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Insecurity: Three suspected members of a Masonic lodge in pre-trial detention for alleged ‘witchcraft, desecration of graves, kidnapping, and murder’

Three additional suspects have been detained in connection with kidnapping and murder cases. Public Prosecutor Narindra Navalona Rakotoniaina confirmed in a video released Saturday by the Ministry of Justice that three alleged members of a ‘Masonic lodge’ have been placed in pre-trial detention. They are accused of ‘acts of witchcraft, desecration of graves, kidnapping, and […]

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CONFLICTS – Boko Haram attack near N’Guigmi leaves around ten soldiers dead in Niger

An attack attributed to the jihadist group Boko Haram against a military position near N’Guigmi, in southeastern Niger, left about ten Nigerien soldiers dead on Friday, according to local sources cited by AFP and the Nigerien Press Agency (ANP). According to a resident of N’Guigmi who requested anonymity for security reasons, the attack occurred on

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CONFLICTS – Fighting erupts between federal forces and Tigrayan rebels in northern Ethiopia

Fighting broke out on Saturday between Ethiopian federal forces and rebels from the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) in northern Ethiopia. These clashes have reignited fears of a new conflict in a region that emerged from a deadly war less than four years ago. According to rebel authorities, the clashes were still ongoing by midday.

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AIR TRANSPORT – Comoros and Madagascar Reconnected by Air After Years of Interruption

Flight MD152 was welcomed with full honors in Moroni. It was around 11 a.m. this Friday, July 30, under the sweltering heat of Moroni, when the Madagascar Airlines ATR 72 began its descent toward Prince Said Ibrahim Airport. On the tarmac, firefighters were ready for the traditional “water salute,” reserved for inaugural flights. On board,

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HUMAN TRAFFICKING – Madagascar reiterates its commitment to fighting scamming networks

A confirmed commitment. As the United States expresses concern over the presence of fraudulent call centers on the Great Island, Madagascar reaffirms its determination to combat human trafficking for the purpose of exploitation in criminal activities, particularly online scams. Although the current Malagasy law on human trafficking does not yet explicitly recognize this offense, Minister

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EPIDEMIC – Thousands of students and staff at the University of Antananarivo sensitized, over 200 vaccinated against Mpox during a two-day campaign

Shocking images paired with key messages were displayed by medical teams and awareness agents at the University of Antananarivo during a two-day free Mpox awareness and vaccination campaign held on July 30 and 31. The information captured the attention of students, administrative and technical staff, as well as faculty members. Thousands were reached by the

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FOOTBALL – Gianni Infantino abandons plan to bring private investors into FIFA

Facing widespread criticism, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has abandoned the project to open the association to private investors. “After listening carefully to all points of view, it has become clear that the project has created divisions (…) that are no longer in the interest of the original objective,” he acknowledged in a statement released this

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Justice: Tougher response against kidnappings

In response to the surge in kidnappings and violence, particularly targeting individuals with albinism, the Ministry of Justice issued a directive to all courts and tribunals across the country on July 29. The Ministry of Justice is taking a firmer stance. From Faravohitra, authorities aim to accelerate the processing of these cases. Captured & Published

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Local Governance: 15 Pilot Communes in a Competition

The selection process for fifteen pilot communes tasked with testing a new local development approach was launched on Thursday, July 30, in Antsirabe. This initiative is part of the ‘Local Governance’ component of the ‘Tou-te-s Redevables’ (All Accountable) program, funded by the European Union (EU) and implemented by Expertise France. Captured & Published at: 2026-08-01

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Ankaramalaza: Thousands of pilgrims gather for a week of faith and celebration

An exceptional spiritual fervor has taken hold of the great Tobilehibe camp. Approximately 30,000 pilgrims from all corners of Madagascar, along with international delegations, notably from the Lutheran Church (FLM) of Canada and Europe, have gathered to celebrate the 85th anniversary of this landmark of the Lutheran Revival. For an entire week, the event has

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