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EXCHANGE – Strong ties established with foreign volunteers

“Strong bonds have been forged between the volunteers and the country,” declared Roger Charles Evina, Chief of Mission for the International Organization for Migration (IOM), yesterday during the closing ceremony for the Loharano II volunteers, held at the Carlton Anosy Hotel. Thirteen young Malagasy of the 2nd and 3rd generations living abroad have completed their […]

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PUBLIC FINANCES – The IMF closely monitors reforms

Strengthening revenues and improving expenditure efficiency. This is, in essence, what the International Monetary Fund (IMF) evaluation mission recommends. In a statement released yesterday, the team led by mission chief Constant Lonkeng presented the conclusions of their working visit to Antananarivo last week. The visit aimed to assess the execution of the 2026 budget, examine

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BASKETBALL – SPORT-STUDIES – Thesbon Matazaky joins the Wilson Academy in Dallas

A member of the Ankoay U18 team, young Malagasy center Thesbon Matazaky Raolompanantena is taking a new step in his career. Following his experience in French basketball, he is heading to the United States on a scholarship, with the ambition of improving on the court and continuing his education. At 17, Thesbon Matazaky Raolompanantena is

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TRAVEL DIARY – Conquering the Great Wall of China

From the entrance of Juyongguan to the heights of watchtower number 12, climbing the Great Wall is as much a physical challenge as it is a journey through history. On these stone steps that hug the mountain ridges, visitors from China and abroad share the same effort, turning this adventure into a profoundly human experience.

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Professional Excellence: Perspectives from Three Corporate Executives

Improving service quality, reducing waste, and mobilizing teams: operational excellence is built on a daily basis. In this joint interview, Michael Ratovoson, HR Director of Axian, Mahefa Randriamiarisoa, CEO of ACEP Madagascar, and Alp Bora, VP of Operations at ACPE, share their experiences and the conditions for success in an approach that is primarily human

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TALENTS DURBAN – Anatole awarded at the FIDADOC Awards

The documentary project “Fitampoha, the return of the King of Menabe,” by Anatole Ramaroson Razafimbelo, was honored at the 2026 Durban FilmMart Awards. This distinction grants him a residency in Morocco dedicated to the film’s post-production. Malagasy cinema continues its international journey. Director Anatole Ramaroson Razafimbelo has received an award in the FIDADOC Awards category

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FOOD POISONING – Suspicion falls on contaminated fruit salads

Fungi, yeasts, and Escherichia coli were detected in food consumed by employees of Konecta Madagascar, who were affected by a mass food poisoning incident on October 8. The exact origin remains to be determined. The Food Quality and Sanitary Standards Control Authority (ACSSQDA) released the results of analyses conducted following the mass food poisoning on

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RURAL ELECTRIFICATION – Solar power for twenty-six localities in the South

Nearly a thousand customers could gradually gain access to solar electricity in 26 localities in southern Madagascar, thanks to a nanogrid project led by Metaplasco. This initiative aims to generate electricity as close as possible to rural populations to support small economic activities and improve living conditions. In areas far from conventional electrical infrastructure, the

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CONCERT – Lalatiana revisits her career

This Sunday, at the Palais des Sports in Mahamasina, Lalatiana will revisit the major milestones of her journey during a concert dedicated to memories, musical diversity, and sharing. From her first steps on stage to her current compositions, Lalatiana is preparing to tell her story through music. Organized by Miritsoka, the concert is designed as

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ANTSOHIHY – A marathon day for the President of the Refoundation

The President of the Refoundation of the Republic, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, engaged in a series of activities in Antsohihy during a particularly busy day. The visit focused on local development, national memory, and solidarity. The President arrived at Antsohihy airport in the Sofia region to participate in the 68th anniversary of the proclamation of the

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