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Fanjiry association distributes aid in Ambohimangakely

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In Ambohimangakely, in Avaradrano, Madagascar, First Lady Elisa Randrianirina attended a ceremony on 31 October at which the Fanjiry association distributed aid. She advocated development based on the joint contribution of the state, citizens and other actors, L’Express de Madagascar reports.

The Fanjiry association distributed aid when it was officially established in the Avaradrano district, in Ambohimangakely, on 31 October. Its national president, Elisa Randrianirina, Madagascar’s First Lady, called on the state, local authorities, associations, the private sector and citizens to contribute to development, according to L’Express de Madagascar.

Elisa Randrianirina cited, among other things, support for mothers seeking to start a business, helping young people into employment and backing associations that assist vulnerable people. She said sustainable development would not be possible while Malagasy people were forced to beg by the roadside, L’Express de Madagascar reports.

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