Briefs

Through high-impact community activities announced during the official welcome ceremony for the newly inducted Governor of District 417 of Lions Clubs International, Stefan Andrianisa, the new leader unveiled his priorities for the 2026-2027 term. These include vocational training aligned with real-world needs to strengthen youth employability. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-22 08:26:43 (Madagascar Local Time […]

It was neither a lecture nor a formal conference. In the meeting room of the Vahatra Center last Saturday, July 18, a genuine dialogue took place between about thirty young people and two municipal councilors. The atmosphere was studious and warm. Interventions followed one another, hands were raised, and questions, sometimes… Captured & Published at:

Hope is being rekindled for vanilla farmers. After shameful prices, which even dropped to 3,000 ariary per kilo of green vanilla, a glimmer of hope is appearing on the horizon. Another challenge: in major production areas such as SAVA and Analanjirofo, this noble product is no longer being compared to green beans. Prices are starting

The Malagasy U23 teams experienced a mixed but overall encouraging day during the FIBA 3×3 Nations League Africa stage, held in Gaborone, Botswana. The women’s team secured a great victory before falling to one of the favorites, while the men’s team regained their momentum by clinching a precious win. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-22 07:57:27

The Analamanga Basketball League (ABL) U23 championship held its 13th round last weekend at the Ankorondrano indoor gymnasium. True to its ambition, the Analamanga league aims to provide clubs with as many matches as possible, with a target of nine games per team this season. This strategy is designed to raise the players’ level and

Representing Bred Madagascar, the Diana 1 crew made history by winning the first edition of the Sookany Trophy, held in Ramena. Competing against 38 other dhows and 156 sailors from across the country, Jocelyn Botralahy Koto and his teammates secured the victory and the 10 million ariary prize, confirming their dominance in the competition. Captured

Last weekend, a food poisoning incident occurred in the Antalaha district. Many people were hospitalized, and unfortunately, some lost their lives, all of whom were young children. At approximately 10:00 AM, the local fisheries department notified the gendarmerie that a three-year-old child had died after consuming sea turtle meat. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-22 07:42:27

Despite security operations conducted by law enforcement, attacks against users of national roads have seen a worrying resurgence in recent days. In just a few nights, three attacks or attempted attacks have been reported on the RN4, RN7, and RN35, reviving the specter of highway bandits. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-22 07:42:11 (Madagascar Local Time

The lifeless body of Dr. Hortensia Mandrosovoatra Avotriniaina, a 27-year-old young doctor, was discovered yesterday morning in Ranomafana, in the Ifanadiana district. Her disappearance had triggered numerous calls for witnesses on social media since Monday. According to initial information gathered, the young doctor, who resided in Fianarantsoa, had… Captured & Published at: 2026-07-22 07:41:55 (Madagascar

The Association of Cities and Local Authorities of the Indian Ocean (AVCOI) has been holding its annual meeting since yesterday, which continues today. This year, the capital is hosting mayors and elected officials from local authorities across the Indian Ocean. Discussions are focusing on ways to enable young people in the French-speaking Indian Ocean region