World leaders have gathered in Belem, Brasil under the ongoing shadow of the climate catastrophe, for the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30). The summit has begun with the world in an unprecedented level of risk from – and in the case of Madagascar experience of the impacts of – climate change, but serious questions must be asked about…
A huge thank you from us to everyone who helped to create the new dormitory at the AAB Centre, for boys unable to live with their families. A dormitory for boys unable to live with their families has been officially opened at a centre we support. The new dormitory at the AAB Centre, a service on the outskirts of…
On Saturday, June 15th 2024, a significant milestone was reached in Amboasarikely, Ambalalava Fokontany, in the Itasy region of Madagascar. MfM, in partnership with our education partner AVM (Association Voahary Maintso), officially opened a remarkable new bridge as part of the Education for Life programme. This bridge is more than just infrastructure; it represents a transformative change for the…
The Story of Lalao Victor Mamainirina “The AAA (Akany Avoko Ambohidratrimo) and AAB (Akany Avoko Bevalala) Centre has been my life and is more than my family. I arrived at the AAB Centre when I was 18 months old, gravely ill and not expected to survive. The parents of Irenée, the current Director of Money for Madagascar, donated blood…
Engaging in discussions about potential collaboration with Kew was an honour, marking another milestone in our enduring commitment to Madagascar’s conservation efforts spanning over 30 years. Climate Change in Madagascar & its Impact on the World This event was not just a gathering, but rather a celebration of hope, collaboration, and a shared commitment to conservation. The Royal…
The weather wasn’t as kind for our annual Cross Bay Walk this year but it did not deter the enthusiasm and enjoyment of our walkers, Due to the natural changes in the estuary, the safe route navigated by Guide Across The Bay was longer and involved wading across more channels. This meant that the walk this year was over…
We are working on an exciting partnership with Solar United to provide solar panels to remote communities. The staff on the recent visit to Madagascar spoke to people about how they currently light their homes. They learned about a mother who was buying candles so her children could do their school work. However, the family’s finances were so tight,…
In March our Chair, Director, a long-standing trustee and our Fundraiser went out to Madagascar to meet partners and see the work being done first hand. This was the first trip since the global pandemic and it was great for them to meet up with friends and partners to see how they are and also the progress made on…
Along with the Robert MacGregor Teacher Training Programme (RMTTP), and the Association Voahary Maitso, we have been involved in a week-long training programme aiming to improve teaching in the Itasy region. Robert MacGregor qualified as a teacher in Edinburgh and has been teaching since 2006. From 2015 – 2018, Robert lived in Madagascar developing teacher training courses. Most of…
We have a project to create and develop vegetable gardens and school canteens in two schools – EPP Mahatsara and EPP Andasifahatelo. Providing the children and their parents with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills will help ensure food security for these communities. They also learn about the natural environment and protecting Madagascar’s unique biodiversity. Students learn about…
Madagascar may become a partner country of…
Madagascar’s head of state Michael Randrianirina has…
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