AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMadagascar Film Festival: The Institute of Malagasy Cinema and Animation (ISSM) kicked off the Madagascar Film Festival in Antananarivo on 20 August, with screenings across 24 regions and six provinces, plus workshops on acting, screenwriting, smartphone filmmaking, animation, streaming, and film financing; the festival wraps 23 August with a gala and awards. Russian Flag Day in Antananarivo: A student concert at La Cité des Cultures on 22 August marked Russian National Flag Day, featuring Russian music and literature from authors like Pushkin and Yesenin, with performances by artists including Oleg Gazmanov and Lyube. Arts & Culture on the Air: China–Africa audiovisual cooperation keeps expanding, with more co-productions and technology sharing, as industry experts report growing two-way engagement across African media. Fashion & Identity (Madagascar link): Azzaro’s new local brand ambassador campaign spotlights South African actor Kwenzo Ngcobo, with the fragrance “Forever Wanted Absolu” featuring Madagascar vanilla. Community & Learning: A youth-focused concert and festival programming theme also shows up in the week’s wider entertainment coverage, from live music listings to film training sessions.
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