On 22, 23 and 24 October, a conference on HIV/AIDS will be held in the Indian Ocean region, at which we in Madagascar will be able to benefit from a wide range of services, including free medical screening for HIV/AIDS, blood group tests, cervical cancer and breast cancer. Madagascar hosts this event every 4 years, and this time international leaders such as UNAIDS and the Global Fund will be present to plead for increased funding to fight HIV/AIDS... Broadcast ‘miaina - mitia’ on Don Bosco radio, in collaboration with the Arrupe centre.

If we look at social phenomena in general, there are often problems in the relationship between mother-in-law and son-in-law. Most commentators say that differences of opinion are at the root of the problem. It can be said that the reason for this is the difference between the families from which they come, each of which has its own knowledge in terms of education. Both parties therefore need to make an effort to improve the relationship and avoid any conflicts that may arise: mutual respect, tolerance, listening, trust... Miaina mitia’ programme on Radio Don Bosco, in collaboration with the Arrupe centre.

Time for Creation 2024‘ Hope and responsibility, with all of creation, is part of the celebration of the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si’. We are among those celebrating in Madagascar and we are in the process of creating the Laudato Si' Movement. There are currently around sixty Laudato Si' facilitators in several dioceses in Madagascar. The first objective will be to bring together all those involved in protecting nature and the planet, particularly within the Catholic Church, to achieve tangible results that affect everyone... miaina mitia’ programme on Don Bosco radio, in collaboration with the Arrupe centre.

Diversity is one of the elements that make up and distinguish marriage, and family life cannot escape it. So, in order to nurture married life and have a balanced love life, there are many good things to know about this diversity. Both men and women have their own responsibilities, even the family... Radio programme ‘miaina - mitia’ to develop family relationships, on Radio Don Bosco.

The Spirit of truth will guide you into all truth

At the end of its second General Assembly, held from 15 to 18 October 2024, the Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace sent a message to government officials at all levels, as well as to all Malagasy and all people of goodwill.

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Love and Salvation

Christmas is a great joy, because it is the love of God that has come to us, proclaims Fr. Bizimana Innocent, Provincial Superior of the Salesians Don Bosco of Madagascar and Mauritius, presenting his Christmas greetings. Salvation is accomplished, so life is not in danger of disappearing. It is this love and this salvation that we wish to fill our life so that we have peace.

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Zatti, our brother

The short film "Zatti, our brother" (Argentina, 2020) focuses on one of the most difficult episodes of his life. We are in Viedma, in 1941: at the age of 60, Zatti is forced to leave the hospital he has attended for decades. His faith and strength are tested.

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