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HYDROCARBONS – Government reinstates state of energy emergency

The scenario from April is resurfacing. Three months after its initial activation, triggered by disruptions in the international oil market, Madagascar has reinstated a state of energy emergency. The decision was adopted during the Council of Ministers. Regarding hydrocarbons, the decree published by the Presidency aims to implement the automatic price adjustment mechanism, as the […]

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ASPHALT HILL CLIMB – Vakinankaratra hosts the third round

The third round of the Madagascar Slalom and Asphalt Hill Climb Championship will take place on August 2nd in Ambohibary Sambaina, on the national road towards Antsirabe. The Vakinankaratra region is hosting an official hill climb for the first time. Organized by the AS 110 club, the race will be held on a 1.7 km

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SPECTACLE AT THE PALAIS DES SPORTS – ‘Génération 2000’ Awakens Nostalgia

Organized to a sold-out crowd, the ‘Génération 2000’ concert brought together iconic figures from the 2000s before a predominantly young and enthusiastic audience. The Palais des Sports in Mahamasina vibrated yesterday afternoon to the rhythm of ‘Génération 2000’. The sold-out concert gathered an electrified crowd eager to reconnect with the artists who defined the 2000s.

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ROAD SAFETY – A pedestrian footbridge in Tsarasaotra

Authorities are planning to install a pedestrian footbridge in Tsarasaotra. This decision follows a fatal accident that occurred on this route last week. Measures to strengthen user safety on the Tsarasaotra-Ivato road were announced last week by the Urban Commune of Antananarivo (CUA) following a surge in traffic accidents. Among the planned projects is the

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United States: End of visa processing in Antananarivo

Starting August 1, 2026, U.S. visa applicants in Madagascar will be required to travel to Johannesburg, as the consulate in Antananarivo will cease processing these applications. This date was announced by the U.S. Department of State as part of a reorganization of its visa issuance services in Africa, consolidating them into regional hubs. Consequently, the

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Mediation in Madagascar: International bodies align their efforts

The joint mission of UN and AU envoys concluded yesterday. Beyond coordinating their approach, the international organizations supporting the Madagascar dossier are now harmonizing their discourse. A common line has emerged. Judging by the statements and actions taken last week, the international organizations involved in supporting the return to constitutional order in Madagascar are now

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WORLD CUP FINAL: Spain on top of the world

After an insipid final, La Roja defeated Argentina (1-0) to secure their second star. Two years after their European triumph, Spain won their second world title on Sunday near New York, dominating Argentina in a one-sided but long-locked final, before the breakthrough came from the feet of Ferran Torres in extra time (1-0), depriving Lionel

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Rugby XV – Semi-final Playoff: FTM vs USA match ends in controversy

The second playoff match for the semi-finals of the Madagascar Rugby XV Championship, the XXL Energy Top 12, between FT Manjakaray (FTM) and US Ankadifotsy (USA), ended in confusion on Sunday at the Makis Stadium in Andohatapenaka. While the defending champions, FT Manjakaray, were leading 35-28 with a minute and a half left in regulation

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Pétanque – Summer Tournaments – Senior teams still waiting

Participation remains surrounded by uncertainty. However, the Malagasy Boules Sports Federation (FSBM) is reassuring regarding Madagascar’s presence at the summer tournaments. “The national teams will leave soon. Players currently gathered at the hotel return to their respective families each weekend when no activities are scheduled. On social media, some have spread false information claiming they

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