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Middle East war drives up bitumen costs for African road builders

War in the Middle East is pushing up the price of bitumen, the material used to make asphalt and road surfaces – and the effects are being felt across Africa, where few countries produce their own. Higher costs and longer delivery times are forcing firms from Madagascar to Guinea to…

Radio France Internationale

1 lakh cockroaches seized in Australia and authorities are concerned about the hidden insect empire

Australian authorities have seized over 100,000 exotic cockroaches, including Madagascar hissing cockroaches, from a property in Bathurst, marking the country's largest-ever confiscation of illegal invertebrates. The collection, valued at AUD 200,000, highlights concerns about the environmental risks posed by the illegal trade of non-native species.

The Economic Times

Madagascar proverb of the day: 'Don’t be so in love that you can’t tell...' Life lessons on relationships, happiness, human nature and why one should not lose sense of judgment when emotionally invested

Madagascar proverb of the day highlights the importance of balancing emotions with awareness. The proverb, “Don’t be so in love that you can’t tell when it’s raining,” explains how emotional attachment can affect judgment. The saying from Malagasy culture teaches people to notice warning signs, protect self-respect, and avoid ignoring…

The Economic Times

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Vertical gardens are a practical – and beautiful – way to cool down cities

Vertical garden expert Ignacio Solano has spent years studying tropical ecosystems from Colombia to Madagascar.

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Top 5 Ugliest Animals That Look Almost Unreal

What if the world’s ugliest animals are actually some of nature’s greatest survival experts? At first glance, creatures like the Blobfish or Naked Mole-Rat look bizarre, uncomfortable, and almost unreal. Many people laugh at them online without realizing one important truth. Every strange feature they have exists for a reason.…

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The five British passport issues that could prevent you from travelling this summer

Damaged passports: British holidaymakers are being urged to check their travel documents for any damage, as a compromised passport could lead to being denied travel. A passport is deemed damaged if crucial information is illegible, pages torn or missing, the cover is detached or ripped, or if is water damaged…

The Independent UK

Madagascar revives Vara Mada mining project as key investment awaits approval

Madagascar’s largest mining venture – dormant for more than two decades – is gaining momentum once again. Formerly known as “Base Toliara” and rebranded “Vara Mada” in December 2025, the project aims to extract strategic minerals including ilmenite, zircon and monazite.

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Taiwanese president forced to cancel visit to African ally after ‘pressure campaign’ from China

Lai Ching-te was set to fly through the airspace of Seychelles, Mauritius and Madagascar to visit Taiwan’s only diplomatic ally in Africa

The Independent UK

Madagascar baobab trees reveal 700 years of climate secrets and rainfall patterns

The majestic baobabs of Madagascar are more than just awe-inspiring silhouettes on the horizon; they are the historical keepers of the Earth’s climate. These colossal trees have been alive for over a thousand years and are silently keeping records of the environment year by year. Scientists have made a fascinating…

The Times of India

Arrests fuel fears among Madagascar’s gen Z protesters that new regime no better than one they overthrew

Jubilation is turning to disenchantment as young activists arrested after protest calling for election date to be set

The Guardian - UK

Madagascar’s ancient baobabs store 700 years of climate secrets – what they reveal

Madagascar is home to seven species of baobab trees, of which six are found nowhere else on the planet. Many of the trees have been alive for well over 1,000 years. The ancient trees have become symbols of Madagascar itself. They’re also gifts to climate science.

The Conversation

‘Without them there is no life’: the race to understand the mysterious world of Africa’s fungi

Amid growing evidence of fungi’s key role in ecosystems and storing carbon, African scientists are championing the need to preserve ‘funga’ as much as flora and fauna

The Guardian - UK

How to Bond with Lovebirds: A Beginners Guide to Trust and Companionship

What are love birds ?

A clear sign of trust—your lovebird calmly perching on your hand without fear or hesitation.

Lovebirds are small parrots that measure five or six inches long and weigh about two ounces. They have rounded heads and their beaks are relatively large. There are nine different…

Times Pets

Madagascar’s military ruler decrees that ministers must pass lie detector tests

Michael Randrianirina, who dismissed PM and cabinet without explanation, claims measure is to root out corruption

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Madagascar's president orders lie detector tests for candidates applying to be government ministers

Madagascar's military leader says anyone applying to become a minister in his new government will be subjected to lie detector tests to root out those who are corrupt

The Conversation

Tourist visits to Madagascar help conserve some forests, but others suffer: study suggests what to do

Madagascar is one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots. The island country is well known for its diverse and endangered range of wildlife. This includes over 100 species of lemurs and six species of majestic baobab trees found nowhere else.

Times Life

5 Animals That Appear Only at Night and Are Rarely Seen

When the sun sets and the world slows down, a completely different ecosystem comes alive. While humans associate darkness with rest, for many creatures, night is when life truly begins. Hidden from plain sight, these animals have evolved to thrive in silence, shadows, and secrecy. Nocturnal animals are not just…

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Madagascar charts new course with France, after meeting Putin in Moscow

French President Emmanuel Macron and Madagascar's interim leader, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, held talks and agreed to "renew" ties on Tuesday, despite steps taken by the former French colony to draw closer to Russia.

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Killer beetles in the baobabs: researcher warns of risk to African trees

Baobabs aren’t supposed to fall. They can live for up to 2,500 years. Famous for their resilience, these huge trees have stood tall across Africa, weathering droughts and winds that flatten everything else.

Radio France Internationale

Madagascar’s ‘people of the forest’ confront life beyond the woods

The Zafimaniry people of Madagascar are confronting a difficult choice about their future as deforestation and globalisation reshape their way of life. Fewer than 15,000 members of this forest-based community live in the “land of mist” on the southern edge of the country’s central highlands, where decades of heavy deforestation…

Radio France Internationale

Cyclone Gezani kills dozens, displaces thousands in Madagascar

At least 38 people have died in Madagascar after Cyclone Gezani tore through the coastal city of Toamasina with winds of up to 250 km/h. The country’s leader appealed for "international solidarity" in the face of the catastrophe.

The Independent UK

Cyclone Gezani leaves 36 dead and thousands of homes destroyed in Madagascar

Authorities say Cyclone Gezani killed at least 36 people, injured more than 370 and destroyed almost 18,000 homes in a 24-hour spell of destruction across Madagascar

Euronews

Nine killed as Cyclone Gezani batters Madagascar

Tropical Cyclone Gezani collapsed houses in Madagascar's main port city and left at least 31 people dead as it crossed the Indian Ocean island with high winds and rain, authorities said Wednesday.

The Independent UK

Tropical Cyclone Gezani hits Madagascar and kills at least 20

Authorities in Madagascar say at least 20 people have died after Tropical Cyclone Gezani hit the large Indian Ocean island

Radio France Internationale

African athletes have blazed a trail at Winter Olympics for over 60 years

Athletes from around the world are in the Italian Alps for the opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics on Friday – including 13 sportspeople from eight African countries. Though the continent isn't associated with winter sports, Africa has been a constant and growing presence at the Games since 1960.

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