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Basketball – U14 National Championship: 88 teams from 17 regions to compete in Mahamasina

The indoor gymnasium and the Barea Mahamasina stadium will host the basketball tournament for youth under 14 from August 1st to 9th. With 88 teams arriving from 17 regional leagues, the National Championship promises to be a true sporting celebration, despite the event’s relocation for security reasons. Captured & Published at: 2026-07-30 07:24:09 (Madagascar Local […]

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Everest Miara Miabo I Festival: The Bouka family celebrates their achievement in Mahajanga

The celebrations continue across the regions. Following the historic achievement of the Bouka family—Zouzar and his two sons, Raïs and Raj-Alexandre, who became the first Malagasy to plant the national flag on the summit of Mount Everest on May 23—a major four-day sporting, cultural, and entertainment event will be organized by the World Trade Center

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DANCE – Rijamanitra Imposes His Eclectic Style

Whether it is rock, salsa, ballroom, urban, or classical dance, Rijamanitra Randrianarisoa leaves a personal signature everywhere, which he describes as the “Rijamanitra style.” These movements, characterized as “a bit bouncy, elegant, and requiring significant movement for both men and women,” reflect an artistic identity built over three decades. His passion for dance began in

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ATHLETICS – NATIONAL YOUTH SUMMIT – Itasy and Analamanga vie for supremacy

The Alarobia tartan track is getting ready to host the next generation of Malagasy athletics. For three days, from July 31 to August 2, young representatives from the various leagues of the Great Island will gather to compete for national titles. In this battle, all eyes will be on Itasy and Analamanga, two leagues that

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BASKETBALL 5X5 – U14 – National Championship Held Under High Security

The Malagasy Basketball Federation (FMBB) officially launched the U14 girls’ and boys’ national championships yesterday during a press conference held at the City Hall of Analakely. In the presence of FMBB Vice-President Alain Ramanarivo, the organizers presented the key highlights of this national event, which will bring together the country’s best young basketball players. This

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BASKETBALL 5×5 – U18 AFROBASKET QUALIFIERS – The Ankoay march towards Abidjan

After two landslide victories against Namibia and an 88-44 success against Zimbabwe, the young Ankoay must negotiate their final match to formalize their presence in Abidjan. The mission is almost accomplished for the young Ankoay. Madagascar has built significant confidence in this qualifying campaign by dominating its opponents. After outclassing Namibia in the first leg

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ANTSAHAMANITRA – Olombelo Ricky pays tribute to Ramy Franck

The 35th edition of ‘Manal’Azy Vita Bacc’, held on Saturday, August 1st at Antsahamanitra, will pay tribute to the late Ramy Franck, a prominent figure in the Malagasy music scene who recently passed away. Created by artist Olombelo Ricky, the event aims to provide a moment of relaxation for students who have just completed their

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Pétanque – Youth World Championships: Madagascar defends its title in Santa Susanna

The delegation flew to Spain on Tuesday to compete in the Youth World Championships, which will take place from July 30 to August 2 in the city of Santa Susanna. Kick-off. The Malagasy delegation arrived on Spanish soil yesterday, on the eve of the first throw. The Malagasy team, the defending champion, will attempt to

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FOOTBALL – AFCON QUALIFIERS – Coach Corentin Martins’ lightning visit

Barea head coach Corentin Martins visited Madagascar from Thursday to Monday. The Franco-Portuguese tactician attended the Madagascar Cup final, where FC Rouge defeated AS Sainte-Anne on Saturday at the By-Pass. The head of the national team once again chose not to answer questions from journalists, even as the progress of the Barea’s preparation, with less

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MUSIC – Jazz@Tohatohabato brings together artists from all disciplines

From August 5th to 9th, Jazz@Tohatohabato will bring together artists from diverse backgrounds, ranging from jazz and Hira Gasy to rap, across several iconic locations in the capital. For over a decade, Jazz@Tohatohabato has established itself as an essential cultural event in Antananarivo, gathering thousands of people every year around music and creativity. For this

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