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Fasan’ny Karana Station Closure: One Protester Dies from Injuries

Tensions have escalated between the operators of the Fasan’ny Karana bus station and the Ministry of Transport and Meteorology. Yesterday, operators staged a protest on National Road 7 (RN7) to oppose their relocation to the new Amoronakona bus terminal. The protest in Ambatofotsy resulted in a fatality. A demonstrator succumbed to his injuries while being […]

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EDUCATION – Lack of equipment weighs on students

From the lack of school canteens to school supplies, and the insufficiency of classrooms, several public institutions are facing material difficulties. On the ground, these constraints directly affect the daily lives of students and their learning conditions. Access to the canteen remains a particular concern. Some students arrive in class without having eaten enough. “Some

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COOPERATION – France strengthens ties with the Boeny region

As part of strengthening cooperation between the Boeny region and France, the new Consul General of France, Annabelle Averty, visited Mahajanga last week. This was her very first trip to the ‘City of Flowers’ since taking up her diplomatic post a year ago. During her visit to the city last Friday, she met with the

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PARLIAMENT – Deputies summoned to a new extraordinary session starting this Thursday, September 17

Deputies are set to return to the Tsimbazaza Palace. Just one week after the conclusion of the previous extraordinary session, the Council of Ministers, which met on September 12, decided to convene the National Assembly for a new extraordinary session. According to a statement from the lower house, the proceedings will begin this Thursday, September

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PROTESTS – One death confirmed following demonstrations by transporters opposing their relocation to Amoronakona

Consistent sources have confirmed the death of an individual who was reported injured following clashes between transporters protesting their relocation to Amoronakona and law enforcement officers. The victim was found injured and unconscious near one of the roadblocks set up by protesters on the RN7 national road at the level of Ambatofotsy. Although rushed to

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PROTEST – One injured during clashes between transporters and security forces at Ambatofotsy on RN7

Traffic was severely disrupted this Tuesday on the National Road RN7 at Ambatofotsy. Transporters, opposing their relocation from the Fasan’ny Karana bus station to the Amoronakona bus station, blocked the road for several hours, causing major traffic jams in both directions. Defense and security forces arrived on the scene to restore traffic flow, using tear

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OFFICIAL EXAM – Nearly 80 candidates banned from exams for fraud during the 2026 Baccalaureate in Toliara

A five-year exam ban. This is the maximum penalty imposed by the Disciplinary Council (Codis) of the University of Toliara against candidates accused of involvement in irregularities during the 2026 session of the Baccalaureate. Meeting on September 11, the Codis ruled on nearly 80 cases of indiscipline and fraud. Phones in the exam room, candidate

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Technical Education: ‘Youth Corners’ in high schools to help students, especially girls, stay in school

A significant challenge remains in Madagascar: keeping young girls in the education system, primarily due to issues like early pregnancy, sexual and reproductive health challenges, and violence. To address this, ‘Youth Corners’ are being progressively established in technical and vocational high schools (LTP) to provide students with spaces for information, exchange, and recreation. Institutions that

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ADMINISTRATION – A new committee is being created to resolve long-standing land conflicts

Land conflicts that have persisted for years may soon be addressed directly on the ground. The Ministry of Land Use Planning and Land Affairs is preparing to establish a Land Regulation Committee, designed to facilitate the settlement of disputes between communities and individuals claiming land ownership. According to the Minister of Land Use Planning and

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Toamasina: Gun and 15 rounds of ammunition seized from a criminal

While patrolling, police officers from the Toamasina emergency response unit encountered a suspicious individual. The man’s bag appeared to contain a long object, which immediately drew the attention of the officers. Upon conducting a search, they discovered a firearm and ammunition inside. Captured & Published at: 2026-09-15 09:09:24 (Madagascar Local Time EAT) Original Source: https://midi-madagasikara.mg/toamasina-basy-sy-bala-15-sarona-teny-aminny-jiolahy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=toamasina-basy-sy-bala-15-sarona-teny-aminny-jiolahy

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