Business

The International Business and Entrepreneurship Fair (SIAE) will be held from November 19 to 22 at the Ivato International Conference Center (CCI). Organized on the occasion of Industrialization Week, this fifth edition aims to support Malagasy entrepreneurs, promote local products, and facilitate economic exchanges. Its holding was confirmed during a press conference yesterday at the […]

Tour guides are protesting the implementation of increased access fees for national parks, imposed by Madagascar National Parks (MNP). This revision had been announced since November 2025. Tour guides at Ranomafana National Park in Ifanadiana voiced their opposition yesterday. Through the press and social media, they challenged the price hikes announced by MNP, the entity

Connecting regions without passing through Antananarivo, accommodating more flights, and meeting international safety requirements are key objectives for Madagascar’s aviation sector. These prospects depend heavily on the state of airport infrastructure. On Friday, October 30, 2026, in Ivato, the certification of eighteen Adema agents provided an opportunity for Director General Jean Germain Andrianiaina to discuss

Having been in Madagascar for a few weeks, Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Bevan affirms Washington’s desire to strengthen commercial ties between Madagascar and the United States. According to the diplomat, the goal is mutual prosperity between the two nations, with critical minerals being a priority sector for this cooperation. In an interview, Bevan highlighted the 160-year

The Mahaboboka gas field could create jobs and generate revenue for Madagascar. Its impact will depend on how this resource is leveraged for the benefit of the population. Located in the southwest of the country, the Mahaboboka natural gas project represents an economic opportunity for Madagascar. It could attract investment, create jobs, and boost the

The return of Air Madagascar rekindles hope for a revival, despite heavy debts and financial difficulties. The challenge remains to regain the trust of travelers. On October 31, 2026, the Malagasy national airline is set to officially return under its historic name, “Air Madagascar,” abandoning the commercial name “Madagascar Airlines,” which has been in use

Stakeholders in the essential oils sector are aiming high. The Group of Exporters of Essential Oils and Extracts of Madagascar (GEHEM) has set a target to reach one billion dollars in export turnover by 2040. This is an ambitious goal, considering that currently, Madagascar’s essential oil exports represent only a fraction of this amount. Captured

The President of the Refoundation, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, met with several Russian officials on the first day of his mission, on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Summit. Cooperation, training, and financial solutions were on the agenda, including a proposal of 10 million USD for culture and language. This took place on Monday, October 26th. Captured

The Faculty of Economics, Management and Sociology (EGS) of the University of Antananarivo and Orange Madagascar officially signed a partnership yesterday aimed at strengthening students’ digital skills and facilitating their professional integration. The agreement includes the payment of training fees via Orange Money, preferential connectivity offers, and donations of educational equipment. Captured & Published at:

In Moscow, President Michaël Randrianirina reaffirmed Madagascar’s support for the Russia-Africa partnership, focusing on sovereignty, trade, and productive sectors. The third Russia-Africa summit opened in Moscow on October 28 and 29, attended by several African leaders, including Colonel Michaël Randrianirina. For Madagascar, this meeting is an opportunity to strengthen relations with Russia and explore new