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Eleven tractors and their agricultural equipment were handed over to farmers’ organizations in Vakinankaratra, Antsirabe, on Saturday. This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to increase agricultural output and gradually reduce reliance on rice imports. The handover took place at the Center for Manufacturing, Training, and Application of Agricultural Machinery and Mechanization (CFFAMMA), attended […]

“Students gaining study hours after dark, more reliable and better-equipped health services, emerging economic activities, and new prospects for entire rural communities.” The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hopes that the new solar photovoltaic power plants installed in Antsiafabositra and Beanana, in the Maevatanana district, Betsiboka region, will gradually transform living conditions and the local

Madagascar aims to produce hybrid rice seeds locally to reduce reliance on imports. Following an official mission to China, Prime Minister Mamitiana Rajaonarison announced the establishment of a hybrid rice seed production center on the Great Island as part of bilateral cooperation. The goal is to produce seeds locally for farmers while conducting research on

Three gold bars weighing 2.60 kg left Madagascar “legally” on Saturday. These bars passed through the one-stop shop located in Ivato, which has resumed operations after several months of suspension. According to the Ministry of Mines, these bars were exported by two companies holding gold trading licenses. Suspended in 2020, then reauthorized in 2024, legal

Thousands of kiosks lining the streets of Cairo are set to undergo a visual transformation. Authorities in the Egyptian capital have launched a standardization program for authorized kiosks, giving operators a three-month deadline to adopt the new model. Presented this week by Cairo Governor Ibrahim Saber, the initiative aims to harmonize the appearance of these

SIPEM Banque continues to expand its branch network. Yesterday, it inaugurated its 30th branch in the country. Located in Ivato, this is also the 13th branch that SIPEM Banque now has in Antananarivo and its surrounding areas. This opening demonstrates SIPEM Banque’s commitment to getting closer to the population. Captured & Published at: 2026-09-19 07:53:37

The World Bank mobilized $112 billion in private capital in 2026, a historic record, with a stated priority: directing these resources toward productive investment and job creation in emerging economies. The World Bank has reached a new milestone. During the 2026 fiscal year, the Group mobilized $112 billion. Captured & Published at: 2026-09-19 07:39:12 (Madagascar

Madagascar is making progress in preparing its National Electrification Strategy and Plan. A finalization workshop was held on September 16 at the Fiaro Building in Ampefiloha, bringing together various stakeholders to discuss the documents already drafted. The discussions focused on priority electricity needs, investments to be mobilized, and energy sources. Captured & Published at: 2026-09-19

The Boeny Regional Tourism Office (ORTBoeny) actively participated in the 12th edition of the Mayotte Tourism and Leisure Fair (STLM). Organized by the Mayotte Attractiveness and Leisure Agency (AADTM), this event is a major annual gathering for promoting tourism and leisure offerings in the Indian Ocean. Captured & Published at: 2026-09-19 07:38:49 (Madagascar Local Time

Far from traditional career guidance fairs, the “Ny Anjara Asako” forum offers a two-day, fully immersive and personalized support experience for youth professional integration at the Analakely Square. Featuring tailor-made practical workshops and a guaranteed 90-day follow-up through the “360° Orientation Passport,” this unprecedented event aims to create a lasting impact. Captured & Published at: