Briefs

Fraud and Impersonation: Man claiming to be a Colonel and advisor to the PRRM arrested

It is truly astonishing that whenever there is a slight change in status or leadership, there are always individuals plotting schemes. In this instance, an elderly man has been impersonating an advisor to the President of the Republic of Madagascar (PRRM), soliciting money from various people under the guise of promising them government positions. It […]

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Insecurity in Toamasina: Three bandits shot dead by UIR on Wednesday night

The national police are now fully prepared to combat criminal activities in Toamasina. Every night, officers are seen patrolling to protect the public and their property, particularly in the high-risk neighborhoods of the city. The police team held a press conference to explain the situation. On Wednesday night, three bandits were shot dead by the

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Ambohimanambola: Attempted kidnapping of a taxi driver thwarted, three suspects arrested

An attempted kidnapping combined with an attempted vehicle theft was thwarted on July 15 in Ambohimanambola, thanks to the victim’s composure, the rapid intervention of local residents, and the responsiveness of the Gendarmerie. Three individuals, including the alleged mastermind, have been arrested in connection with this case. Around 1:58 PM, the incident unfolded. Captured &

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Midirama: Fight against fraud: priority to the principles of accountability and transparency

Midirama cannot ignore such reassuring news as the recovery of 43 billion ariary from various frauds that were detrimental to the nation. We hope that there will be transparency regarding their destination. We know all too well that, very often, the maintenance, or even the improvement, of expenses related to the lifestyle of […] Captured

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EDUCATION – Génération Mada advocates for the inclusion of social-emotional learning

Génération Mada is calling for the integration of social-emotional education into the school curriculum. “The Ministry of National Education has emphasized that investing in early childhood pays off in adulthood. It promotes social justice and peace, while enabling individuals to better succeed in their lives once they grow up,” stated Nathalie Rakotondramoma, program coordinator at

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CENSUS – The Malagasy diaspora numbers 500,000 members

Surveys have been conducted to improve knowledge about the Malagasy diaspora. The Tady project, led by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs since 2023 with technical support from Expertise France and funding from the French Development Agency (AFD), and implemented in collaboration with the Research Institute for Development (IRD) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM),

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT – Leadership gains popularity among young people

Faced with the demands of the current professional world, mastering public speaking and developing leadership skills have become essential assets. In this context, the Tsingy Toastmasters Club continues its activities by offering a training framework dedicated to strengthening communication and leadership skills. “It is a laboratory for training leaders and communicators capable of having a

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The Sorcerer Goat: A Malagasy Fable

This story, titled ‘The Sorcerer Goat’ (Osy mpamosavin’akoho), is part of the ‘Selected Texts’ compiled by Prosper Rajaobelina in 1949. The personification of animals in this tale evokes the style of La Fontaine’s Fables. While some might suggest influences from foreign folklore or ‘The Thousand and One Nights’, the narrative voice and cultural nuances are

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AMBOHIMANAMBOLA – Two clients attempt to kidnap a taxi driver

A taxi driver narrowly escaped a kidnapping attempt on Wednesday, July 15, in Ambohimanambola. According to the driver, two individuals boarded his vehicle around 1:53 PM, requesting to be taken to the Ampanobe fokontany in the Masindray commune. Upon arrival, one of the passengers attempted to strangle him with a rope, while the other threatened

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Antanifotsy: Septuagenarian murdered, his Sprinter stolen in an ambush

Lured by a fake personnel transport mission, three occupants of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter fell into an ambush in Antanifotsy. The owner of the vehicle was murdered with knife wounds. His driver was tied up, while the assistant driver managed to escape and raise the alarm. His testimony constitutes, at this stage, the primary lead for

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