Living Guide

School Sports in Mahajanga: Over 2,000 Participants Expected

From August 10 to 16, 2026, Mahajanga will host the 2026 edition of the National School Sports Games (JNSS). Held under the unifying slogan “Sôma Mavaraka,” this unprecedented national event will rely on the tripartite synergy of three key ministries and will bring together more than 2,000 participants from the 23 regions of the Great […]

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“I do not pursue, I choose myself”: Viviane Rahariniaina unveils her third book

Viviane Rahariniaina has just released a new book titled “Je ne poursuis pas, je me choisis” (I do not pursue, I choose myself). This 240-page work is designed as an intimate 100-day journey featuring 100 lessons, aimed at helping readers return to themselves, reconnect with their values, and consciously choose what nourishes them. Captured &

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Nonoh Ramaro: ‘Ako’ or the return to the homeland of art

Driven by the spirit of his homeland, painter Nonoh Ramaro makes a masterful comeback after several years of absence at the ADMC–CRAAM. Through nineteen canvases vibrant with freedom, his chromatic lyricism celebrates the Malagasy musical soul until August 21st. On the walls of the ADMC–CRAAM at the University of Antananarivo, painter Nonoh Ramaro pays tribute

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Volleyball – U18 Nations Championship: Eight teams for the first edition in Madagascar

Madagascar is hosting the very first CAVB Zone 7 U18 Nations Championship from August 5th to 9th. Three invited countries—Mauritius, Comoros, and Reunion Island—are joining the Malagasy selections for an unprecedented sporting celebration. With four women’s teams and four men’s teams competing, the Palais des Sports will become the stage for this tournament. Captured &

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Weightlifting: Tendry Mahay Tia qualifies for the Youth Olympic Games

Good news for Malagasy weightlifting. Yesterday, on the sidelines of the national championship at the ANS Ampefiloha, Jean Alex Harinelina Randriamanarivo, president of the Malagasy Weightlifting Federation, officially announced the qualification of Tendry Tsiky Mahay Tia Rakotonoely (-49 kg) for the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar. The young athlete will participate in this historic competition.

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VOLLEYBALL – ZONE 7 U18 CHAMPIONSHIP – Four islands of the region represented

Two in one. The Malagasy capital is hosting the first edition of the Zone 7 U18 African Youth Championship. Two different competitions are on the program from August 5 to 11: indoor volleyball and beach volleyball. The indoor volleyball championship runs from August 5 to 9 at the Palais des Sports Mahamasina. The beach volleyball

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ANTSIRANANA – The rise of various festivals

In the Diana region, cultural festivals have multiplied, becoming genuine levers for regional promotion. However, their success remains fragile, balancing between economic benefits and sometimes abrupt disappearances. Every territory now seeks to create its own cultural event with the ambition of promoting its identity, boosting the local economy, and attracting visitors. While festivals were once

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CULTURAL HERITAGE – Imady perpetuates ancestral customs

Inherited from ancestors and passed down through generations, the traditions of Imady remain deeply rooted in the daily lives of its inhabitants. From the famadihana (bone-turning ceremony) to the mutual aid system known as “atero ka alao,” the community continues to preserve its cultural identity while respecting the values bequeathed by their elders. At a

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FIFA – ABORTED PROJECT – Gianni Infantino in a precarious position

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) remains silent as the standoff between UEFA and the FIFA boss intensifies following the abandonment of the World Cup privatization project. Confidence in FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been shaken following the withdrawal of his controversial plan to sell shares of the global governing body’s competitions to private investors.

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PROGRAM FOR GOOD CONNECTION DAYS – Football as an educational tool

Football serves digital education and online risk awareness. Orange Madagascar organized the second edition of the “For Good Connection Days” program on July 31 and August 1 in Toamasina, following the inaugural edition launched in 2025. This program promotes responsible digital usage by using football as a learning tool. The two days of activities, including

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