The Mpimasoa association continues to pass on the tradition of kabary with a new class of 480 orators, officially presented on October 26 at Antsahamanitra. Kabary now has 480 new speakers. The Mpimasoa association celebrated their official graduation on October 26 at Antsahamanitra, during a ceremony held under the patronage of the Ministry of Communication […]
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A governance crisis is shaking the National Tourism Office of Madagascar (ONTM). The official announcement on the afternoon of October 26 regarding the appointment of Jean-Marc Razakazafy as interim Executive Director (ED) immediately triggered a reaction from the Ministry of Tourism and Handicrafts. This confrontation between the organization, which brings together public and private sector
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A significant weather disturbance is set to affect Madagascar from October 28 to 30, 2026. “The approach of an active cloud band from the south of the country will favor the rapid and widespread development of thunderstorms across several regions,” warns forecaster Rakotomanana Zoherilalaina from the General Directorate of Meteorology. For the Analamanga region and
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The issuance of badges, professional cards, and accreditations for tourist guides has resumed after a hiatus since 2019. The Minister of Tourism and Handicrafts, Lucie Vololoniaina Rafaralahy, announced the reactivation of this procedure in Antananarivo on Monday, which is now conditional upon a skills assessment. The initiative aims to strengthen the professionalism of guides and
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Lightning struck in Mahajeby the night before last during a thunderstorm, leaving one person dead and six others injured. Another tragedy was reported in the Itasy region. Seven people who had gathered near a building to shelter from heavy rain were struck by lightning in Mahajeby, in the Fenoarivobe district, Bongolava region. One man died
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With 150,000 people living with HIV in Madagascar, the forum held on October 27 placed information and testing at the heart of prevention. Knowing one’s serological status remains essential in the fight against HIV in Madagascar. In 2026, the number of people living with the virus in the country is estimated at 150,000, according to
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Exchanges at the heart of creation. Understanding the behind-the-scenes of responsible fashion, from material selection to manufacturing techniques: this is the goal of the meetings organized by the French Institute of Madagascar (IFM) as part of the ‘Ethical and Sustainable Fashion’ event. Today, the six finalists will have the opportunity to interact individually with the
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In Madagascar, borrowing is no longer just a development choice, but a daily necessity. According to INSTAT, 40% of households that took out their last loan used it primarily for daily consumption, far ahead of education (7.4%) or starting a business (11.5%). Households borrow primarily to eat, pay for healthcare, and cover daily expenses. Behind
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The Malagasy U18 women’s rugby team is set to compete on the international stage at the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Dakar 2026, taking place from November 1st to 3rd at the Iba-Mar-Diop complex. Placed in a highly competitive Pool B, the Malagasy team will face the United States, Spain, and the Czech Republic in
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No verdict has yet been reached in the case involving the clandestine export of five Boeing 777-200 ER aircraft to Iran. The trial was scheduled to take place yesterday at the Anti-Corruption Pole (PAC), but lawyers for the Civil Aviation of Madagascar (ACM), the plaintiff, as well as the prosecution, requested a postponement. According to
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