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PORT HANDLING – Essential goods benefit from tariff reductions

An exceptional reduction in port handling tariffs has been granted in three secondary ports: Mahajanga, Toliara, and Antsiranana. The measure was announced in communiqué No. 002 APMF/DG/DAGC/SCI.26 on July 17, 2026. It follows consultations initiated by the Directorate General of the Port, Maritime and River Agency (APMF) with the Professional Group of Port Handlers (GPMP), […]

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Artistic Transmission: Hans Ranaivoson Cultivates Humility

After more than five decades of career, nearly 960 paintings spread across several countries, and numerous distinctions to his credit, Hans Ranaivoson remains deeply attached to humility. With works traveling the globe and a career that began in 1974, Hans Ranaivoson stands out among Malagasy painters with an international profile. Yet, far from seeking honors,

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ALASORA AMBOHIDRAZAKA – A shopkeeper feared her husband had been shot

An armed robbery targeted a shop in Ambohidrazaka, Alasora. The perpetrators escaped with several million ariary after firing three shots, fortunately causing no casualties. Three gunshots rang out in Ambohidrazaka, Alasora, during an attack on a general store the evening before last. One of the shopkeepers present at the scene fled, convinced that her husband,

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DIANA REGION – Holidaymaker influx remains elusive

The traditional influx of holidaymakers to the north of Madagascar is slow to materialize this year. Transporters, tourism professionals, and economic operators are noting an unusual decline in visitor numbers. In Antsiranana, the holiday season lacks its usual vibrancy. While the summer period is typically marked by a significant surge of visitors to the northern

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ENGLISH LIBRARY – Readnest launches fundraising campaign

The Readnest association is continuing its fundraising efforts to finance the shipment of 2,500 English books donated by supporters in the United Kingdom. The goal is to establish an English-language library in Antananarivo to make these works accessible, particularly to vulnerable populations. The transport and customs clearance of the books require 13,500,000 ariary. So far,

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POWER CUTS – Jirama Director General suspects sabotage

General Hajatiana Rasolomanana, interim Director General of Jirama, held a press conference yesterday to address the recent wave of power outages, suggesting that acts of sabotage may be behind the disruptions. An investigation is now underway. General Rasolomanana stated that a joint investigation by the police and gendarmerie, overseen by the Public Prosecutor of the

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TENNIS – DAVIS CUP 2026 – Rajaobelina propels the Akomba to Group IV

The promotion to Group IV of the Davis Cup, Africa zone, marks a significant milestone for Malagasy tennis. Held at the fifth continental tier for three years, the national team managed to cross this threshold last weekend in Brazzaville, despite numerous constraints. The personal involvement of captain Rija Rajaobelina played a decisive role in this

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5×5 Basketball: Madagascar Dominates Zimbabwe

The young Ankoay team has secured a second convincing victory against Zimbabwe, bringing Madagascar closer to qualifying for the final phase scheduled for August in Dakar. The Ankoay continue their flawless run in the U18 Boys’ Afrobasket qualifiers held in Zimbabwe. Following their initial win against Namibia, the Malagasy team confirmed their momentum by decisively

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Political Dialogue: Iavoloha Palace Hosts Two Former Heads of State

Colonel Michaël Randrianirina received former presidents Marc Ravalomanana and Hery Rajaonarimampianina at Iavoloha yesterday. The core of the discussions focused on the establishment of a credible Constitutional Council. Without a Constitutional Council, the Refoundation process remains incomplete. This is why Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, President of the Refoundation, met with the two former presidents. The goal

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BACCALAUREATE – Errors found in science subject papers

The grading process for the baccalaureate exam began yesterday, with teachers identifying errors in several subjects. Discussions in Antananarivo centered on science papers, specifically mathematics and physics-chemistry, where teachers noted inaccuracies. Mathematics teachers highlighted issues in the Series C paper, including a geometry exercise worth 4.75 points with a mislabeled point, and errors in a

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