Bilharzia is a disease that exists and continues to exist, and initiatives have been put in place to combat it in 19 districts of the island through the distribution of medicines. The national event lasted 5 days, from 12 to 16 May 2025. Bilharzia, also known as schistosomiasis, is a parasitic disease caused by flatworms of the genus Schistosoma. It is transmitted by contact with contaminated freshwater, where freshwater molluscs release larvae of these worms.... Hygiene and health’ programme on Radio Don Bosco.
Vermicompost has been used in Madagascar for many years. It is used as a fertiliser for organic agricultural production. Among those using this fertiliser is the ‘Lanja Miakatra’ association. The association's founder Ranaivoarison Basile, Papa Bio, shared his knowledge and experience on the subject.
Husbands and wives complement and support each other in many ways; two people, a man and a woman, are determined to continue their lives together. Marriage means independence, continuation of life, mutual acceptance and mutual love without coercion. Marriage is a decision taken before the family, society, the State and the Church, the creation of a new life and a new home... Feminine Promotion" broadcast on Radio Don Bosco.
The Malagasy New Year and Easter are not very far apart, both involving purification and ending in joy, renewal in many respects (personality - heart...) The mind and heart combined become the soul according to Malagasy thought. Let's try to put an end to the emergence of evil, dictatorship, corruption and impunity. Cleanliness is both self-respect and respect for others... Mba ho vanona’ programme in collaboration with General Désiré Ramakavelo.
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, You who have come in such large numbers to take part in this national pilgrimage, as well as all of you who are following it from home through the media. We, the bishops of Madagascar, would like to express our deep gratitude to you for having responded to our invitation and for having brought this jubilee initiated by Pope Francis to life spiritually. With you, we take up Mary's song: ‘My soul exalts the Lord’ and we repeat with her: ‘What shall I repay the Lord for all the good he has done me?’....
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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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