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ADMINISTRATION – Digitalization revitalizes public services

Madagascar is accelerating the modernization of its public administration through digital technology. The Technical Assistance Facility for Refoundation (FAT) aims to make public services more efficient, accessible, and tailored to the needs of citizens. The government is banking on digital transformation to modernize public administration. The FAT, launched yesterday at the Iavoloha State Palace, is […]

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DISAPPEARANCES – Growing fear among the population

Worrying disappearances are multiplying, plunging the population into anxiety. In Antananarivo, residents are doubling their vigilance in the face of fears of kidnapping. Fear is gaining ground among the population. In Antananarivo, leaving home has become a source of worry for many residents. The increase in disappearances and reported murders in recent days is fueling

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Electricity in Toamasina, Antsiranana and Mahajanga: Head of State gives Enelec a one-week ultimatum

Tensions are rising over electricity production. Faced with persistent power outages in Toamasina, Antsiranana, and Mahajanga, the Head of State is taking a firm stance. One week. That is the deadline set by Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, the Head of State, in an ultimatum issued yesterday against the company Enelec. The company, which partners with Jirama,

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HEALTH – Dawoodi Bohra community conducts free surgical operations

The city of Antsiranana is hosting a major free medical campaign from July 19 to 25, organized by the Dawoodi Bohra community of Madagascar. Open to the entire population, this humanitarian initiative aims to facilitate access to healthcare, strengthen prevention, and improve patient care through consultations, screenings, and surgical interventions. In a spirit of solidarity

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DIPLOMACY – Envoys call for dialogue

A high-level joint mission from the African Union (AU) and the United Nations (UN) visited Madagascar from July 12 to 19, 2026. Led by Ambassador Mohamed Idriss Farah, Special Envoy of the Chairperson of the AU Commission, and Parfait Onanga-Anyanga, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General to the AU, the delegation met with Colonel Michaël

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EXAM – Officials report anomalies during the Baccalaureate

Several glitches disrupted the first day of the Baccalaureate exam. The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has reported several anomalies. Despite strict instructions from the Ministry, some candidates attempted to break the rules. Cases of fraud and regulation violations were recorded in various exam centers yesterday. The most serious incidents involved identity substitution.

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HERITAGE – Madagascar initiates process to obtain UNESCO Global Geopark label for Isalo National Park

Isalo National Park could soon be added to the list of Global Geoparks of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). During a visit to the Ihorombe region last week, on the occasion of the 64th anniversary of Isalo National Park, the Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development, Nolave Luck Aristide Andriatsihala, announced

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United Kingdom: Andy Burnham succeeds Keir Starmer as Prime Minister

Labour’s Andy Burnham was officially appointed Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on Monday, aiming to bring a change in both style and policy to Downing Street as the country faces major economic and social challenges. At 56, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester succeeds Keir Starmer, who resigned after taking office in July 2024

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OFFICIAL EXAM – A high-security Baccalaureate session for over 233,000 candidates across Madagascar

The big day has arrived for 233,538 candidates. The 2026 Baccalaureate exams kicked off this Monday morning at the Jean-Joseph Rabearivelo High School (LJJR) in Analakely and the Mahamasina Technical and Vocational High School (LTP). This ceremony marked the official launch of the session, which is under high surveillance. The three relevant ministers—National Education, Technical

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OFFICIAL EXAMS – Authorities target authors of fake exam subject leaks

The individuals behind social media posts offering alleged 2026 Baccalaureate exam subjects have been identified by authorities. The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (Mesupres) stated that the case has been referred to the cybercrime unit and urges parents and candidates not to fall for these scam attempts. On the eve of the exams,

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