Family photo from the graduation ceremony of the Confucius Institute at the University of Antananarivo last Friday. More and more young Malagasy are turning to Chinese to broaden their future prospects. This trend is confirmed at the Confucius Institute of the University of Antananarivo, where 136 students recently earned their Bachelor's degree in Chinese language and culture, last Friday in Ankatso. These new graduates now intend to put their skills to work in the professional world.
"The goal in learning Chinese is to expand my knowledge so I'm not limited to opportunities offered only in Madagascar. That's why I chose this field and I plan to continue my studies," says Sandatiana, one of the graduates from the Hiratra class.
"This 2026 cohort stands out particularly for the excellence of its results. The academic level reached new heights this year, marked by high grades and a significant increase in the averages achieved by top students," according to Prisca Maroy Rasoanirina, Malagasy director of the Confucius Institute at the University of Antananarivo.
Beyond academic excellence, the Confucius Institute confirms its appeal to Malagasy youth. "The numbers speak for themselves: the institution recorded a strong increase in first-year enrollment (L1), rising from 300 students last year to 350 for this academic year," the director adds.
Mialisoa Ida