The 2026 Davis Cup for Group V, Africa Zone, will take place from July 22 to 25 in Brazzaville, Congo. It marks a new milestone for Malagasy tennis, with a clear directive: “Build the best possible team for Madagascar.” The national team’s preparation was organized over several weeks around this guideline, aiming to bring together […]
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The exhibition “Iray Volan’ny Hosodoko” brings together 14 painters and 72 works at Ivokolo throughout the month of July. Malagasy painting takes on a masculine tone at Ivokolo. As part of “Iray Volan’ny Hosodoko,” 14 male painters are presenting 72 works to the public from July 1st to 31st. The exhibition brings together artists with
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Bicycle taxis are increasingly parking along the roadsides in the capital. The Urban Commune of Antananarivo (CUA) has reiterated that this mode of transport is not authorized to carry passengers. Bicycle taxis are venturing into the streets of Antananarivo in growing numbers. Taking advantage of the worsening traffic jams in the capital, some drivers do
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A major figure in Malagasy music, Ramy Franck left a mark on several generations through his style, timeless songs, and commitment to cultural identity. Some voices transcend eras and remain intimately linked to the memories of a generation. That of Ramy Franck, whose real name was François de Sales Rakotomanana, is one of them. Having
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The body of 27-year-old Dr. Hortensia Mandrosovoatra Avotriniaina was discovered in the Andriamamovoka waterfall in Ranomafana. The gendarmerie has launched an investigation. Tragedy struck as Dr. Hortensia Mandrosovoatra Avotriniaina passed away in the prime of her life. The 27-year-old physician was found dead yesterday in the waters of the Andriamamovoka waterfall, located in the Ifanadiana
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The peak tourist season is in full swing in Mahajanga. The installation of attractions and water leisure equipment in authorized areas was completed this week. The Mahajanga seaside and the tourist village are the city’s main entertainment hubs. They regularly host temporary leisure spaces featuring inflatable slides, water games, children’s rides, and carousels. During this
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Preparation conditions and equipment often remain out of sync with the demands of modern sports, acting as a barrier for athletes aiming for the elite level. High-level sports no longer rely solely on talent, courage, and willpower. The quality of coaching, infrastructure, and training and competition equipment has become an essential element of performance. In
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The amended finance law has been promulgated, maintaining the highly controversial motor vehicle tax (TVM). However, the Ministry of Economy and Finance assures that it will not be enforced. Although the High Constitutional Court (HCC) declared the law constitutional last week, the inclusion of the TVM in the text contradicts the commitment made by Siteny
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The Malagasy national team will attempt to defend its title at the Mixed Youth World Championships. The tournament will take place from July 30 to August 2 in Santa Susanna, Spain. As the defending champion, the Malagasy team for the U18 Mixed Youth World Championships consists of four players: Harison Clarito Andriambelonony (C2BA) and Avotiana
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Grocery stores and taxiphones set the rhythm of daily life in the neighborhoods of Antananarivo, despite meager profit margins. Between proximity and resourcefulness, these small businesses remain a vital pillar of the local economy. In the neighborhoods of Antananarivo, small businesses are present on almost every street corner. Grocery stores, taxiphones, and other points of
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