Living Guide

Atimo Cine Lab: A Launchpad for Talents in the Great South

A new opportunity is emerging for the seventh art in the southern part of the Great Island. The call for applications for the Indian Ocean Film Festival on the Sea of Toliara is ongoing for the first edition of its training and creative workshop, named Atimo Cine Lab. It is scheduled to take place in […]

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Concert: The Revery to Unleash Raw Energy at IFM Next Saturday

The Revery, an iconic independent rock band from Madagascar, will perform a concert at the Albert Camus Hall of the Institut français de Madagascar (IFM) on July 4, 2026. Founded in 2017, the group has established itself through sensitive and socially conscious songwriting, exploring themes such as environmental urgency and mental health. Captured & Published

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Alliance Française d’Antananarivo: Advocacy workshops for youth on the horizon

The upcoming long school holidays are set to be a special time for young people seeking new experiences. The advocacy workshop offered by Eloquentia Antananarivo at the Alliance Française media library, starting July 4, is part of this dynamic. Aimed at those aged 17 and over, it offers much more than a simple exercise. Captured

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Ambodivoara Festival: First Edition in Fandriana

The Fandriana district will host the first edition of the Ambodivoara Festival from August 10th to 16th. Designed as a lever for regional promotion, the event will showcase the tourist, cultural, and economic assets of the district, while bringing the natives of Fandriana together around its development. The program includes a grand carnival, a… Captured

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Mickey’s Column: Is the grass really greener elsewhere?

Why is there such a strong desire, especially among the youth, to leave the country for abroad? Some do it to continue their studies, while others aim to settle down permanently. Is it a whim, the allure of stories shared by other expatriates, or simply because staying behind, hitting a dead end, leaves little room

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CEPE 2026: A national pass rate of 80.67%

Just nine days after the examinations were held, the results of the 2026 CEPE (Certificat d’Études Primaires Élémentaires) exam have been released for all 115 school districts (CISCO) across the country as of June 25, 2026. This year, the examination concluded on a positive note, with an overall pass rate rising to 80.67%. Captured &

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Waste disposal: 50,000 Ar fine for failure to comply with collection schedules

Faced with the unsanitary conditions and disregard for hygiene rules, which have become commonplace and almost normalized in the city of Antananarivo, the Urban Commune of Antananarivo (CUA) is toughening its stance by relying on the provisions of the Municipal Hygiene Code (CMH). From the accumulation of waste and wastewater discharge in the streets to

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Project Récif’Art: Children protecting coral reefs

In Mahajanga, the coral reef, a pillar of marine biodiversity and a natural protector of the coastline, is under threat. To raise awareness among the youngest about its importance, the Tsiky Association launched the Récif’Art project in September 2024, combining science, art, and Francophone cooperation. Every Wednesday afternoon, 90 students from the fourth and fifth

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Kick-boxing – African Championship: 20 medals and a 2nd place finish for Madagascar

In just seven days of competition, the Malagasy kick-boxing delegation achieved a historic performance. With 20 medals (12 gold, 3 silver, and 5 bronze), Madagascar secured second place in the national rankings, behind Cameroon. This feat was driven notably by the sensation Audrey Ny Oliva Razafindramanitra, a triple African champion. Captured & Published at: 2026-06-29

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Judo – Johannesburg Open: Natcha Razafindrakalo and Angelo Rakotonandrasana take gold

The South African tatamis once again vibrated with Malagasy colors. During the Johannesburg Open, the Madagascar delegation shone by winning two gold medals and two silver medals. Yacinthe Angelo Rakotonandrasana (-60 kg) dominated the category with impressive mastery. The Malagasy judoka secured four consecutive victories to claim the top spot. Captured & Published at: 2026-06-29

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