Tragedy. Eighteen people have escaped death following the shipwreck of the vessel LCT Caroline between Andovoranto and Vatomandry. Having departed from Toamasina on Sunday, June 28, at 5:00 AM, the vessel was carrying twelve crew members, six passengers, two hundred and fifty-four tons of cargo, and a truck with a trailer. Around 6:30 PM, the […]
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A solo victory. Mathias Plantive, riding his Husqvarna, continues his streak of success. Mathias secured an effortless solo win in the overall standings and the Elite 1 category at the Ilakaka Grand Prix. This race, the first held outside the capital, served as the fourth round of the Madagascar Motocross Championship this past Sunday. He
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During a conference titled “Constructing the Future: Cyclone-proof Bamboo Construction,” held on June 29, 2026, at IST Ampasapito, researchers, engineers, and specialists demonstrated that bamboo is a sustainable, cyclone-resistant, and environmentally friendly solution. The discussions highlighted international experiences, notably that of the Byanyas Foundation in the Philippines, which illustrates the economic, social, and ecological potential
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The French-Malagasy artist and designer Sandrine Andria has received the Vermeil Medal from the Société Académique des Arts, Sciences et Lettres (Academic Society of Arts, Sciences and Letters), a recognition highlighting contemporary creation inspired by Malagasy heritage. Malagasy expertise is reaching a new milestone on the international stage. The multidisciplinary artist, designer, and entrepreneur Sandrine
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The human toll of the Mpox epidemic is rising. Two deaths related to the disease were recorded last weekend, according to the latest epidemic progress report released yesterday by the Public Health Emergency Operations Center (COUSP). “A 12-day-old infant who tested positive has passed away in the Analamanga region. Another vulnerable individual has died in
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Founded in 1960 by Gabriel Ramananjato, director of Gazety Basivava, and Jean-Louis Rakotonirina, the Rosa Club de l’Imerina (RCI) is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year. This longevity testifies to the strength of this Malagasy rugby institution, originating from the working-class neighborhood of III G Hangar in Antohomadinika. This Sunday, RCI will face RCSA in
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A tragic accident on the road to Imerinkasinina has claimed the life of Billy Tiana Rakotomalala. Billy Tiana Rakotomalala, 32, a well-known figure in the world of motorsports, photography, and purebred dog enthusiasts, passed away yesterday at the hospital in Anosy. The previous evening, Sunday, June 28, around 7:00 PM, his Subaru was involved in
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Minister of Energy, Luca Andoniriana Rabearimanga, was dispatched to Antsiranana over the weekend to assess the situation and accelerate the implementation of solutions. During a meeting with relevant civil and military officials, and a site visit to the Amporaha thermal power plant, the Minister emphasized the need for rapid and appropriate measures. The priority is
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Founded in 2012 by a group of classical music enthusiasts, the ICanto vocal ensemble has reached a new milestone with its performance of Bach’s Mass in B Minor. Over the years, ICanto has established itself as one of the leading vocal ensembles in Madagascar. Under the direction of Fitah Rasendrahasina, the group is built upon
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A future tropical depression system could be named ‘Pitsana’ for the 2026/2027 cyclone season in the South-West Indian Ocean. Madagascar proposed this name, which appears in 16th position on the official list published yesterday by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). The cyclone season will open with the system ‘Agueda’, a name proposed by Mozambique, followed
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