Living Guide

FOOTBALL – U23 AFCON QUALIFIERS – Barea to rely on a core of expatriate players

Madagascar will begin its U23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Comoros in less than a month. The competition also serves as a qualifier for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. With just over three weeks until their debut, the Barea U23 team is intensifying preparations. To avoid sanctions from international governing bodies, Madagascar […]

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Alifasa Project: When young girls in Antsiranana reinvent cinema

Since 2022, the Alifasa project has established itself as a cultural breath of fresh air in Antsiranana. Every year, during school holidays, the Alliance Française of Diego and the AJFACE open their doors to adolescent girls aged 10 to 17, offering them three weeks to immerse themselves in the world of audiovisuals and cinema. This

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Football – CAF Interclubs: FC Rouge aims to break the first-round curse despite debts

Following their final training session at the Betongolo Stadium, the Malagasy club departs this Tuesday for Ndola to face the Red Arrows in the CAF Confederation Cup. Caught between sporting ambitions and financial difficulties, the ‘Rouges’ are determined to break the losing streak of Malagasy clubs being eliminated in the first round and are dreaming

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Nomad Games: Madagascar competes with two wrestlers

The Great Island is participating in the 6th edition of the Nomad Games, held in Kyrgyzstan, with two representatives competing in the Alysh and Kurash belt wrestling disciplines. Athletes Rakotovelo Mialy Henintsoa (80 kg) and Randrianasolo Heriniaina Arsène (60 kg) are proudly representing the national colors, accompanied by the president of the Malagasy Federation. Captured

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2027 U23 AFCON Qualifiers: FMF entrusts Barea U23 preparation to Solonirina and Hery Nirina

The Malagasy Football Federation (FMF) has taken a significant step by appointing Mr. Solonirina Raharijaona and Mr. Ralison Hery Nirina Jacques Landry to lead the preparation of the Barea U23 team for the 2027 U23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Their mission extends beyond logistical organization; they are tasked with implementing a strategic framework

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Handball: National Championship Kicks Off in Mahamasina

The president of the Malagasy Handball Federation, Andriamanga Herilovasoa Ratsimandao, officially kicked off the Madagascar Handball Championship for senior men’s and women’s categories yesterday at the Mahamasina indoor gymnasium. The atmosphere was electric, marking the return of a flagship competition for Malagasy clubs. In the women’s category, seven teams are competing for the title. Captured

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FOOTBALL – EUROPE – Mathieu Acapiandie to play in the Conference League

The 21-year-old Barea right-back, Mathieu Acapiandie, who stands 1.82m tall, will compete in the European Conference League with his Croatian club, HNK Hajduk Split. The Croatian team is among the thirty-six clubs qualified for this European tournament, which kicks off on October 15. Acapiandie’s club, a six-time national champion, eight-time Cup winner, and five-time Super

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BASKETBALL 5×5 – JOURNEY – Jerry Rabibisoa carries the dream of Toliara to the United States

Starting from Ampasikibo, in Toliara, Jerry Pépin Rabibisoa is living an adventure he never imagined: studying and playing basketball at one of the best Junior Colleges in the United States. Behind this success, the young basketball player does not forget the hardships he faced nor the people who supported him. From Toliara to the United

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ANTSAHAMANITRA – Samoëla reunites with his ever-loyal audience

30 years of career, and still the same connection with his audience. This Sunday, August 30, Antsahamanitra was once again sold out to welcome Samoëla and his fans. With “Tsy Tontan’ny Ela,” organized by Zouk Pro, the artist chose to celebrate his three decades on stage by revisiting the songs that marked his journey. It

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