Briefs

On the evening of Sunday, September 13, 2026, the members of the K.F.I.M (Komity Fanorenana Ifotony – Grassroots Foundation Committee) Betsiboka office, led by National President Mr. Elia Rabevahiny, responded to an invitation from Chantal and Pierrôt. The two individuals had organized a football tournament for the ‘Zebu Cup’ in the Antsakoabe fokontany, located in […]

The “Student Fair” held at the University of Vakinankaratra lasted for two days over the past weekend. This was the first edition of the event, as the institution has only officially operated as a university for two years. There are 15 study programs available for students to choose from at the University of Vakinankaratra. Some

The youth corners at the technical and vocational high schools in Mienake, Mananjary, and Manakara have been equipped with leisure and gaming materials. This is the result of a partnership between the Ministry of Technical Education and Vocational Training, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and the Norwegian Consul. “Today’s youth lack leisure activities. To

The spread of drugs in the capital remains a matter of concern. During a search and raid operation conducted by the National Police on the evening of Thursday, September 10, 2026, four individuals were apprehended in possession of Indian hemp and arrested. The Tsaralalàna Police led this operation, which is part of efforts to strengthen

The defending champion, Pintade Amoron’i Mania, secured its second consecutive victory at the U18 national championship by defeating Jap Mada Alaotra Mangoro (47-39) on Monday in Toliara. This performance reinforces the ambitions of the reigning titleholders. After defeating USJFM (50-38) in their opening match, the Amoron’i Mania team followed up with a second win on

The countdown has begun for Miss Madagascar 2026. The grand national final will be held this Saturday in Antananarivo. At the end of this evening, the winner will represent Madagascar at the 74th edition of Miss World, scheduled to take place in Tanzania in May 2027. Preparations are already underway by the Miss Madagascar Committee

Despite his second Grand Slam title, Alexander Zverev continues to face skepticism, with critics labeling his achievements as “discounted” until he defeats Sinner or Alcaraz in a major tournament. This highlights the perceived lack of prestige in Masters titles and Olympic gold, despite Zverev’s past victories over legends like Federer and Djokovic. Reflecting on history,

On September 10, 2026, around 11:00 PM, at a location known as Sampanana Ankerika, in the fokontany of Antanimora, Anahidrano rural commune, Antsohihy district, a search of a public transport vehicle traveling from Antsiranana to Mahajanga led to the discovery of a suspicious package containing ammunition. Upon inspection, it was found to contain 500 rounds

The National Office of Mines and Strategic Industries (OMNIS) is overseeing the exploration and potential exploitation of block 3102 in Bemolanga (Morafenobe district, Melaky region). The subsoil contains significant reserves estimated at 2.85 billion barrels of bituminous sand, also known as oil sands. Unlike the neighboring site of Tsimiroro, where heavy oil is extracted… Captured

Last Saturday, the Malagasy government made two strategic appointments within its diplomatic corps. Former Senate President and interim Head of State, Rivo Rakotovao, has been officially appointed as Madagascar’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium and the European Union. He succeeds Jean Omer Beriziky and will be tasked with strengthening ties between the two regions.