The choice between Option A and Option B for the Brevet d’études du premier cycle (BEPC) exam is over. Starting from the 2026-2027 school year, all 3rd-year (classe de 3ème) students will be required to take the English exam, which is now mandatory. Two new subjects have also been introduced: Arts and “Fanabeazana ho Olompirenena […]
According to the ‘Sending Money Home’ report by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), remittances from migrants to Africa have grown significantly over the last decade, reaching approximately $124 billion in 2025. This growth has outpaced the increase in the migrant population, making remittances an increasingly vital source of funding for African households. The
Antananarivo, September 10, 2026 – The Independent Anti-Corruption Bureau (BIANCO) continues its commitment to fighting corruption and promoting integrity at Antananarivo Airport. This shared vision with Ravinala Airports is being realized through annual media awareness campaigns, on-site sensitization at airports, the deployment of communication kits, and the establishment of a dedicated BIANCO kiosk. This kiosk
Laughter, but also facing reality. For over three hours, Joely performed a series of sketches to a packed house with “Marina Mafy” on Sunday at the Palais des Sports in Mahamasina. Covering family, parenting, violence, mental health, social conditions, education, sexuality, aging, religion, and even fairy tales, the comedian tackled taboo or uncomfortable subjects by
A new transport service is being launched to support the relocation of bush taxis (taxis-brousse) from Fasan’ny Karàna to the new Amoronakona bus station. The Urban Commune of Antananarivo (CUA) announced that ten shuttle lines will be established to facilitate travel for passengers coming from Antananarivo or other regions. A source close to the matter
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The State Procurement of Madagascar (SPM SA) is launching its paddy purchasing campaign in the Amparafaravola district starting this Monday, September 14. According to the Alaotra Mangoro region, the state-owned company plans to purchase up to 1,500 tons this week. The operation will begin in the commune of Tanambe with 700 tons. The campaign will
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Madagascar’s medical sector has welcomed new associate professors in human medicine and odontostomatology. Out of 50 candidates who participated in the national aggregation competition held from September 9 to 11, 35 successfully earned the title. This new cohort will strengthen the country’s hospital-university workforce, particularly in medical education and research. The aggregation is a major
An encouraging performance for Madagascar. The Malagasy karate delegation secured two bronze medals and obtained four qualifications for the individual World Championships at the conclusion of the 2026 African Karate Championships, held in Algiers, Algeria, from September 5 to 13. Among the athletes, Ornella Andriatsivoh distinguished herself in kumite in the U21 over 68 kg
Eleven artists and designers, eleven ways of working with materials. For its second edition, Malagasy Design Gaze (MDG) brings together creators from September 19 to October 2 at the Soarano Station, exploring textiles, earth, stone, metal, wood, and other materials rooted in Malagasy heritage. Through their works, the event, themed “Re Dessin, Re Dessein” (Re-drawing,
The National Office of Mines and Strategic Industries (OMNIS) is overseeing the exploration and potential exploitation of block 3102 in Bemolanga (Morafenobe district, Melaky region). The subsoil contains significant reserves estimated at 2.85 billion barrels of bituminous sand, also known as oil sands. Unlike the neighboring site of Tsimiroro, where heavy oil is extracted… Captured
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