Briefs

Six children have reportedly died of measles in Antsirabe II. This is both sad and worrying. In 2026, this is a contagious disease that should no longer kill young children. Alas, it remains an implacable reality every year. In 2018-2019, eighty thousand cases of measles were detected with nine hundred deaths across the twenty-three regions. […]

Understanding the causes of recurring political crises to better envision the democratic future of Madagascar. This is the objective of a conference-debate that will bring together researchers, students, and the general public at the University of Antananarivo. Why does Madagascar regularly relapse into political crises? This question will be at the heart of the conference-debate

Wars are won on the battlefield. Empires, however, prefer decrees. On August 6, 1896, France no longer just conquered Madagascar; it annexed it. Two military campaigns were enough to tip an entire island into a different history. Gunpowder then gave way to ink. A signature replaced the cannons. Captured & Published at: 2026-08-06 08:09:18 (Madagascar

The Central Bank of Madagascar (BFM) is tightening its monetary policy. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) aims to ensure that the fight against inflation does not stifle investment. For both parties, the challenge lies in maintaining a balance between price stability and economic recovery, a dual task that the authorities must address.

The High Constitutional Court (HCC) issued a dual decision during its private hearing on August 3, 2026. The first decision concerns the law establishing the principles governing the exercise of certain downstream petroleum activities by an entity authorized by the Malagasy State. The constitutional judge considers that […] Captured & Published at: 2026-08-06 07:39:15 (Madagascar

The incident occurred yesterday morning. A woman shopping at the Avance Center became a victim. Upon reviewing the surveillance camera footage, it was confirmed that the perpetrators were all women. There were at least three women in the group. One approached the victim from the side, the second blocked her from behind, and the third

Since their appointment to the Mamitiana Rajaonarison government, they have not appeared publicly alongside Marc Ravalomanana and have been notably absent from the field visits and actions organized by the “Tiako i Madagasikara” (TIM) party. This creates an uncomfortable position for the three ministers from the TIM party. Will they… Captured & Published at: 2026-08-06

Meeting on Wednesday for the Council of Ministers, the government decided to extend the validity period of travel documents from five to ten years. This is a long-awaited reform, particularly for Malagasy citizens living abroad, which is expected to reduce administrative procedures and lower the costs associated with renewals. This measure fulfills a previous announcement.

The standoff over the housing allowance for employees of the Urban Commune of Antananarivo (CUA) has taken a new turn. The decision rendered by the Council of State on August 4, 2026, clarifies the prerogatives of the Special Delegation during the transitional period preceding the installation of bodies resulting from the by-election. According to ruling

Mahajanga is preparing for three days of festivities. From August 15 to 17, the Star Tour will set up camp at the Mahajanga waterfront, featuring a completely free program that combines concerts, entertainment, games, dining, and relaxation areas. Through this event, Star aims to highlight Malagasy culture, promote national talent, and offer a convivial moment