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University of Toamasina and the World Bank: Repairs made to damages caused by Cyclone ‘Gezani’

The World Bank representative for Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros, and Seychelles, Mr. Seck, inspected the post-Gezani recovery efforts. He was accompanied by the team of Professor Diny Razanakolona, President of the University and coordinator of the Toamasina reconstruction project, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Higher Education and the FID (Intervention Fund for Development) […]

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Brickaville District: Road connecting Ranomafana and Fanasana communes opened

The road connecting the communes of Ranomafana and Fanasana has finally been opened, a project long anticipated by successive leaders in the Atsinanana region. This 20km road is expected to benefit the residents of Ranomafana, Fanasana, and Brickaville alike. Despite local rainfall, the opening of this dirt road proceeded as planned. Captured & Published at:

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RALLYE TOUR DE TANA – A two-way special stage kicks off the event

The three-day battle between the masters of the steering wheel has begun. The 23rd edition of the Rallye Tour de Tana, which counts as the fourth round of the Madagascar Rally Championship, kicks off at noon. Two special stages are on the program for the first leg, with the same stage being used twice in

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AMORONAKONA – Former SIM President dies in a motorcycle accident

The Malagasy economic and business community is in mourning following the death of Hery Ranaivosoa, who died on Thursday, October 1st, in a motorcycle accident in Amoronakona. Hery Ranaivosoa, former president of the Syndicate of Industries of Madagascar (SIM) and head of Madprint and the Revue de l’Océan Indien (ROI), passed away this Thursday, October

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ANOSIZATO – Young metal music enthusiast stabbed to death

A man was fatally stabbed in Anosizato Andrefana the night before last. He was returning home via a quiet road around 11 p.m. when he was attacked. Initial findings suggest a suspicious death, potentially a homicide. The Gendarmerie in charge of the sector has opened an investigation. The victim, who was very young, was known

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Counting in Malagasy: A Linguistic Connection

The Malagasy numbers (isa, roa, telo, etc.) share a striking similarity with the Ma’anyan language, an Austronesian language spoken in Borneo. Lutheran missionary and researcher Otto Christian Dahl (1903-1995), who lived in Madagascar for 28 years, extensively analyzed this connection in his 1951 work, ‘Malgache et Maanjan’. The linguistic parallels extend beyond simple counting to

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Heritage in Peril: Vavitiana and Moramanga Museums

The Moramanga Museum, inaugurated on March 29, 2011, is now in peril. Throughout this time, no maintenance has been carried out, and the same applies to the museum in Toamasina. Despite a steady stream of visitors, including students, resident tourists, and international travelers visiting the largest public institution in the Alaotra-Mangoro region, the facilities remain

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Maritime Transport: Underwater Noise, a Threat to Marine Biodiversity

Madagascar is crossed by two international maritime routes. In the western Indian Ocean, maritime transport continues to increase. “However, underwater noise emitted by ships poses a threat to marine biodiversity. Excessive exposure to this acoustic pollution can disrupt the life and behavior of marine animals such as whales…” Captured & Published at: 2026-10-01 08:24:05 (Madagascar

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Operational Excellence: A Key Challenge for Businesses

Operational excellence is a managerial approach aimed at optimizing processes while creating greater added value. The involvement of employees in a continuous improvement process is also essential. This strategic approach is becoming a major challenge for companies: it helps strengthen their competitiveness in the market by optimizing their production. Captured & Published at: 2026-10-01 08:23:50

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National Police: 65 years in the service of the Nation

The National Police celebrated the 65th anniversary of its creation yesterday, September 30, 2026, in Anosy. The central ceremony, marking the culmination of the festivities, was honored by the presence of the Minister of Public Security, Police Inspector General Eric Michel. Several highlights marked the celebration, notably the inauguration of new facilities. Captured & Published

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