Madagascar, officially the Republic of Madagascar, is an island country in the Indian Ocean that includes the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands.

Feb 3, 2026 · Madagascar, island country lying off the southeastern coast of Africa. Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world, after Greenland, New Guinea, and Borneo.

Dec 5, 2023 · Located off the coast of East Africa in the Indian Ocean, Madagascar is the second-largest island country in the world. It covers an area of t 592,800 sq. kilometers. The country can be …

1 day ago · Authorities in Madagascar say at least 31 people have died after Tropical Cyclone Gezani hit the large Indian Ocean island.

Madagascar shares maritime borders with Comoros, France (Mayotte and Réunion), Mauritius, Mozambique and Seychelles. The fourth-largest island in the world has been isolated for about 80 …

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1 day ago · Madagascar's disaster management says roads are inaccessible with trees uprooted, power poles down and ninety percent of roofs ripped off.

Jan 10, 2026 · Madagascar is a vast island nation off Africa’s southeastern coast, renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity and distinct cultural heritage. Separated from the African mainland for …

2 days ago · At least 31 people have been killed as Cyclone Gezani left a trail of destruction in Madagascar. Authorities issued red alerts for several regions warning of possible floods and …

Formerly an independent kingdom, Madagascar became a French colony in 1896, but regained its independence in 1960. During 1992-93, free presidential and National Assembly elections were held, …