Colonel Michaël Randrianirina is intensifying his travels across the country. After visiting Atsimo Atsinanana, Boeny, and Diana regions, the head of state is expected to continue his tour next week.
It's a marathon. Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, head of state, has undertaken extensive travels in recent days, chaining together regional visits punctuated by a series of inaugurations and cultural and religious events.
In Farafangana, he notably presided over a ceremony on August 21 in Evato promoting fraternity among eight ethnic groups. He also launched ASIEF 2026 and participated in a cultural event. The Iavoloha resident then headed to Sainte-Marie on Thursday, where he presided over a festival. During the weekend, he successively visited Mahajanga and Nosy Be.
In Mahajanga, the head of state dedicated his visit to inaugurating port expansion works in the City of Flowers. According to officials, this infrastructure holds a strategic place in maritime trade and regional economic development. Colonel Michaël Randrianirina also emphasized the need to strengthen the city's infrastructure and capacities.
His visit to Nosy Be was marked by exchanges with local authorities and residents. Several issues directly affecting daily life were discussed, including water supply, road infrastructure, and difficulties in various sectors. Development challenges and public services featured prominently in discussions.
Heading to Manandriana
The head of state also participated yesterday in the closing ceremony of the FJKM Protestant Church youth congress held in Nosy Be. This series of visits comes as authorities seek to increase visibility of Executive action on the ground. The head of state's presence in different regions also allows him to directly gather concerns from populations and local officials.
The presidential tour is not expected to end in Nosy Be. Barring schedule changes, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina should continue his travels next week, with planned stops in Ambositra and then Manandriana. He is notably expected to participate in an event highlighting culture and local products.
This succession of visits also aims to strengthen the head of state's proximity to the population. Beyond speeches and announcements, these visits provide an opportunity to assess infrastructure conditions, measure local difficulties, and reiterate program priorities, according to communications from the Presidency of the Refoundation of the Republic.
Garry Fabrice Ranaivoson