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In a report published at the end of July, S&P Global Ratings maintained Madagascar’s sovereign rating at B-. This update confirms that the country has continued its stabilization over the last six months. Growth prospects remain favorable despite recent shocks. On July 27, 2026, S&P Global Ratings released a report assessing the country’s economic situation. […]

After a four-year interruption due to political tensions between Madagascar and the Comoros, the air link between the two countries resumed last Thursday. Direct flights had been suspended in July 2022 following a decision by Malagasy authorities based on health considerations. To mark this milestone, an inaugural flight was operated by Madagascar Airlines between Antananarivo

Institutional discussions continue regarding the Volobe hydroelectric project. Officials from the Compagnie Générale d’Hydroélectricité de Volobe (CGHV) were received by the President of the National Assembly on Friday, July 31. This meeting provided an opportunity to review the project’s progress and discuss the next steps leading to its implementation. Captured & Published at: 2026-08-03 09:09:02

The Ministry of Land Management and Land Services (MATSF) has allocated 130 hectares of land to the Ministry of Energy and Hydrocarbons (MEH). The site is located in Tsimahabeomby, in the rural commune of Ambohimandry, Arivonimamo district, Itasy region. This allocation was formalized by decree No. 24 492/2026-MATSF dated the 27th. Captured & Published at:

Recently appointed as the CEO of MVola, Alexandre Castel outlines his priorities and the company’s ambitions. Placing the customer at the center of operations and strengthening financial inclusion are the key highlights of his strategy. On his background: Alexandre Castel, 40, has over 15 years of experience in Africa, with a focus on essential services

Following Madagascar Airlines on Thursday, it is now Royal Air’s turn to add its name to the flight schedule between the two countries. This private Comorian airline inaugurated its flight connecting Moroni and Mahajanga on Saturday, August 1st. Its aircraft landed on the tarmac of Philibert Tsiranana Airport in Amborovy, located in the capital of

Flight MD152 was welcomed with full honors in Moroni. It was around 11 a.m. this Friday, July 30, under the sweltering heat of Moroni, when the Madagascar Airlines ATR 72 began its descent toward Prince Said Ibrahim Airport. On the tarmac, firefighters were ready for the traditional “water salute,” reserved for inaugural flights. On board,

New developments in the Malagasy audiovisual landscape. Startimes Madagascar is launching its very first locally produced series, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to offering programs perfectly tailored to Malagasy households. “Famato,” the name of the new series, joins the already extensive programming lineup of Startimes Madagascar and is sure to delight viewers. Captured & Published at:

An impressive crowd of job seekers gathered yesterday in front of the Radisson Blu in Ambodivona, looking for an opportunity at the TALYS Group Job Fair. Between the hope for a stable future and economic urgency, the massive recruitment drive launched for the KIBO and SANIFER brands revealed the fervor of the youth of Antananarivo

After a six-year hiatus, the semi-annual review of the state budget execution was relaunched yesterday at the Ivato International Conference Center. Among the persistent obstacles mentioned is the complexity of procedures. “We will identify and remove all bottlenecks!” emphasized Prime Minister Mamitiana Rajaonarison during the event. Captured & Published at: 2026-08-01 07:53:38 (Madagascar Local Time