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Temps Fort Danse Festival: The third edition is in full swing

The Temps Fort Danse Festival, organized by the Institut français de Madagascar (IFM), is currently holding its third edition under the theme “Of Memory and Future.” Since August 22, the IFM Analakely has been hosting three weeks of performances, workshops, and screenings to celebrate dance in all its forms. Artists from Madagascar and the Indian […]

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Belahy and Filah: The Art of ‘Vazo Miteny’ in Fusion

Driven by a unique complicity, the duo Belahy and Filah will take the stage at La Plage, in Tanjombato, on September 5th for a suspended musical interlude. Far from the standardized formats of the contemporary scene, these two essential figures of Malagasy lyrical song are preparing to offer the public an intimate communion. Captured &

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Design: Domi Sanji at FRAC Réunion

From September 14 to 26, designer and researcher Domi Sanji will take over the Regional Contemporary Art Fund (FRAC) Réunion to lead “Ombres tressées” (Braided Shadows), a research-creation workshop dedicated to vernacular braiding techniques of the Indian Ocean. This event brings together architects, creators, and artisans from the Indian Ocean region to explore braided plant

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Judo – Kosovo Training Camp: Four Malagasy Judokas Prepare for 2027 and Los Angeles 2028

Malagasy judo is accelerating its preparation. Laura Rasoanaivo, Natacha Razafindrakalo, Hyacinthe Angelo, and R.Y. Ravelojaona are participating in a training camp in Kosovo, a strategic step in their preparation for upcoming international competitions. The Kosovo session is not just a simple stop on the Malagasy judokas’ calendar; it is part of a medium-term vision. Captured

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Football – CAF Interclubs: FC Rouge flies to Zambia

FC Rouge departed Madagascar this Tuesday afternoon for Zambia, where they will face the Red Arrows in the first preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. Buoyed by their national title, the Malagasy club aims to defend the colors of the Great Island on the continental stage. The delegation, […] Captured & Published at: 2026-09-02

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Kick-boxing: Nine referees undergo refresher training in Ampefiloha

Nine referees from four regional leagues gathered this week at the ANS Ampefiloha for a national refresher course. Combining theory and practice, this training aims to strengthen an officiating body that remains too limited to meet the growing demands of competitions. The Malagasy kick-boxing officiating body continues its professionalization efforts. Since Monday, the program has

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ITF Taekwondo – Madagascar Championship: Mandresy, Lovasoa, Miranto, and Mirindra Honored

The curtain fell on Saturday on the Madagascar ITF Taekwondo Championship, held at the Espace Fihantana in Ambohimangakely. Nearly 80 athletes from four regional leagues competed in an electric atmosphere, marking a new milestone for the discipline. The Analamanga region emerged as the dominant force, securing 16 gold medals. Captured & Published at: 2026-09-02 07:39:25

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Ikongo: A 4-year-old girl narrowly escapes kidnapping

A four-year-old girl narrowly escaped a kidnapping attempt early on the morning of August 24 in the Anahimpisaka fokontany, Belemoka commune, Ikongo district. Three men suspected of involvement in the case have been arrested by the National Police. The incident occurred while the young girl was… Captured & Published at: 2026-09-02 07:39:11 (Madagascar Local Time

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Tanambao V Fokontany, Toamasina: Road rehabilitation near Jesosy Mamonjy Church

Road rehabilitation work began yesterday in Tanambao V, located near the BRED bank and the Jesosy Mamonjy Church in Toamasina, as the repairs on Boulevard Joffre near completion. This road has long been a source of complaints for commuters heading into the city center of Toamasina, and it has already undergone numerous previous repairs. Captured

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Andohatapenaka: GPS leads to the arrest of motorcycle thieves

A motorcycle taxi was stolen by a group of thieves. However, they were arrested on the same day, and the two-wheeled vehicle was returned to its owner. This success was made possible by the GPS tracker installed on the vehicle. The thieves’ modus operandi was as follows: one of them negotiated a fare with a

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