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FFKM: Call for calm, restraint, and the Malagasy Fihavanana

Faced with the successive and deadly tragedies shaking the Great Island, Christian leaders have broken their silence to demand transparent measures, restraint, and an urgent national dialogue. The socio-political climate in Madagascar is currently going through a period of severe turbulence. Amidst loss of life, tragic deaths, and suspicious disappearances, these tragedies have deeply affected […]

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Popular Justice: Hajo Andrianainarivelo Demands Urgent Reform

The Malagasy justice system has barely concluded its consultation on judicial reform when the reality on the ground has brutally caught up with it. The growing distrust of citizens toward the judicial institution is fueling a destructive spiral of self-defense. Faced with the gravity of the situation and the recent dramatic events that occurred in

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Arnaud Guillois: ‘The voice of youth must be heard and respected’

For Arnaud Guillois, this July 14th had a special significance. Far from being a simple celebration of the French National Day, the reception organized on Monday at the French Residence in Ivandry served as his final major diplomatic engagement in Madagascar. In a speech that was both personal and political, the ambassador praised the relations

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Crisis Resolution: The United Nations and the African Union Insist on an Inclusive Process

A joint delegation from the UN and the AU is currently in the country to conduct consultations with all Malagasy stakeholders. “The African Union and the United Nations remain committed to supporting Madagascar in its efforts toward peace, national cohesion, inclusive governance, and development.” Captured & Published at: 2026-07-15 09:42:11 (Madagascar Local Time EAT) Original

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The shadows of racism in high-level sports

At the heart of the football frenzy, the French national team is facing an insidious scourge: racism. Recent attacks have targeted some of its players, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, reflecting a deeper societal malaise. Following the direct racist attacks by a Paraguayan senator against the captain of ‘Les Bleus’, a series of incidents have

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Flag Football: A new discipline takes root in Madagascar

A new sporting breeze is blowing through the capital. With the birth of the ADFM and the official launch of flag football, young Malagasy people are discovering a modern, accessible discipline full of promise. From introductory sessions and friendly matches to the creation of the first club in Analamahitsy, the ambition is clear: to build

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Pétanque – Madagascar Championship: Haja Rafanomezantsoa crowned, Eliot and Clarito bound for Spain

The Ankatso boulodrome hosted the Madagascar Pétanque Singles Championship from July 10 to 12, 2026, featuring all categories. The event drew 233 senior men, 87 women, 44 youth players, and 75 veterans, representing all regional leagues across the country. As with every national edition, the competition showcased the country’s top talent. Captured & Published at:

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Dodo Trail Xtreme 50 km: Miora on the podium and Odilon narrowly misses the Top 3

The UTOP celebrated the achievements of the Malagasy delegation during the Dodo Trail in Mauritius. Facing the elite of the Indian Ocean, our athletes proudly represented the colors of the Great Island. In the flagship event of the Dodo Trail Xtreme (50 km), a highly technical and stifling course, Miora Angelina Razanakolona secured a spot

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Ambohimangakely: Gendarmerie dismantles network of thieves and fences

A criminal network that had been causing distress to residents in the Ambohimangakely area and its surroundings has been dismantled. Last week, the gendarmerie successfully apprehended both the thieves and the individuals responsible for receiving and purchasing stolen goods. According to the gendarmerie, the operation was initiated following the arrest of one of the house

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Mantasoa: Three men imprisoned in Tsiafahy after attempted kidnapping of a 7-year-old girl

An attempted kidnapping of a 7-year-old girl was thwarted in Mantasoa late last week. The three suspects, quickly apprehended by the gendarmerie, have been placed in pre-trial detention at the Tsiafahy prison. The incident occurred in the Kongorevo fokontany, in the commune of Mantasoa. Three men… Captured & Published at: 2026-07-15 09:26:58 (Madagascar Local Time

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