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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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DRINKING WATER – Water-deprived neighborhoods see supply improvements

No more fetching water! This precious resource is now flowing continuously in neighborhoods that had suffered from shortages for so long. “While the pressure remains moderate, the 24/7 availability of water has radically changed our lives. We no longer need to stay up at night to fill containers,” a Jirama customer in 67 Ha testified

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COOPERATION – Three agreements signed with the AFD

Madagascar and France have formalized three cooperation agreements funded by the French Development Agency (AFD). These agreements focus on supporting the justice sector, continuing the Lalankely 4 urban development project, and providing budgetary support for social priorities, specifically education and health. Through this funding, the AFD intends to support Madagascar’s development efforts, particularly in sectors

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MAHAJANGA – Thirteen doctors receive diplomas in addictology

A new development in the field of addictology in Madagascar. The graduation ceremony for the second cohort, named “Taratra,” was held last Friday at the thesis hall of the Mahajanga Faculty of Medicine, located at the Androva University Hospital (CHU). Thirteen doctors from various regions of the Great Island have earned their University Diploma (DU)

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BAREA STADIUM – Intercultural stage provides visibility to artists

At the heart of the Independence Day festivities, the intercultural stage has established itself as a space for expression where artists from diverse backgrounds can showcase their skills to the general public. The event, which runs through Saturday, aims to be much more than just a performance stage. This initiative, led by the National Office

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BEACH VOLLEYBALL – MADAGASCAR CUP – Twenty-three teams in the race

Kick-off today. Toamasina is hosting the second and final stage of the Madagascar Beach Volleyball Cup. As usual, the matches will take place on the beach opposite the hospital, from this Friday through Sunday. Twenty-three teams, including twelve men’s and eleven women’s squads, are set to compete in this decisive second and final stage of

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EXHIBITION – Jonny Andriamanankoavy makes a grand return

Back in Madagascar, the artist will unveil an exhibition at La Teinturerie on July 9, where every contrast serves as a reflection on life’s choices. In a world dominated by color, Jonny Andriamanankoavy has chosen black and white. He will present this artistic universe to the Malagasy public during the opening of his exhibition, “Noir

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RUGBY XV – TOP 20 FINALS – RCSA and RCI set their sights on Top 12 promotion

The Madagascar Federal 2 Elite Rugby XV Championship reaches its conclusion this Sunday. Starting at 3 p.m., the Makis Stadium in Andohatapenaka will host the Top 20 Madagascar Championship final between the Rugby Club des Soldats Anosibe (RCSA) and the Rosa Club de l’Imerina (RCI). Both teams will battle for the coveted spot to gain

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AMBATOMIRAHAVAVY – Adolescent girl kills her baby

A 17-year-old girl allegedly killed her two-month-old baby. She reportedly explained that she had been deceived and abused by the child’s father, who then abandoned her when she expressed her desire to continue her studies. The tragedy occurred on Thursday in the commune of Ambatomirahavavy, in the Arivonimamo district. Alerted by a call, gendarmes from

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All the music I love

Johnny Hallyday, Pierre Bachelet, Joe Dassin, Alain Barrière, Francis Cabrel, Michel Sardou, and Jean-Jacques Goldman will never know how much they inspired my own romantic endeavors. They found the words, and all I had to do was use them at the right moment. Humming their melodies has often served as a substitute for tenderness. “All

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