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Dr. Felana Ranaivo Rabetokotany: ‘Cancer doesn’t just happen to others’

Dr. Felana Ranaivo Rabetokotany, a medical biologist and cancer survivor, shares her journey in battling the disease. As the founder of E-nao Salama, she discusses the challenges of cancer care in Madagascar, including the lack of medical infrastructure, the brain drain of professionals, and the high cost of treatment. Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021, […]

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Welcoming the Child (Part 2): Preparing for the Impacts of El Niño

El Niño is a warming of the Pacific Ocean that disrupts rainfall patterns even in Madagascar. This year, it is expected to be strong, leading to less rain and high heat in the South, West, and parts of the Highlands, while bringing more rain to the North and East. Preparing for this does not necessarily

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NATIONAL CONSULTATION – KMF/Cnoe demands transparency

The National Committee for Election Observation and Civic Education (KMF/Cnoe) has expressed concerns regarding the outcome of the national consultation. The committee is demanding clarification on the process and its various stages to prevent the public from being presented with a fait accompli. They are particularly questioning the modalities of discussions concerning the form of

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REWARD – Hantanirina Miandrisoa Irma wins a car

As a participant in the Yas QuizWin game, Hantanirina Miandrisoa Irma has hit the jackpot: a car. For this independent merchant and mother of six, this prize represents a real opportunity to improve her daily life. Launched on October 18, the first edition of QuizWin has rewarded 193 participants. The principle of the game is

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HEALTH – Free breast and cervical cancer screening

More than fifty women benefited from free breast cancer screening at the Arboretum in Ankorondrano yesterday. This initiative was organized by the company Softex as part of the celebration of Pink October 2026, a month dedicated to the fight against breast and cervical cancer. For this edition, Softex themed its activities “Capable, Confident Woman.” Participants

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MUSIC – Several artists pay tribute to Rak Roots

Rak Roots’ songs continue to leave a mark on the music scene, despite the singer’s untimely passing. This Sunday, starting at 3:00 PM, the VIP Zone at Barea Mahamasina will host a tribute concert featuring several artists, including Skaiz, Ayam, Nate Tex, and Tsanta, to celebrate his musical legacy. Multiple generations of artists will gather

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Refoundation: A regime weakened by internal strife

Only one year after taking power, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina publicly states that the threats are coming from within. Personal interest takes precedence over patriotism and the interests of the population. This is the image that emerges from the latest revelations made by the president of the Refoundation of the Republic of Madagascar, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina.

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Jirama Recovery Plan: Likely Tariff Hikes Amid Unsustainable Financial Situation

Maintaining current electricity tariffs comes at a significant cost to public finances. Each year, hundreds of billions of ariary in subsidies are mobilized to support Jirama. These are resources that could otherwise strengthen priority spending for the national recovery, particularly in schools, health centers, or essential services expected by the population. Captured & Published at:

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World Bank: Acceleration expected for 21 projects

Accelerating projects so that funding can improve the daily lives of Malagasy people more quickly. The government and the World Bank aim to remove bottlenecks, particularly in road infrastructure, following a review of their current project portfolio. These are funded projects, but their benefits must reach the population more rapidly. This is the key challenge.

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Unique Social Registry: 2.7 million households registered, the challenge of targeting remains

Faced with the scale of multidimensional poverty, Madagascar is relying on the Unique Social Registry (RSU) to improve the identification of vulnerable populations. With nearly 2.7 million households reported as covered, the challenge now goes beyond simple census-taking, as the goal is to transform this data into effective social interventions. In the commune of Mahambo,

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