Madagascar restores pre-colonial New Year in Antananarivo

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•The New Year celebration restored is based on Madagascar's pre-colonial calendar.
•The event took place in Antananarivo, the capital city of Madagascar.
•Large crowds attended the festivities on March 19, 2026.
•The celebration had been discontinued during the colonial period and is now officially recognized again.

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▸If the Madagascar government promotes the restored New Year as a national holiday it could strengthen national unity and boost cultural tourism, benefiting local businesses and communities.

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AFRICAAfricanewsCrowds flock to Antananarivo as Madagascar restores Its pre‐colonial new year

Madagascar has reinstated its pre-colonial New Year celebration, drawing large crowds to the capital, Antananarivo. The restoration of this traditional holiday marks a cultural revival that affects national identity and tourism. The event revives historical customs that were previously suppressed during colonial rule.