Living Guide

Football – La Réunion: Bob Ralaikoa dismissed amidst internal conflict

The journey between Bob Ralaikoa and ES Dominicaine has come to an end. After two and a half seasons with the Reunion club, the Malagasy coach and former Scorpion is leaving the Dominicains’ bench. This separation follows the team’s elimination in the quarterfinals of the Reunion Cup, but it is primarily rooted in internal conflicts. […]

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3×3 Basketball – Women’s Series Bangkok: Double heavy defeat for the Ankoay

Two matches, two defeats. The Ankoay women’s team did not have a successful start in the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series tournament in Bangkok, Thailand. Competing in Pool B alongside Canada and Australia, the Malagasy team suffered consecutive losses against the Canadians (11-21) and then against the Australians (4-21). The challenge was significant. Captured & Published

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Pétanque – National de Mulhouse: Lova, Baloti, and Bondy in a dominant display

A one-sided final. The second Malagasy team, composed of Lova Rakotoarisoa (shooter), Steph James Bondy Rakotonirina (pointer), and Faralahy Urbain Joseph Ramanantiaray (middle), secured a decisive victory at the National de Mulhouse this weekend. Mada2 triumphed in yesterday’s final with a score of 13-4 against the Vaulx-en-Velin triplet of Romain Fournié, Kevin Malbec, and Pierrot

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CONCERT – Dina Mialinelina blends roots and modernity

After several years spent between Madagascar and France, Dina Mialinelina has returned with renewed energy. This Friday at La Teinturerie, the artist reconnected with the Malagasy public for her first concert since becoming a finalist for the 2025 RFI Discovery Prize. It was a highly anticipated return, marked by strong audience engagement and a repertoire

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FOOTBALL – FRIENDLY – CFFA dominates FC Rouge

In a preparation friendly match, CFFA, the reigning Madagascar champion, demonstrated superiority in technique, physicality, and efficiency, defeating the cup holder FC Rouge 3-1 in a Super Cup-style exhibition match yesterday at Iavoloha. The match served as a full-scale test for the new recruits of both teams as they prepare for the African Champions League

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TENNIS – PORTUGAL MASTERS 45 – Rija Rajaobelina reaches the third round

A world premiere. The ITF Masters 40 and 45 World Championships brought together the global elite of players in these categories from August 8 to 15 in Lisbon and Oeiras, Portugal. Rija Rajaobelina represented the tennis of the Great Island. Competing in the +45 category, this first international experience turned into a real full-scale test

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RECONVERSION – Retirees face a new life

After years of work, the transition to retirement disrupts daily life. For some, the end of professional activity means the cessation of a well-established rhythm. For others, it marks the beginning of new financial difficulties, especially when the pension is no longer sufficient to cover current expenses. “Since I retired, I have felt many changes

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BASKETBALL – FIBA 3×3 WOMEN’S SERIES – The Ankoay return empty-handed from Bangkok

The Malagasy team suffered two heavy defeats against Canada and Australia during the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series in Bangkok. The results highlight the significant gap in skill levels. The Ankoay women’s team left the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series without a single victory. Facing Canada and Australia in Pool B, the Malagasy players struggled to

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MOTOCROSS MX OF AFRICAN NATIONS – Six riders aim for the title in Windhoek

Madagascar will be represented by six riders across three different categories at the Motocross of African Nations Cup in Windhoek, Namibia, on August 29 and 30. Aiming higher, six riders from the Great Island will participate in the 15th edition of the Motocross of African Nations. The continental competition will take place at the Gallina

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AUTO SPORT GT3 – Iaro Razanakoto finishes third in Sepang

A twist in the race. International Malagasy GT racing driver Iaro Razanakoto, alongside Thai-Norwegian driver Sandy Kraokew Stuvik, driving an Audi R8 Evo II GT3, finished third overall this weekend during the third round of the Thailand Super Series at the Sepang F1 International Circuit in Malaysia. The duo Iaro and Sandy made an impressive

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