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Madagascar: Madagascar’s ‘People of the Forest’ Confront Life Beyond the Woods
[RFI] 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 sou…
Africa: All of Africa Today – February 12, 2026
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North American Morning Briefing : Futures Mostly Decline; Investors Wait for Jobs Data -2-
The suspected shooter was found dead from what appeared to be a self-inflicted injury, according to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Police said they believe the shooter was a woman with brown hair wearing a dress but declined to give a name pending …
Madagascar: Madagascar’s Youth Revive Ancestral Rites in Search of Identity
[RFI] Facing unemployment and social tensions, young people in Madagascar are returning to ancestral possession rituals and traditions tied to identity and belonging.
Thai Parliament Dissolves to Head Off No-Confidence Vote
Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at political turmoil in Thailand, the European Union indefinitely freezing Russian assets, and the resignation of Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov.
Broken Promises
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Cha…
Africa: Madagascar Win It All At Fiba 3×3 Africa Cup 2025
[New Times] Hosts Madagascar claimed trophies in both men’s and women’s FIBA 3×3 Africa Cup 2025 that concluded in Antananarivo on Sunday, December 7.
Madagascar: Madagascar Sees Bumper Lychee Harvest As Investigators Probe Trade Kingpin
[RFI] Madagascar has opened its lychee export season with strong harvests and record prices – even as investigators examine a sector that has for years been controlled by tycoon Mamy Ravatomanga, now under arrest in Mauritius.
Africa: All of Africa Today – October 27, 2025
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Challenges Facing Chinese Firms in Africa: A Closer Look
Recent unrest in some African countries has brought to light the multifaceted risks that Chinese businesses encounter in the region. While China’s involvement in Africa through infrastructure projects and the Belt and Road Initiative has facilit…
China-Africa Partnership Strengthens with New Trade Hub Launch in Nansha
China and Africa forge closer economic ties as the inauguration of the China-Africa Economic and Trade Greater Bay Area International Business Center takes place in Nansha, Guangzhou. This significant milestone marks the establishment of the first dedi…