By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Midi Madagasikara
Madagascar’s director of prison administration, the head of Avaradrano prison and the Antanimora station chief have been placed in pre-trial detention after the irregular release of 11 Chinese nationals. The three officials were brought before the Anosy prosecutor’s office, according to first deputy prosecutor Andrianarivony Nirina, quoted by Midi Madagasikara.
Madagascar’s Justice Minister Fanirisoa Ernaivo denied ordering the release of 11 Chinese prisoners, an accusation made by the secretary-general of the prison administration union. Her response came hours after a video of him was released, Midi Madagasikara reported.
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A Chinese national was arrested at Ivato Airport in Madagascar while attempting to board with 2.85 kilograms of gold. Malagasy Prime Minister Mamitiana Rajaonarison called for an investigation targeting all those responsible and promised to dismantle trafficking networks, according to L’Express.
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Madagascar’s President Michaël Randrianirina has asked his ministers to present their anti-corruption strategies publicly. The request comes amid a scandal involving 11 Chinese detainees who allegedly left prison illegally, RFI reports.
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Madagascar’s President Michaël Randrianirina ordered the transfer of three agents after an unannounced visit to the airport management service at Ivato. He denounced corruption in public services and called for immediate sanctions against those responsible, L’Express de Madagascar reported.
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Madagascar opens contact centre for taxpayersMadagascar’s Directorate General of Taxes opened a contact centre on 23 October 2026 to inform, guide and support taxpayers. The initiative is intended to bring tax services closer to citizens and make it easier to meet tax obligations, according to L’Express.
Ugandan NGO suspensions deepen civil society crisisThe suspension of several Ugandan NGOs is leading to job losses and increasing compliance costs for organisations still operating. Yona Wanjala, executive director of Civic Advisory Hub, described a climate of fear linked to accusations of activities harmful to national security, according to Pmldaily.The week in Africa
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