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CINEMA – The Madagascar Film Festival crowns new voices

The second edition of the Madagascar Film Festival – ISSM Awards concluded at Havoria Anosy, with awards presented to directors and creators who stood out in five categories. Malagasy cinema celebrated its talents. After several days of screenings, exchanges, and discovery of industry professionals, the second edition of the Madagascar Film Festival ISSM Awards announced […]

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JIRAMA: Inappropriate contracts to be reviewed

Electricity contracts that no longer align with current realities may be subject to review. The Director General of JIRAMA, General Hajatiana Rasolomanana, announced this on Thursday during a visit to Amoronankona. “Contracts that are no longer in line with current realities will be examined, in accordance with the established provisions,” he stated. Procedures are currently

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LEARNING – Hundreds of books strengthen the Madirokely library

At the start of the new school year, access to reading has been strengthened in Madirokely. Several hundred books were donated this month to the library of the local public primary school (EPP), allowing the institution to enrich its collection and providing students with more resources to learn and develop their love for reading. “This

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A Significant Malagasy Role in American Activities in Africa

Beyond the logbook of an American ship preserved at the Peabody Museum, which provides a description of Mahajanga in 1792, the earliest available texts on American trade in Madagascar consist of two passages from the journal of James Hastie, written during the expedition of Radama I against the Boina (Boeny) region in July 1824. Hastie

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165 Years Ago: Remembering Queen Ranavalona I

In early August 1828, Princess Mavo was proclaimed Queen and took the name Ranavalona. Thirty-three years later, on August 16, 1861, the Sovereign passed away, or “niamboho” as the royal protocol vocabulary dictates. From August 1861 to August 2026, it has been 165 years since the passing of Ranavalomanjaka, a figure often caricatured by Western

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CULTURAL HERITAGE – Founder of the Sobahya Festival honored

The 20th edition of the Sobahya Festival, held annually in August in Katsepy, in the rural commune of the same name in the Mitsinjo district, has concluded. Once again, the event attracted a massive crowd. For three days, from last Friday to Sunday, the public discovered and appreciated the value and importance of the Sakalava

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BASKETBALL – Madagascar eliminated in the group stage of the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series in Bangkok

The Ankoay women’s team missed their mark at the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series held in Bangkok, Thailand, this weekend. The Malagasy national team finished last in their group after two consecutive defeats against the Canadian and Australian selections. In their first match against Canada, Sidonie Andriamihajanirina, Mianjasoa Rakotonirina, Ravaka Randriantahiana, and Tokin’Iaina Sambatramiora were defeated

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ENERGY – Antananarivo power grid to face rotating blackouts this evening due to technical issues at Ambohimanambola TAC 1

“The implementation of rotating power cuts during peak evening hours is unavoidable.” According to an announcement from the state-owned utility company Jirama, several neighborhoods in Antananarivo and its surrounding areas will experience rotating power outages this evening. The company estimates that each outage will last approximately two hours. The “terminal à combustible” (TAC 1) power

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MUSIC – Rija Ramanantoanina to perform at the third edition of “Live Stage” at La Balançoire

This evening will offer a retrospective of Rija Ramanantoanina’s artistic journey, from his early days and iconic hits to his latest creations. The arrangements by the Bandy Baraka Big Band will bring the power of a large ensemble to the artist’s repertoire, set within the intimate atmosphere of La Balançoire. The event will also serve

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GUINEA – At least 30 dead in Conakry landfill collapse, hours before scheduled closure

Sunday, August 23, was supposed to mark the closure of the Dar es Salam landfill in Conakry. Instead, it was dedicated to rescue operations after a portion of the site collapsed onto nearby homes during the night from Saturday to Sunday. At least 30 people lost their lives and 22 others were injured in the

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