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MMA: Tsinjo Rakotomaria Triumphs in Nairobi

A remarkable continental achievement. Multiple Madagascar jiu-jitsu champion Tsinjo Nomenjanahary Rakotomaria, known as “Gou,” secured a brilliant victory at the ANZA Mixed Martial Arts Pro Fight in Nairobi, Kenya, on Saturday evening. Competing in the lightweight category, the One Tribe club jiu-jitsu practitioner—who is a two-time national champion of the 4th Madagascar Jiu-Jitsu Grand Open […]

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HUMOUR – Jôkôsô gains in professionalism

The 6th edition of Jôkôsô – The Festival of Laughter concluded yesterday at the Cité des Cultures with a gala featuring several Malagasy comedians. Malagasy humor continues to explore new forms. For this 6th edition, Jôkôsô focused on a tighter program and more polished performances. “We try to be more and more professional with each

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IAVOLOHA – Colonel Randrianirina meets with Fasanikarana workers

Workers who lost their jobs following the closure of the Fasanikarana parking lot were able to present their grievances directly to the Head of State. Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, President of the Refoundation of the Republic of Madagascar, received them yesterday at the Iavoloha State Palace. According to a post on the Refoundation of the Republic’s

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CLASSICAL MUSIC – Quatuor Squad and Lanner Ensemble conclude with a grand finale

Two ensembles, two countries, but one shared stage. Madagascar’s Quatuor Squad and Germany’s Lanner Ensemble held their closing concert on Friday evening at La Teinturerie in Ampasanimalo, as part of the Madagascar Mozarteum program. Following an initial joint performance at the Institut français de Madagascar, this second encounter extended their musical exchange before a large

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FINANCE – BGFIBank supports priority projects

Important projects are not limited to major achievements. For some, it is about preparing for their family’s future, realizing an idea, supporting a loved one, or simply managing daily expenses better. BGFIBank Madagascar placed these concerns at the heart of the evening it organized on Friday, September 18, at the Carlton. The meeting brought together

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INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS – Sino-Malagasy cooperation revitalized

Prime Minister Mamitiana Rajaonarison’s visit to China last week has opened new perspectives for cooperation between the two countries, with agriculture, digital technology, transport, and science and technology identified as key areas. The Prime Minister emphasized the multisectoral nature of this partnership upon his return to Ivato on Saturday. A major focus is agricultural cooperation,

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Girls’ U18 Basketball: ASA Analamanga Claims National Title

As expected, the final of the U18 girls’ national basketball championship in Toliara featured an all-Analamanga duel, with ASA Analamanga securing a 68-57 victory over MB2ALL. From the opening minutes, ASA Analamanga demonstrated superior collective control. Despite MB2ALL’s determined efforts to challenge for the title, they often struggled with composure, allowing ASA to dictate the

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5×5 Basketball – U18 Boys: AST Claims National Title

Trailing for most of the match, AST Analamanga staged a spectacular comeback against ASE Atsimo Andrefana, turning the tide in the final minutes of the championship game. It required nerves of steel to believe in an AST Analamanga victory just minutes before the end. Long dominated by ASE Atsimo Andrefana, who were fueled by their

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FINANCE LAW – Budget prioritizes territorial collectivities

The territorialization of public spending is gaining momentum in the 2026 Rectificative Finance Law. According to the Ministry of Economy and Finance, more than 3.2 trillion ariary is being directed toward the territories. Bringing the budget closer to the realities on the ground is a key objective of the 2026 Rectificative Finance Law. In a

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