Business

Madagascar aims to better leverage its fishery resources and strengthen the economic benefits of the fisheries agreement with the European Union. The renewal of the fisheries agreement between Madagascar and the European Union represents a significant economic stake for the country. As the expiration date of June 30, 2027, approaches, upcoming negotiations will determine the […]

The digital sector is entering a pivotal period. To seize all opportunities, a legal framework overhaul is necessary to achieve scaling. Jonah Andrianantoanina, economist and founder of the CREM, shares his analysis. The Malagasy digital landscape has changed significantly. Over twenty years, the connected population has grown from 1% in 2005 to over 20% in

“Promote, innovate, commercialize, and develop Malagasy craftsmanship” is the invigorating motto of the fourth edition of the Art Mode Fair, organized from October 28 to 31 by the Regional Directorate of Tourism and Handicrafts of the DIANA region. This initiative fosters exchanges and promotes local expertise in a context […] Captured & Published at: 2026-11-02

A significant milestone has been reached in the revival process of Air Madagascar. The rebranding of Madagascar Airlines back to Air Madagascar was officially announced last Saturday during a ceremony held at the Novotel. However, this return remains to be fully realized: administrative, legal, financial, and operational procedures still need to be completed. Captured &

Transforming art into a genuine profession and enabling artists to make a living from their work was a key issue raised during the second meeting of the Creative Economy Circle (CEC), held on Saturday at the Cité des Cultures in Antaninarenina. Focused on the theme ‘Training: The First Step Toward Structuring Malagasy Cultural and Creative

The electricity production of the Antananarivo Interconnected Grid (RIA) has gained an additional capacity of 3.4 megawatts (MW). Two new generator sets installed in Ambohimanambola, as part of the Malagasy Power (MADO) project, were officially inaugurated on October 30. This new installation comes in a context marked by declining water resources, which affects the production

When we think of a mine, we often imagine an isolated industrial site extracting underground resources. However, in Fort-Dauphin, QMM’s mining activity demonstrates that the impact of such a project extends far beyond its operational boundaries. By structuring a global value chain, the company has become an essential engine for the development of the Anôsy

The 27th edition of the International Housing Fair recorded nearly 25,000 visitors at the International Conference Center (CCI) in Ivato. According to Koloina Andriantsitohaina, a representative from the organizing committee, the public attended in significant numbers despite challenges related to purchasing power. Visitors came to discover the products on offer and gather information on […]

The economic highlight of this year-end will undoubtedly be the 5th edition of the International Business and Entrepreneurship Fair (SIAE), which will be held from November 19 to 22 at the CCI Ivato. During a launch press conference held yesterday at the Yas premises in Andraharo, the organizers announced the participation of 200 exhibitors and

Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have responded to calls from Least Developed Countries (LDCs), including Madagascar, to improve their market access opportunities. For instance, their exports benefit from duty-free access to destination markets and simple, transparent rules of origin. Services and […] Captured & Published at: 2026-10-31 07:38:37 (Madagascar Local Time EAT) Original