INTRODUCTION

Madagascar is an island nation in the Indian Ocean off the south-eastern coast of Africa.
Madagascar has a strategic location along the Mozambique Channel. The government
system is a republic, the chief of state is the president and the head of government is the
prime minister. Madagascar transitioned from socialist economic policies to a market
economic with policy as privatization and liberalization. Madagascar is a member of the
Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the Southern African
Development Community (SADC).

GEOGRAPHY OF MADAGASCAR

Madagascar is the 46th largest country in the world in total area with a land mass spreading
across approximately 593,000 square kilometres. The country split from what is now the
Indian Subcontinent around 88 million years ago and drifting across the Indian Ocean, with
it’s plants and animals evolving in isolation on the island. Madagascar is considered a part
a Southern African as it is located in the Indian Ocean east of Mozambique. It is a large
island that has a narrow coastal plain with a high plateau and mountain in its centre.
Madagascar’s highest mountain is Maromokotro at 9,435 feet(2,876m).

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Climate of Madagascar

Madagascar has two seasons that are recognized and they are the hot and rainy seasons
from November to April and also the cool and dry season from May to October

Madagascar’s east coast has a Sub-equatorial climate that is being driven by the easterly
trade winds along with heaviest and the most consistent rainfall of approximately
3,700mm annually.

Madagascar’s west coast is generally drier and is subject to a significant coastal erosion

Madagascar’s southwest and its extreme south are the semi-desert environment that are
receiving less than 800mm of rainfall annually and the average annual temperatures are
23°C and 27°C along its coast between 16°C and 19°C in the central mountains

Low season

The season of cyclones in Madagascar one should avoid visiting from mid January until the
end of March cause most of the hotels situated on the coast are closed and it’s is advised
to pack : Mosquito repellent, Rain gear , Cosy dry clothes, Germ killer Silica gel and also
plastic bag .

It is also advice to wear long trousers and long sleeves in the evening but short and t-shirt is
fine when it is hot during the day and don’t forget to apply Mosquito spray regularly.

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Currency and economy

Madagascar currency and how it compares to the Rand Malagasy ariary Ar (MGA)A). It’s
symbol

• The Malagasy anary was introduced a 1 January 2005. It replaced the previous

Currency, the Malagasy Franc. The decision switch to the Ariary was made in effect

promote national identity and improve economic stability.

To +1 South African Rand = 236,23 Malagasy a (Malagasy Ariary is weak compared to the
Rarel)

Which industries Contribute to the economy and GDP of Madagascar.

In Madagascar, Several industries play a significant role in contributing to the economy and
gross domestic product. Agriculture, forestry, and Fishing: This sector is Madagascar’s
largest contributor to the GDP/ accounting for approximately 21,89% in 2022.

Mining: Madagascar has mineral deposits including , coal, oil, natural gas and Chrome

Texhles : The texchle industry contributes through

Clothing manufacturing and exports.

Tourism: maday ascors unique biodiversity al landscapes, and rich cultural heritage
attracts tourists additionally , there are other sectors like manufacturing services and
construction that contribute to the economy overall, the combination of these Industries
support Madagascar’s market Contributes to ‘it’s GDP economy

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Language, culture, traditions and religion

Madagaxer has two official languages: Malagasy and French.

Culture

The culture of Madagascar reflects the origins of the malagasy

People in Southeast Asia, East Africa and Oceania. The

Influence of Arabs, Indians, British, French and Chinese Settlers is also evident.

Traditions

• Burying the umbilical cord of a new-born

• Cutting a baby’s hair after three months

• All house should face west

• Never has a Funeral on Thursday

•Taking up your spoon only after your elders.

The head of the bed must face north

Religion

Over half of the Malagasy are traditional tribal religionists.

Some exclusively and others practising in lonjunction with Christian beliefs .According to
Pew Research centre data for 201853 percent of the population are Christian , 3 percent
are Adhere to traditional beliefs and a Muslim 4,5 percent 9.6 percent have no affiliation.

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Food and Drinks

Madagasion Cuisine is influenced by Arabia, China, France and India.

Vary Amin’anana

Etymologically, “vary” means nice, and “anone” means green.

Vegetables such as cress. Therefore, Vary Amin’anana is A combination of rice and green
vegetables, usually served as vegetable and dinner. It is often eaten with chicken meat ,
eggs or mini Shrimp called chevaquines

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Ranon’ampango

This essential drink Rice Sterth Stuck this purpose with chicken, Ves chevaquines with is
consumed hot comes from looking pot provide for to the bottom of which is certain amount
of water is added and which has been intentionally burnt.

