Briefs

An armed robbery occurred in a village called Ambalakininina in Mahanoro. Four bandits carried out the attack, and one was shot by the homeowner as they attempted to break in. The incident took place around 1:30 AM, targeting a local businessman in Mahanoro who was riding a motorcycle. Captured & Published at: 2026-08-07 08:23:53 (Madagascar […]

The flight of two individuals suspected of participating in an armed robbery came to an end on Monday, August 3, in the commune of Tsinjoarivo, Ambatolampy district. The two men had been actively sought following a robbery committed on the night of July 30 at the home of a gold miner in Taoladravina, Amboasary commune,

The tragedy occurred on the night between Wednesday and Thursday in a neighborhood of Bealanana. A four-year-old girl lost her life in horrific circumstances, trapped by the flames of a house fire of criminal origin. Around 11:30 PM, a violent fire broke out in the family home. According to initial investigation findings, the incident was

A delegation from the Togolese Ministry of Energy conducted an exchange mission in Madagascar focused on improving access to electricity, with the support of the World Bank. This cooperation covers the connection of populations, whether they are served by the grid or not, the promotion of renewable energies, project financing, and more. Captured & Published

Malagasy technician Hélina Randrianjatovo is currently in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, where she is representing Madagascar at a high-level training course organized by FIBA Africa. This marks an important step in strengthening national expertise. From August 1st to 9th, 2026, Abidjan is hosting a FIBA Africa training session dedicated to national coach instructors. Captured & Published

The Analamanga regional table tennis championship will be held on August 26, 27, 28, and 30 at the Ankorondrano indoor gymnasium. The event will bring together experienced table tennis players, as well as enthusiasts and amateurs eager to test their techniques in an official setting, away from private, closed-door matches. Supporters are invited to attend.

The Madagascar Kickboxing Federation has reached a historic milestone in its continental influence. Three Malagasy figures have been integrated into the governing bodies of the African Kickboxing Confederation, confirming the growing status of the Great Island in this rapidly expanding sport. Elected as a member of the Board of Directors, Annicia Vonitsoa will now participate

A new face is taking charge of French security cooperation in Madagascar. Colonel Olivier Guillon has officially assumed his duties as the Internal Security Attaché (ASI) in Antananarivo and has already begun his introductory tour with Malagasy authorities. This arrival comes within a diplomatic context that remains marked by ongoing developments. Captured & Published at:

The adoption of the law on access to public information has not, so far, been a priority for the “fanavaozana” regime. According to a concordant source, Parliament is expected to return to the hemicycle in the coming weeks for an extraordinary session, which is being considered for September. This is a highly anticipated meeting, as

The National Assembly participated via videoconference on August 5th and 6th in a regional workshop on the legal framework governing elections, held in Moroni, Comoros. This meeting, initiated by the Indian Ocean Electoral Network (REOI) and the General Secretariat of the Indian Ocean Commission (COI), is part of a broader project. Captured & Published at: