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Governance and Climate: Indian Ocean Researchers Gather for a Two-Day Conclave in Tana

A true regional synergy has been established in Tana since yesterday. For two days, on August 27 and 28, 2026, the Malagasy capital is hosting the second edition of the interregional symposium dedicated to substantive democracy, the governance of living organisms, and sustainability in the islands of the southwestern Indian Ocean. Organized by the Laboratory… […]

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VOLLEYBALL – MADAGASCAR U15-U21 CUP – GNVB aims for at least two titles

The final stretch is here. The Analamanga National Gendarmerie Volleyball (GNVB) club will compete in at least two finals at the Madagascar U15 and U21 Cup this Friday at the Ampisikina complex gymnasium in Mahajanga. In the girls’ U21 category, the Gendarmerie team will face Bi’as Analamanga in the final this afternoon. GNVB secured their

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MEETING – Young researchers share their experiences

Young researchers are attending the 2nd interregional colloquium on Substantive Democracy, Governance of the Living, and Sustainability in the Indian Ocean Islands at the Radisson Blu, held yesterday and today. They are discussing and sharing experiences with public decision-makers, representatives of cooperation institutions, field actors, and civil society regarding the democratic and environmental challenges specific

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Madagascar: Let’s stop putting the constitutional cart before the electoral horse!

For several weeks, public debate in Madagascar has been heating up over the future form of the State. Amidst legal red herrings and political grandstanding, this agitation is misleading public opinion while emboldening certain actors in outdated demands. A fundamental question remains: is this debate even timely? How can we decently deliberate on the future

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Regional Budget Conference: Priorities Highlighted

The regional budget conference, organized for the preparation of the 2027 Finance Law for the Atsimo Andrefana region, was held yesterday at the regional hall in Mitsinjo Betanimena. Decentralized services, local government representatives, economic operators, civil society organizations, and technical and financial partners participated in the meeting. The regional directorate of Economy and Finance adopted

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CULTURAL EXCHANGES – Celebration of Russia’s National Flag Day

Students and teachers from the Russian Language Department of the University of Antananarivo participated in the event, alongside pupils and teachers from three high schools in the capital where Russian is taught. Guests of honor included Antsa Rahadrianiriana, a teacher at the Russian Language Department of the University of Antananarivo, Emmanuel Robert, a lecturer in

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EXPORT – Madagascar strengthens its position in the fine cocoa market

Madagascar is confirming its ambitions in the cocoa sector. On Thursday, August 27, 2026, in Antananarivo, the country officially signed the International Cocoa Agreement of 2026. The ceremony, held at the Hôtel Colbert, took place in the presence of Michel Arrion, Executive Director of the International Cocoa Organization (ICCO). For the authorities, this accession represents

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CONSUMPTION – Imported rice prices remain stagnant

The Executive branch announced the tax exemption on imported rice to provide relief to households during the lean season. However, consumers have yet to feel the impact in the markets. One week after the announcement of the tax exemption for imported luxury rice, prices remain almost unchanged. “This measure has had no effect on the

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CONCERT – Erick Manana pays tribute to his late friends

Feo Gasy is kicking off its 30th-anniversary celebrations with a concert at the CCI Ivato, ahead of a European tour and the release of a new album scheduled for January 2027. After three years dedicated to festivals, Feo Gasy returns to the stage in Madagascar to launch its 30th-anniversary celebrations. The group will perform on

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SÔROGNO FESTIVAL: Culture, sports, and economy converge in Ambanja

The 27th edition of the Sôrogno Festival puts cocoa at the heart of the festivities in Ambanja. Culture, economy, and sports will set the pace for the four-day event. Ambanja, the Malagasy capital of cocoa, is preparing to vibrate to the rhythm of the 27th Sôrogno Festival. Having become an unmissable event, for 26 years

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