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After the fall of President Andry Rajoelina, Madagascar’s High Constitutional Court appointed, on Tuesday 14 October, Colonel Michael Randrianirina to oversee the transition at the head of the country. At 51, this outspoken officer, a former governor of the Androy region, becomes the new strongman of the island nation, once again plunged into political uncertainty. […]
Malagasy President Andry Rajoelina on Tuesday named the first members of his new government, prioritizing the security sector. Manantsoa Rakotoarivelo Deramasinjaka has been appointed to head the Armed Forces, Andriantsarafara Rakotondrazaka became Minister Delegate for the National Gendarmerie, and Mandimby Ny Aina Randriambelo was named Minister of Public Security. Indeed, Rajoelina reminded that the government’s […]
Le sélectionneur national de Madagascar, Corentin Martins, a dévoilé sa liste des joueurs retenus pour les matchs face au Mali et les Comores en octobre prochain, comptant pour les éliminatoires de la Coupe du monde 2026. Madagascar retrouve les pelouses en octobre prochain. Les Barea affronteront les Comores et le Mali, les 8 et 12 […]
Malagasy President Andry Rajoelina announced on Monday, September 29, 2025, the dissolution of his government, following a wave of popular protests marked by violence that left at least 22 dead and more than 100 injured, according to the United Nations. This decision comes after several days of protests led mainly by young people, who denounced […]
The African Nations Championship (CHAN) final is now set. On Tuesday, Madagascar and Morocco booked their places in the competition’s last act. In Dar es Salaam, the Malagasy got the better of Sudan (1-0 a.e.t.) thanks to a decisive strike from TN Rakotondraibe in extra time, at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium. In the other semifinal, Morocco […]
Madagascar secured its ticket to the CHAN 2025 final after its win over Sudan (1-0). A deserved victory for the Barea, who finished the match with 10 men. For the first time in its history, Madagascar will contest the final of the African Nations Championship. The Barea booked their place in the CHAN 2025 final […]