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CHILD PORNOGRAPHY – Police search for a family

Yesterday, the National Police issued a wanted notice for a woman, her husband, and their two sons, who are suspected of involvement in child pornography. The National Police are currently searching for the couple and their two sons, suspected of producing and distributing child pornography videos on the Internet. According to information gathered, these four […]

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RALLYE JOVENA 8 – Mathieu narrowly leads ahead of Olivier

Three special stages were on the program for the first day of the 8th edition of the Rallye Jovena yesterday, highlighted by a fierce battle between Mathieu and Olivier. An ASACM trio takes the lead. The crew from the ASACM club, Mathieu Andrianjafy and Nathanaël, driving a Subaru Impreza, finished first at the end of

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AUGUSTE RAUX, HEAD COACH OF BAREA LADIES: ‘Outperforming South Africa would motivate us to go further’

Madagascar has qualified for the second qualifying round of the 2028 Olympic Games. The Barea Ladies eliminated the South Sudanese Bright Stars (2-1) in the first round and will face the Banyana Banyana in October. Looking back, what are your thoughts on the matches against the South Sudanese Bright Stars? We thought South Sudan was

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CHRISTINE ROLAND MANANA: “Beliefs Fuel Violence”

Living with albinism, Christine Roland Manana presides over the Association of People with Albinism in the Atsimo Andrefana region. Committed to defending the rights of her peers, she fights against their social exclusion and denounces the beliefs that fuel the discrimination and violence they face. Tell us a little about yourself. I am 34 years

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TRADITIONAL SINGING: ‘The Hira Gasy evolves without denying its roots’

From contemporary themes to acrobatic figures, the hira gasy adapts to its era while preserving the codes that have made it unique for generations. Discussing mobile phones, current social realities, or the daily concerns of the Malagasy people, all while wearing costumes inherited from the royal era: this contrast summarizes the trajectory of the hira

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INSTITUTIONS – A High Constitutional Court Tailored to the ‘Refoundation’ Power

The two new members of the High Constitutional Court (HCC), elected by the National Assembly, were sworn in yesterday. Their inauguration brings the number of high constitutional councilors installed by the ‘Refoundation’ power to five out of nine. The epilogue. Faralahy Célestin Razafindramasy and Honoré Vazison, the two new high constitutional councilors elected by the

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Trade Fair in Ambatondrazaka: Alaotra-Mangoro Steps Out of the Shadows

The “Manandratra” economic fair will be held from August 6 to 8 in Ambatondrazaka. The event aims to boost the local economy and foster partnerships between economic actors. This is a first. An economic fair will be held in Ambatondrazaka, in the Alaotra-Mangoro region, from August 6 to 8. This marks the inaugural edition of

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EPIDEMIC – Health authorities report two new deaths

The toll from the Mpox epidemic is rising, with ten deaths now recorded since the virus first appeared in Madagascar last December. Two new deaths linked to Mpox were recorded on June 18. “These include a 22-year-old woman residing in Antalaha and a 36-year-old man in Mahajanga,” stated Professor Diavolana Köcher Andrianarimanana from the Public

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BASKETBALL 3×3 – RUNBALL CHALLENGER – Ankoay 2 eyes the Lausanne Masters

The Ankoay 2 team is aiming for qualification to the Lausanne Masters during the Runball Challenger in Reunion Island. Following their victory in Maevatanana, they are looking to cement their progress on the FIBA 3×3 circuit. Having won the Lite Quest in Maevatanana last May, Ankoay 2, competing under the banner of Antananarivo, is gearing

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CIVIL SERVICE – Civil servants’ housing allowance increased to 200,000 Ariary

Starting in July 2026, civil servants will receive a monthly housing allowance of 200,000 Ariary to support their purchasing power amidst rising costs of living. The payslips of civil servants will undergo a change effective July 2026. A monthly housing allowance of 200,000 Ariary will now be integrated into the salaries of state employees. This

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