The destruction of the surrounding marshes is detrimental to the environment, in particular the wetlands around the Alaotra marsh. Conservationists fear that the marshes will not be found in Alaotra as long as the destruction continues...

The “Syndicat des Organizations Agricoles” or “SOA Network” continues to develop young farmers, especially young women in rural areas, to become professionals in their fields. Along with this, there is the training of young people to become leaders in farmers' organizations.

SOAMIARADIA has done its best to promote rural development in the Vakinakaratra region. An organization that will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2022.

Farmers have tried to maintain their production despite the Covid pandemic. The Federation of Rural Women of Madagascar, or FVTM, did not miss the International Day of the Farmer Woman, which is celebrated every October 15; by presenting the productions of the members, their efforts, they mark it each year.

Diocese of Miarinarivo

Pope Francis has accepted the renunciation of the pastoral government of the Diocese of Miarinarivo, presented by H.E. Mgr Jean Claude Randrianarisoa. At the same time, the Supreme Pontiff has appointed H.E. Mgr Marie Fabien Raharilamboniaina, as Apostolic Admnistrator sede vacante et ad nutum Sanctae Sedis of the same Diocese.

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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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