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Romazaya

A traditional dish in Malagasy cruisine made with meat and edible leaves, including
parccess. The meat for Runazove is usually Lebu in used in Madagascar or fairly Fattly
pieces of beef, but it can also be prepared with Chicken or fish.

Akoho Rony

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It is also called Ronakuho, this dish is a broth made from a local Special of chicken, The
Akoho Gasy dish you take to Prepare this for a whole chicken and look hours with crushed,
Fresh ginger.

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Transport an accessibility

The most common way to reach Madagascar from South Africa is by ARR by aur From
Johannesburg on Air Madagascar (MD) (3h somin) from Pietermaritzburg to Antananarivo
(6h3+min).

From Port Elizabeth to Antananarive (7 hours 5min ).

The distance from Johannesburg and South the distance from Johannesburg (SA) to
Antananarivo (Madagascar) is approximately 9437 kilometres Madagascar is in the East
African time, which 2 hours ahead of South Africa.

By sea, International tour operators pronce

Madagascar as a stopping place on extended

Cruses of the Indian and western pacific oceans

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Accommodation

Royal beach the and spa Is a 4 star resort of the sounds hotels Group located on the
island of perfume next to the vibration town of Ambatoloaka in Nosy Be. Experience high
standards and peel there Malagasy hospitality.

Princess Bora lodge & spa

-A charming lodge, allying locuity and wild nature in a typically tropical environment, the
princess Bora is a warm and human sized Hotel.

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Nosy Be Hotel

Is a small resort with quiet and peaceful access to the beach, located in the Nosy Be
archipelago. A magical authentic place combining comport with Malagasy elements”

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Tropical Paradise

A small tall island with absolutely no beach and barely a small rocky approach (if you can
call it that) Akinvoniy is off limits for people.

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ATTRACTIONS

Lokabe National

Is a national park in north-western Madagascar and is located It is on south-eastern side of

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Nosy Be, an island off the coast of Madagascar. It is known for its Black lemur and the
beautiful rosy Be panther Chameleon.

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Isalo National Park

Is a national park in the Thorombe Region of Madagascar, in the southwest of corner of the
province of Flanarantsoa. The closest town in Thasy. It is a sand storie landscape that has
been dissected by wind and water erosion into rocky out crops, plateaus, extensive plains
and up to 200m (600ft) deep Gay” Permanent rivers and streams as well as many seasonal
water course elevation varies between 510 and 1,268m.

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The Baobab Tree

There are Adansonia is a genus made up to of eight species of medium to large deciduous
trees known as the Baobabs. They are placed in the malvaceae family, subfamily
Bombacoideae. They are native to Madagascar, mainland Africa, and Australia the free
have also been introduced to other regions like Asia.

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Ranomafana National Park

Is a National park in south-eastern Madagascar, in the Haute

Matsiatra and Vatovavy regions. It was established as Madagascar's fourth national park
in 1991 following the rediscovery of the greater bamboo lemur and the discovery of
the golden bamboo lemur the primatologist

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Activities

Fishing trips and hiking

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Snorkeling and diving

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Events and night life

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abaret du glacier

It is an ideal sport to enjoy nightlife in Madagascar the crowd great and hosts classy party at
the venue not with just the local but also for holidaymakers with a dance floor everyone
can have a dance

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Le Taxi Be

Is one of the best clubs in Madagascar located in Antsiranana and plays good music ever
night they also have the best cocktail at an affordable price for visitors

Mojo by no comments

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Offers a happy hour for everyone they also offer live matches and provide free wifi access for their guests and
also serve food and Drinks

Donia Music Festival

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Held in September at the Hell-Ville Stadium on Nosy Be Island, the Donia Music Festival is a combination of
Malagasy music, sport and cultural events. The festivities last for a full week and draw in over 40,000
spectators.

Madajazzcar
October’s Maddajazzcar is a massive, two-week long celebration of jazz held in venues all
over the capital. International musicians, singers and thousands of visitor

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Reference

https://www.tripsavvy.com/official-languages-of-madagascar-4845722
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The worldfact book
https://www.goway.com/travel-information/africa-middle-east/madagascar/food-and-
drink/
Map of Madagascar, 1666
“Projet de Constitution de la Quatrième République de Madagascar”

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