The Latest Breaking News from Madagascar

The last days of French rule on the island play out though the eyes of a young boy in 100 Beats Per Minute director Robin Campillo’s autobiographically-inspired drama

The cult director grew up on the luscious island of Madagascar just as it was casting off French rule. It was a deliriously happy time for him – but now he realises what was really going on

France announces constitutional amendment aimed at curbing immigration in its overseas territory near Madagascar.

Madagascar passes a law allowing for the chemical and surgical castration of those convicted of raping minors, aiming to deter rape culture.

Often overlooked in favour of larger, more charismatic cousins, we asked scientists to tell us about the smallest-known species, from a nano-chameleon to a miniature frog

On an island with no art school and beset by crises, Fondation H fills a creative void for Malagasy artists, with its first exhibition showcasing a fusion of ancient weaving and modernity

In the greatest rebuke yet to Pope Francis, the Catholic bishops of Africa and Madagascar have issued a unified statement refusing to follow his declaration allowing priests to offer blessings to same-sex couples

Weather observatory records period of more than 300 hours in which temperatures remained below freezing

Unique, prehistoric rock art drawings have been discovered in the Andriamamelo Cave in western Madagascar. The author was part of a team that discovered and described these ancient treasures. The discoveries contained several surprises, including hints at some remarkable cultural connections. First, scenes depicted in some cases linked up fairly…

President Andry Rajoelina took the oath in a packed stadium on Saturday to start a new term as Madagascar's leader, rebuffing an opposition boycott and international concerns over the island's future.

Unique, prehistoric rock art drawings have been discovered in the Andriamamelo Cave in western Madagascar.