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Madagascar’s education crisis: A system on the edge

Written by Guest Contributor

3 weeks ago

A global Gen-Z revolt: African youth mobilize against corruption and neo-colonialism

Written by Guest Contributor

4 weeks ago

Madagascar’s Gen Z-led revolt against power outages and water supply cuts in urban areas

Written by Mamisoa Raveloaritiana

Translated by Laura

7 October 2025

Africa’s blue economy is still an underutilized resource

Written by Jean Sovon

Translated by Laura

15 August 2025

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In Madagascar, a writing workshop promoting Malagasy online

Wikiteny was a workshop to promote Malagasy online

Written by Mamisoa Raveloaritiana

Translated by Jean-Christophe Brunet

13 June 2025

A group of volunteers in Madagascar is dedicated to preserving their national heritage and environment

It's better to take small steps forward than to stand by and watch the gradual destruction of Madagascar over time

Written by Miora

Translated by Miora, Rebecca Cluett

1 June 2025

Sharp decline in Reporters Without Borders Global World Press Freedom Index in Francophone Africa

Many authoritarian regimes use economic tools to censor the media in Africa

Written by Jean Sovon

Translated by Laura

30 May 2025

How is Africa affected by the US-China tariff war?

Though Africa wasn’t a primary target, it has become collateral damage in this clash of titans

Written by Adesewa Olofinko

18 April 2025

Madagascar: Climate change negatively impacts ecosystems and communities

Several animal species are threatened with extinction

Written by Mamisoa Raveloaritiana

Translated by Laura

7 February 2025

Around twenty elections shaped Africa in 2024

Two Francophone nations deferred their elections without setting a date in 2025

Written by Jean Sovon

Translated by Jean-Christophe Brunet

13 January 2025

Madagascar: Hyperinflation could trigger a social implosion

In Madagascar, the average monthly income is still only USD 42

Written by Independent Reporter, Jean Sovon

Translated by Laura

26 August 2024

Women’s investigative journalism in Madagascar: An interview with Damy Govina

The people have to endure political crises and appalling conditions

Written by Jean Sovon

Translated by Laura

9 July 2024

Madagascar internet price hike: An interview with Harinjaka Andriankoto Ratozamanana

Internet providers changed their tariffs without any prior notice

Written by Jean Sovon

Translated by Laura

20 May 2024

In Madagascar, Andry Rajoelina's dual nationality courts controversy on eve of Presidential Election

Opposition lodges judicial case to disqualify Rajoelina from the race

Written by Mamisoa Raveloaritiana, Jean Sovon

Translated by Adam Long

23 November 2023

Malagasy political crisis viewed through the lens of photographer Rijasolo

"It’s as if we are living in two different countries"

Written by Filip Noubel

Translated by Laura

13 November 2023

Reference points: What to read to understand Madagascar's pre-presidential election debates

Andry Rajoelina's dual nationality fuels discussions in Madagascar

Written by Jean Sovon

Translated by Jean-Christophe Brunet

25 September 2023

Madagascar: Fatal incident overshadows Indian Ocean Island Games’ opening ceremony

There have been several fatal incidents at the Kianja Barea Mahamasina stadium

Written by Mamisoa Raveloaritiana

Translated by Laura

18 September 2023

Madagascar to host the 2023 Indian Ocean Island Games

Madagascar hosts Indian Ocean Island Games for the third time

Written by Mamisoa Raveloaritiana

Translated by Laura

24 August 2023

Malagasy people remain resilient amid the soaring cost of basic commodities

Madagascar is feeling the inflationary effects of the Russia-Ukraine war

Written by Mamisoa Raveloaritiana

Translated by Laura

2 May 2023

Global Voices seeks an editor to lead our Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa coverage

Are you a writer and editor with a deep understanding of and curiosity about all facets of Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa? Apply to be our Regional Editor for Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa!

Written by Filip Noubel

21 November 2022

Ken Behrens-Canberrans caption error creates Australia's accidental COVID-19 hero

An AI typo brings some much-needed levity to nation's capital

Written by Kevin Rennie

27 August 2021

Cyclone Chalane hit Mozambique, leaving much less damage than previous storms

The storm eventually lost its strength, surprising many

Written by Dércio Tsandzana

Translated by Liam Anderson

12 January 2021

#MySkirtMyRight: Women in Madagascar fight sexism and victim-shaming by the government

My skirt, my right. His zip, his problem.

Written by Rakotomalala

Translated by Maysun Hassanaly

28 April 2019

2018 across sub-Saharan Africa: Our favorite stories of epic change and transformation

From long-time leaders stepping down to citizens rising up, a cautious hope surges alongside the continuous struggle. Here are our favorite stories from across Africa in 2018.

Written by Amanda Lichtenstein, Nwachukwu Egbunike

28 December 2018

Madagascar's land defenders call for a comprehensive framework to protect Malagasy rights

"It is crucial that these communities know that they are not alone in their fight and that other citizens support their cause."

Written by Rakotomalala

Translated by Jane Ellis

23 December 2018

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