Briefs

From October 15 to 17, the European film festival ‘Euro Fest Film’ will be held at two locations in the capital: the IFM Analakely and Cinépax in Ambodivona. ‘Perspectives from Europe, Madagascar, and elsewhere will meet on the big screen. Stories that challenge, emotions that bring people together, films…’ Captured & Published at: 2026-10-09 09:39:15 […]

In Madagascar, digital technology is increasingly seen as a key to accessing employment. With this in mind, Orange Madagascar and the Ministry of Technical Education and Vocational Training (METFP) have chosen to join forces to develop skills. Behind this partnership lies a priority: to better align training with the needs of the labor market. Captured

On October 7 and 8, 2026, the consultation conference on labor, employment, and public service was held. This event brought together all national stakeholders, including central and local ministerial representatives, workers, employers, trade unions, and social partners from all regions of Madagascar. Held under the theme “Valuing the Human Being…” Captured & Published at: 2026-10-09

The Malagasy delegation is heading to Bangkok. Led by the Minister of Economy and Finance, Dr. Herinjatovo Aimé Ramiarison, the delegation will participate in the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, taking place from October 12 to 18. This event will bring together major players in international finance

Madagascar still needs to reach a milestone to fully return to the path of the Open Government Partnership (OGP). The country currently has 9 out of 16 points, while the eligibility threshold is set at 12 points. A deficit of three points places reforms regarding transparency and access at a critical juncture. Captured & Published

Following the operations conducted against illegal parking and various traffic violations by motorcyclists, the Special Delegation of the Urban Commune of Antananarivo (CUA) is now tackling another symbol of urban disorder: the occupation of Lake Behoririka. Stalls installed on the water surface have begun to be removed as part of a shift from ad-hoc operations

Armed banditry is on the rise again at the Anosibe market. A merchant was targeted and openly robbed on Tuesday, October 7, around 5:30 PM. According to the victim’s testimony to the police, a sum of 1,200,000 Ariary and two mobile phones were stolen by three attackers armed with sabers. According to initial investigations conducted

The Boeny region is the first to host the major General Census of Economic Units (RGE) operation led by the National Institute of Statistics (INSTAT). This extensive operation aims to inventory all economic activities in the country, with a specific focus on the Boeny region. The launch of the RGE in the region was preceded

The regional health directorate of Atsimo Andrefana aims for a coverage rate of at least 95% among children under five targeted by the 2026 vaccination campaign. In total, 94,253 children are set to receive Vitamin A, while 431,957 are targeted for polio vaccination and 352,135 for measles vaccination. “We are using every means to reach

The audience turned out in force for this 20th edition of Smooth Night. Approximately four hundred spectators, mainly from high society, attended a Friday evening dedicated to Mariah Carey. In a cabaret atmosphere, Yrinaf led this tribute under the theme ‘Mariah Carey, the voice of my childhood,’ featuring a repertoire blending the American singer’s greatest