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FTM Manjakaray, the 2025 Madagascar champions, were eliminated in the Madagascar Cup quarter-finals after losing 17-16 to TFMA Ankasina. COSFA, TFA Anatihazo and Uscar also secured qualification for the semi-finals, according to Newsmada.
Source: Newsmada
A 43-year-old worker died on 8 October in Ambohimangakely after a crowbar came loose while a well was being dug and pierced his heart. The accident happened at about 4.40pm in Andafiavaratra, in the fokontany of Ambohidehilahy, Midi Madagasikara reports.
Source: Midi Madagasikara
A 27-year-old veterinary medicine seller was shot at the Tanambao V bus station in Toamasina during an attack by two masked men. The attackers reportedly fired after demanding money, Midi Madagasikara reports.
Source: Midi Madagasikara
The investigation into the Namontana shooting in Antananarivo has led to the officer identified as the shooter being remanded in custody. The other officers involved have been placed under judicial supervision following the presentation of the investigation’s findings, according to the public prosecutor quoted by Midi Madagasikara.
Source: Midi Madagasikara
The head of Avaradrano prison was dismissed after 11 Chinese detainees disappeared, according to Madagascar’s Ministry of Justice. The case came to light during an inspection of the facility, Midi Madagasikara reports.
Source: Midi Madagasikara
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