Living Guide

CLUB LIFE – MB2ALL remains competitive

A transition season. After losing several key players and suffering significant injuries, MB2ALL Analamanga managed to retain its place among the national elite in the N1A women’s league. The club finished in fourth place at the end of the final phase of the Madagascar N1A championship, which concluded on Sunday at the Palais des Sports […]

CLUB LIFE – MB2ALL remains competitive Read More »

AMPEFY – Nosy Jazz Festival offers a top-tier lineup

From October 29 to November 1, the Nosy Jazz Festival, organized by the Nosy Jazz Festival Organization Committee (NJFOC) in partnership with Yas Madagascar, will bring together Malagasy and international artists in Ampefy. Artists from Madagascar, Europe, the United States, and the Indian Ocean region will gather in Ampefy for the event. The lineup includes

AMPEFY – Nosy Jazz Festival offers a top-tier lineup Read More »

Pétanque World Championships: Five expatriates among the pre-selected players

Forty-three pre-selected players, including five expatriates, will participate in the training camp and final tests to determine the four representatives for Madagascar at the World Championships in Thailand. The Malagasy Boules Sports Federation (FSBM) unveiled the list of players summoned for the final selection ahead of the senior men’s world championships, covering both triples and

Pétanque World Championships: Five expatriates among the pre-selected players Read More »

Rugby Union: Madagascar Cup – TFMA Challenges FT Manjakaray

Antananarivo rugby is set for another high-stakes clash between two well-acquainted teams. This Sunday, the Stade Makis Andohatapenaka will host the quarter-finals of the Madagascar Cup, featuring four matches, including the showdown between FT Manjakaray (FTM) and TFMA Ankasina. It is a knockout match where any mistake could lead to elimination. On paper, FTM approaches

Rugby Union: Madagascar Cup – TFMA Challenges FT Manjakaray Read More »

Special Rimbaud Day at the IFM: When a 19th-century poet still inspires Malagasy creators

More than 130 years after his passing, Arthur Rimbaud continues to spark interest among readers, artists, and creators around the world. In Madagascar, this influence is notably manifested through “Les Ombres d’un soir” (Shadows of an Evening), a comic book written by Joan de Crane and illustrated by Liva Rajaobelina. It is around this work

Special Rimbaud Day at the IFM: When a 19th-century poet still inspires Malagasy creators Read More »

Festival: Madajazzcar’s final podium this Saturday at City Hall

For the year 2026, the international festival Madajazzcar seems to be truly regaining its former glory, as the traditional closing concert, usually open to the general public, will be held on October 10th at the Parvis of the City Hall in Analakely at 2:30 PM. Music lovers hope that this momentum will be maintained in

Festival: Madajazzcar’s final podium this Saturday at City Hall Read More »

Weightlifting – African Youth and Junior Championships: Tendry Mahay Tia and Manjarisoa Tianatah Ralijaona set to conquer Africa

Following their notable performances on the continental stage this year, Malagasy weightlifting is nurturing new ambitions. Two young talents will defend the colors of the Great Island in Algeria, with their sights set on African medals and a full-scale preparation ahead of the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar. The Malagasy weightlifting succession is in full

Weightlifting – African Youth and Junior Championships: Tendry Mahay Tia and Manjarisoa Tianatah Ralijaona set to conquer Africa Read More »

MUSIC – Misebosebo to bring rhythm to the Fitovinagny region

The Fitovinagny region, located in southeastern Madagascar and bordered by the Indian Ocean, is preparing to showcase its cultural identity. Following the division of the former Vatovavy-Fitovinany region in June 2021, the territory will host the Misebosebo 2026 festival in Manakara from December 19 to 23. The event will bring together various initiatives centered on

MUSIC – Misebosebo to bring rhythm to the Fitovinagny region Read More »