Living Guide

Praise and Revival: Joseph d’Af and Rija Rasolondraibe in Stuttgart

A major spiritual event is on the horizon for the Malagasy Christian community and gospel music enthusiasts in Germany. On Saturday, September 26, 2026, the Staufenhalle, located at Am Marktplatz 10 in Plüderhausen, near Stuttgart, will host a grand day of praise, worship, and spiritual revival starting at 3:00 PM. The audience will be able […]

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TENNIS – Dally Randriantefy steps down for health reasons

The National Technical Directorate of Malagasy tennis is undergoing a temporary leadership change. In a statement addressed to leagues, clubs, coaches, players, and partners of the Malagasy Tennis Federation (FMT), Dally Randriantefy announced that she is temporarily unable to perform her duties as National Technical Director due to health reasons. She specified that this unavailability

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RECOGNITION – Six photographers honored

Behind every image lies a perspective, a story, and a memory to preserve. In Madagascar, six professional photographers have just had their careers officially recognized. Members of the Union of Professional Photographers of Madagascar (UPPM)—Chénila Nathoo, Yves Randriarimalala (known as Teg Yves), Sitraka Andrianatoandro, Christian Raoelison (known as Kriss Raoelison), Mahefa Dimbiniaina Randrianarivelo (known as

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FOOTBALL – TURKEY – Rayan Raveloson outshines Mohamed Salah

A new adventure. Barea captain Rayan Raveloson continues his career with his new Turkish club, Amed SK. The third round of the Turkish Super League, played this weekend, was highlighted by Amed SK’s 2-1 victory over Trabzonspor, the club of Egyptian star Mohamed Salah. The 34-year-old former Liverpool right-winger scored his team’s only goal in

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IVOKOLO – Godar prepares for his first ‘One Man Show’

Comedian Godar is reaching a new milestone with his first solo show, scheduled for October 10th at 3:00 PM at Ivokolo Analakely. Alone before the audience, but with a multitude of stories to tell, Godar is preparing to take on a new challenge. Known by this stage name, Miranto Andriamampita will present his first “One

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CONCERT – Reko returns to the stage for ‘Upside Down’

The band Reko is inviting its audience to the Palais des Sports for a concert featuring its fourth album, Upside Down, with over forty tracks on the program. The Palais des Sports is preparing to host Reko for one of the most anticipated events of the year. True to its traditional annual concert, the group

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Rugby Union – Third Place Play-off: CEA and FTM Set for a Reunion

The battle for third place between the 2025 Madagascar champion, FTM, and the newly promoted CEA will have a special flavor, as six former Manjakaray club players are now in the ranks of the CEA. It is a third-place spot to fight for, but above all, a revenge match for FT Manjakaray. Defeated in the

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Iaro Razanakoto, GT3 Pilot: ‘We are still in the title race’

Iaro Razanakoto, the only international Gran Turismo driver in Africa, is currently visiting Madagascar for a ten-day vacation. He has been competing in the Thailand Super Series GT3 this season. Reflecting on the mid-season, Razanakoto noted a mix of challenges and successes, including podium finishes in Buriram and Bangsen, and a recent third-place finish in

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HEALTH – Traditional medicine stands the test of time

Herbal teas, ‘raokandro’ (traditional Malagasy medicine), and therapeutic massages continue to be part of the healthcare practices for some Malagasy people. These practices remain in use to alleviate various ailments and are also available at several points of sale. In Ambohimahitsy, Veroniaina explains that the use of these practices stems from knowledge passed down through

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