The current situation shows that Malagasy society is facing many challenges, with many problems that are generally perceived to affect everyone directly. One of the most important of these is the problem posed by the environment, where nature is increasingly being damaged, and the insecurity that most Madagascans complain about. On the other hand, especially in the capital, people complain about power cuts and the lack of water. All this has a negative impact on health. Broadcast ‘miaina - mitia’ on Radio Don Bosco, in collaboration with the health commission, at the Arrupe centre.

One way of contributing to harmonious family life is to choose how many children to have and when to have them. Natural contraception is approved by the Catholic Church. It is clear from the facts and people's comments that there is still not enough information about this contraception, even though such information is necessary. Miaina - mitia’ programme on Radio Don Bosco, in collaboration with the health commission and the Arrupe centre.

Making a decision is one of the most important stages in a person's life, especially for young people. So it's a good idea to know all the steps involved so you can make a serious, well-balanced decision. Because of the situation, many people make decisions or are still in chaos, such as conflict, excessive sadness or joy. This often leads to regret, and can disrupt or damage the future. Broadcast “miaina - mitia” on Radio Don Bosco, in collaboration with the Arrupe Center.

On 22, 23 and 24 October, a conference on HIV/AIDS will be held in the Indian Ocean region, at which we in Madagascar will be able to benefit from a wide range of services, including free medical screening for HIV/AIDS, blood group tests, cervical cancer and breast cancer. Madagascar hosts this event every 4 years, and this time international leaders such as UNAIDS and the Global Fund will be present to plead for increased funding to fight HIV/AIDS... Broadcast ‘miaina - mitia’ on Don Bosco radio, in collaboration with the Arrupe centre.

Message from the Bishops at the end of the Pilgrimage

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, You who have come in such large numbers to take part in this national pilgrimage, as well as all of you who are following it from home through the media. We, the bishops of Madagascar, would like to express our deep gratitude to you for having responded to our invitation and for having brought this jubilee initiated by Pope Francis to life spiritually. With you, we take up Mary's song: ‘My soul exalts the Lord’ and we repeat with her: ‘What shall I repay the Lord for all the good he has done me?’....

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Love and Salvation

Christmas is a great joy, because it is the love of God that has come to us, proclaims Fr. Bizimana Innocent, Provincial Superior of the Salesians Don Bosco of Madagascar and Mauritius, presenting his Christmas greetings. Salvation is accomplished, so life is not in danger of disappearing. It is this love and this salvation that we wish to fill our life so that we have peace.

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Zatti, our brother

The short film "Zatti, our brother" (Argentina, 2020) focuses on one of the most difficult episodes of his life. We are in Viedma, in 1941: at the age of 60, Zatti is forced to leave the hospital he has attended for decades. His faith and strength are tested.

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