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ROAD SAFETY – Surprise bus inspections announced starting this weekend

Starting this weekend, surprise inspection operations targeting buses will be deployed in Antananarivo and on national routes. This initiative follows the creation of a “National Task Force,” established after a series of recent fatal and injury-causing accidents. “The operation will be conducted daily in Antananarivo and on national roads. We will verify the maintenance status […]

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A Mountain Fallen: The Passing of a Giant Baobab

Tsitakatsantsa, the giant baobab of Andombiry village, northeast of Morombe, has fallen. I will never meet it in its prime, like those monuments we always tell ourselves we will visit ‘tomorrow’. Scientists had predicted its irreversible decline by 2025, and experts estimate that within two or three years, it will have returned to the earth.

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TRAFFIC – Weekend accident toll rises

Many people go out and enjoy themselves every weekend, which also leads to a sharp increase in car and two-wheeler traffic on the roads, especially at night. However, this situation causes numerous traffic accidents due to drunkenness, excessive speed, and driver recklessness. For example, five traffic accidents occurred in Antananarivo between September 7 and 11,

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DISTINCTION – Nono receives honors from the Republic

Roland Rakotondrainibe, known as Nono, received a distinction yesterday at the National Library, honoring several decades dedicated to Malagasy music and culture. The artist was elevated to the rank of Commander of the Order of Arts, Letters, and Culture of Madagascar, a recognition presented on behalf of the Ministry of Communication and Culture. For Gascar

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BASKETBALL 5X5 – JCBA Abandons Its Title Without a Fight

The Madagascar U18 girls’ and boys’ basketball championship kicks off this weekend in Toliara. For nine days, from September 12 to 20, the country’s top youth teams will compete for the two national titles. However, even before the opening whistle, one absence stands out: JCBA Analamanga, the reigning boys’ champion. Having won the previous edition,

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MEMORY AND CREATION – Émilie Andriamahefa revisits the memory of Fifohazana

With “Ambaniala,” Émilie Andriamahefa transforms family memories linked to the Fifohazana movement into a collection where fashion, memory, and spiritual heritage converge. Fashion has entered the photographic universe of Pierrot Men. As part of the fourth season of Hakanto Contemporary, dedicated to the exhibition “Pierrot Men Fofon’Aina,” the second edition of Hakanto Night was held

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Ivato Airport: Civil Aviation Authority strengthens service quality

The Civil Aviation of Madagascar (ACM) is committed to improving service quality at Ivato Airport. Key areas under review include passenger complaints and access control to restricted zones. Following feedback from the Ministry of Transport and Meteorology regarding air transport and airport services, the ACM convened about fifteen sector stakeholders on Friday, September 11, in

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AMBOHIDAHY TUNNEL – Driver awaits court appearance

The death toll from the accident at the Ambohidahy tunnel has risen to five. The driver has not yet appeared in court. According to his wife, the driver is still being held in Tsaralalàna. The next steps in his legal proceedings remain unclear as law enforcement continues its investigation. “We may know more about his

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