially taken up his duties on the multilateral stage. On July 29, the diplomat presented his credentials to Monica Juma, Director-General of the United Nations Office at Vienna. A month earlier, on June 30, he had completed the same procedure with Tatiana
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Rock music once again proved its power to unite all generations. Yesterday, Antsahamanitra brought together a large number of enthusiasts to celebrate Tselatra’s 45-year career. Among the event’s highlights, the band surprised the audience by revisiting Samoëla’s songs in a rock version, an initiative widely acclaimed by the spectators. As a guest at the concert,
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The first rally outside the capital, the 19th edition of the Boeny Rally, organized by Team Go Janga—well-known for the unmissable ‘Rallye Vacances’—will take place from August 13 to 15 in Mahajanga. This event serves as the third round of the Madagascar Rally Championship. “This Boeny Rally will stand out with two special stages in
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Following a period of awareness-raising and a five-day grace period granted to motorists to remove non-compliant lights, authorities have moved to the enforcement phase. The General Directorate of Road Safety (DGSR) conducted an operation on the evening of Thursday, July 30, starting at 8:00 PM. Led by Colonel Rija Alberto Rakotomampianina, head of the operations
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The national track and field championships for the U16, U18, and U20 categories concluded without any new records, yet several athletes displayed promising potential. Over three days at the Alarobia stadium, young talents from various regional leagues competed in sprints, hurdles, relays, middle-distance, and field events. The competition highlighted several prospects for the 2027 Indian
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The 35th edition of Manal’Azy Vita Bacc reached its emotional peak as Olombelo Ricky and Johanne, the son of the late Ramy Franck, shared the stage in a moving tribute at Antsahamanitra this Saturday. Before a massive crowd, Olombelo Ricky paid a poignant tribute to the recently deceased Ramy Franck by inviting his son, Johanne,
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The debate between a decentralized unitary state and a federal model sparked controversy during the National Youth Consultation. In his closing speech on Saturday, the Head of State left it to the people to decide through a vote. A sensitive subject. Based on the turn of events at the National Youth Consultation, which concluded on
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A school district chief and two other individuals have been incarcerated following a police search at a Masonic lodge in Ivandry. Shocking revelations emerged as two men and one woman, suspected of involvement in the case, appeared before the public prosecutor on Saturday, August 1st. Following their hearing, all three suspects were placed in pre-trial
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