July promises to be a memorable month for the Malagasy cultural scene. Following a first edition dedicated to Fanja Andriamanantena, the Live Stage returns to La Balançoire with a lineup featuring two icons: Denise, known as the Queen of Malagasy music, and Jaojoby, the King of Salegy. Designed as a concept of intimate concerts, the […]
Live Stage II: Denise and Jaojoby share the stage at La Balançoire Read More »
It was neither a lecture nor a formal conference. In the meeting room of the Vahatra Center last Saturday, July 18, a genuine dialogue took place between about thirty young people and two municipal councilors. The atmosphere was studious and warm. Interventions followed one another, hands were raised, and questions, sometimes… Captured & Published at:
Safidy Tsara: Democracy is also learned in the classroom Read More »
Hope is being rekindled for vanilla farmers. After shameful prices, which even dropped to 3,000 ariary per kilo of green vanilla, a glimmer of hope is appearing on the horizon. Another challenge: in major production areas such as SAVA and Analanjirofo, this noble product is no longer being compared to green beans. Prices are starting
Madagascan trail running is shining brightly on the international stage. Freshly crowned at the UTOP (Ultra Trail des Ô Plateaux) in Madagascar, Dina and Kevin confirmed their status as champions by completing the Ut4M (Ultra Tour des 4 Massifs) in France. The two flag-bearers of the Great Island have made their mark. Captured & Published
Trail – Ut4M 2026: Dina on the podium and Kevin in the Top 10 Read More »
The Malagasy U23 teams experienced a mixed but overall encouraging day during the FIBA 3×3 Nations League Africa stage, held in Gaborone, Botswana. The women’s team secured a great victory before falling to one of the favorites, while the men’s team regained their momentum by clinching a precious win. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-22 07:57:27
3×3 Basketball – Nations League (Stop 2): Women shine, men get back on track Read More »
The Analamanga Basketball League (ABL) U23 championship held its 13th round last weekend at the Ankorondrano indoor gymnasium. True to its ambition, the Analamanga league aims to provide clubs with as many matches as possible, with a target of nine games per team this season. This strategy is designed to raise the players’ level and
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Representing Bred Madagascar, the Diana 1 crew made history by winning the first edition of the Sookany Trophy, held in Ramena. Competing against 38 other dhows and 156 sailors from across the country, Jocelyn Botralahy Koto and his teammates secured the victory and the 10 million ariary prize, confirming their dominance in the competition. Captured
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Malagasy judoka Kenzo Andria departed Madagascar on July 15th for Casablanca, Morocco, where he will participate in his very first African Judo Championships in the cadet and junior categories. This marks a significant milestone in the young athlete’s career as he prepares to represent the Great Island on the continental stage. Captured & Published at:
Last weekend, a food poisoning incident occurred in the Antalaha district. Many people were hospitalized, and unfortunately, some lost their lives, all of whom were young children. At approximately 10:00 AM, the local fisheries department notified the gendarmerie that a three-year-old child had died after consuming sea turtle meat. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-22 07:42:27
Food Poisoning: Two Children Die After Eating Sea Turtle Read More »
Despite security operations conducted by law enforcement, attacks against users of national roads have seen a worrying resurgence in recent days. In just a few nights, three attacks or attempted attacks have been reported on the RN4, RN7, and RN35, reviving the specter of highway bandits. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-22 07:42:11 (Madagascar Local Time
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