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Thousands of critically endangered radiated tortoises confiscated from illegal wildlife traders are returning to Madagascar's forests thanks to a groundbreaking partnership. Zoo Atlanta's conservation medicine program is helping ensure these stunning rescued animals stay healthy before and after their release back home.
Madagascar just signed agreements for 46 new solar projects that could bring electricity to millions who've never had it. The island nation is racing toward 80% electrification by 2030, up from just 36% today.
Three African nations kicked off the World Table Tennis Championships with dramatic comeback victories in London. Nigeria's Quadri Aruna led a thrilling rally to beat Saudi Arabia after falling behind early.
Scientists in Madagascar discovered that healthy forests host native rodents while damaged forests fill with invasive rats, revealing a crucial link between conservation and human health. The breakthrough genetic mapping shows how protecting nature might also protect us from disease.
Scientists extracted climate records stretching back to 1300 from Madagascar's ancient baobab trees, revealing how both nature and humans adapted through centuries of dramatic weather changes. The discovery shows remarkable resilience and offers hope for navigating today's climate challenges.
A wildlife corridor in Madagascar is already welcoming lemurs back after planting native forests across 70 hectares to reconnect two protected areas. The project combines cutting-edge science with community support to heal a landscape fractured 60 years ago.
Scientists and local communities in Madagascar are rebuilding a rainforest highway for lemurs, planting more than 100 native tree species to reconnect two wildlife havens torn apart 60 years ago. The forest is already working—lemurs have been spotted using the new corridor.
Researchers discovered that biochar, a charcoal made from coconut husks, can help native forests recover from invasive strawberry guava trees that lemurs accidentally spread. The breakthrough could save Madagascar's endangered forests and the animals that depend on them.
A scientist paused her PhD for 11 years to help Madagascan fishing villages create their own marine conservation zones. The locally managed system has spread to 177 communities and nearly tripled fish populations while protecting local incomes.
A 20-year study reveals that tourism is protecting Madagascar's endangered forests and unique wildlife, though nearby communities need more support. Scientists now have a clear roadmap to help both conservation and local people thrive together.
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Madagascar's new president just appointed the country's anti-corruption leader to run the government, signaling a fresh commitment to clean governance. The move comes as the nation works to rebuild public trust after months of political upheaval.
A new three-year partnership between UNICEF and Japan's aid agency will help transform education for nearly 4.5 million children in Madagascar, where only 23% of kids can read at grade level. The collaboration focuses on teacher training, keeping kids in school, and rebuilding classrooms destroyed by natural disasters.
After Tropical Cyclone Gezani devastated Madagascar's east coast, a regional emergency response team stepped in to help 400,000 affected people get back on their feet. Their successful mission shows how neighbors working together can turn disaster into recovery.
After Tropical Cyclone Gezani battered Madagascar's coast, an alliance of regional and international responders is working together to rebuild damaged hospitals and protect vulnerable communities. Their coordinated response shows how neighbors and partners show up when disaster strikes.
When Cyclone Gezani destroyed up to 80% of homes in Madagascar's poorest neighborhoods, every diocese in the country launched relief campaigns to help families rebuild their lives. Even the government joined the unprecedented relief effort.
When Tropical Cyclone Gezani devastated Madagascar, the country's Catholic bishops mobilized a massive solidarity effort to help nearly half a million affected people. Communities are responding with coordinated relief as the island nation shows how faith and organization can turn tragedy into collective action.
Young entrepreneurs from Jordan, Madagascar, and Tunisia just won a major tech competition for building solutions that save lives, protect the environment, and solve real problems. Their innovations tackle workplace safety, clean energy, and water conservation across Africa and the Middle East.
After two devastating cyclones hit Madagascar within 10 days, Southern Africa's emergency response network is mobilizing to help 270,000 affected people rebuild. The regional deployment shows how neighboring nations are turning climate disasters into opportunities for unity.
At the 2025 Winter Olympics, skiers from Jamaica, Kenya, Eritrea, Madagascar, South Africa, and Benin gathered to support each other and advocate for more resources for athletes from smaller nations. Their message: winter sports belong to everyone, and representation matters.
The Zafimaniry people of Madagascar are finding creative ways to preserve their UNESCO-recognized woodcraft traditions even as deforestation forces them to reimagine their forest-based way of life. Communities are blending old customs with new realities, keeping their cultural identity alive.
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