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As June 26 approaches, artisanal lanterns and Chinese-made models are competing for space in the capital’s markets, reflecting a mix of national pride and consumer pragmatism. With the approach of National Day, artisanal lanterns and Chinese-manufactured models are flooding the markets of the capital, particularly in Analakely, Tsaralalàna, Isotry, Anosibe, and several other commercial districts. […]

Madagascar will be strongly represented by eight judokas at the African Open in Johannesburg, taking place on June 28. Aiming for the podium, eight judokas are set to compete in the Johannesburg African Open, scheduled for Sunday, June 28, in South Africa. Paris 2024 Olympian Aina Laura Rasoanaivo Razafy, who was initially slated to participate

The Taxibe (public minibus) strike disrupted the daily routines of the capital’s residents yesterday. Reactions to the circumstances surrounding this movement highlight the vulnerability of the city’s administration. A colossus with feet of clay. This expression summarizes the management challenges faced by the Urban Commune of Antananarivo (CUA). The municipal authorities face a primary Achilles’

A transport strike severely affected travel in the Antananarivo metropolitan area yesterday. The movement was triggered by disputes over control measures implemented by the Urban Commune of Antananarivo (CUA). Many residents faced significant difficulties reaching their workplaces, as buses were largely absent from major routes serving the capital and surrounding communes. Most transport operators observed

The guest list for Friday’s Independence Day military parade includes several African heads of state. The President of Comoros has confirmed his attendance, and there is a strong likelihood that the Presidents of Kenya and Gabon will follow suit. A surprise move by the leadership: this information had not been released in any official communications

An operation to clear vendors occupying the sidewalks around the Scama market was carried out last Saturday. Located between Ankilifaly and Betania, the market sits along the road connecting these two sub-districts. This recently renovated road is now strictly off-limits to vendors and merchants. The Atsimo-Andrefana region and the urban commune of Toliara have installed

Global trade is evolving at a rapid pace, and the Port of Toamasina intends to keep up. The port’s expansion is entering a new phase. The Port of Toamasina Autonomous Management Company (SPAT) aims to establish a new dry port to maximize container storage before their transshipment to Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean. This

The installation of the temporary metallic bridge at Mangapaika, located at PK 505 of National Road 4 (RN4) connecting Mahajanga to Antananarivo, was completed last Friday. Traffic has been restored and the route is now open to vehicles. The repairs took ten days following the collapse of the original bridge two weeks ago when a