Briefs

Nineteen deaths to date. The mpox epidemic has claimed another life: a 29-year-old woman. Her death, which occurred several days ago in the Androy region, was officially recorded on July 21, 2026, following the confirmation of her positive test result. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-23 09:09:29 (Madagascar Local Time EAT) Original Source: https://midi-madagasikara.mg/19e-deces-lie-a-la-mpox-une-femme-de-29-ans-succombe-dans-landroy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=19e-deces-lie-a-la-mpox-une-femme-de-29-ans-succombe-dans-landroy

The Cinepax Ambodivona hosted the closing ceremony of the third edition of the “Media for Protected Areas” reporting grant yesterday. Organized by the FAPBM (Madagascar Protected Areas and Biodiversity Foundation), in partnership with MBC and Remapsen Madagascar, the ceremony awarded four journalists whose work reflects the richness of the country’s environmental and social realities. Captured

“Soa Fianatsa”. A Betsileo adage that has almost become a motto, which literally means “good is taken as a model”. Even if it means copy-pasting and/or cut-pasting, using A.I. if necessary to supplement human intelligence. From Fihariana to Fandroso, the Fandroso program, whose official launch took place… Captured & Published at: 2026-07-23 08:38:48 (Madagascar Local

Jirama is carrying out maintenance work this Thursday, July 23, on the accelerator at the Mandroseza I water treatment plant. The intervention will begin at 7:00 AM and is expected to last approximately eight hours. These works aim to preserve the durability of the infrastructure, maintain water treatment quality, and reduce […] Captured & Published

Christine Harijaona Razanamahasoa is opening a new chapter in her career. Appointed as Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Madagascar to UNESCO in Paris, the former President of the National Assembly under the Andry Rajoelina regime expressed her gratitude to Colonel Mickaël Randrianirina, the Head of State, for the “trust” placed in her. Captured & Published

The Council of Ministers, held yesterday, made 17 appointments to high-level state positions. These decisions primarily concern the Prime Minister’s Office as well as several ministerial departments, as part of the effort to strengthen public administration. Within the Emergency Management Prevention and Support Unit (CPGU), Faliniaina Rabevohitra Bako Nirina has been appointed… Captured & Published

With a captivating slogan: “One country, one track, one ambition: excellence,” this competition embodies the iconic values of athletics: hard work, perseverance, respect, and the constant pursuit of performance. From August 7 to 9, 2026, the Alarobia stadium will host the Madagascar Athletics Championships. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-23 08:08:37 (Madagascar Local Time EAT) Original

Toamasina remains plagued by recurring power outages. Jirama subscribers in the city are complaining about multiple cuts per day. “We are forced to buy ice elsewhere to preserve our fish because our freezer does not work due to the recurring power cuts in our neighborhood. The root of the problem is an electrical phase issue,”

Interested participants will gather at Badas in Andranobevava on August 1st at 10:00 AM to head to Rangaina in a procession. Once there, they will be able to ride their own motorcycles on an 800-meter dirt track laid out in a loop within a forest. Attendees can also rent a dozen thermal and electric motorcycles

The Institute of Civilizations, Museum of Art and Archaeology of the University of Antananarivo (ICMAA) has unveiled two exhibitions aimed at strengthening the conservation and transmission of national heritage. Madagascan heritage is gaining new momentum. Starting today, the ICMAA is opening two exhibitions that mark a new milestone in the promotion, conservation, and transmission of