Hear Some Wonderful Music and Support Madagascar

Internationally renowned Malagasy musician Nogabe Randriaharimalala will be performing .

Oct. 25, 2011

It seems appropriate that the 50th post on Akany Avoko's blog is to advertise the 25th Anniversary of the wonderful charity Money for Madagascar. All this year, they are celebrating 25 years of supporting projects all around Madagascar that have helped children, families, plants, animals and everything in between. Read below to see how you can hear some wonderful Malagasy music and help Money for Madagascar help others:

Since 1986 UK registered charity “Money for Madagascar” has been supporting vulnerable people and protecting unique habitats in one of the World’s poorest countries. In celebration of our 25th Birthday we invite you to join us in a magical afternoon of Malagasy music and culture headlined by inspirational singer-songwriter Nogabe Randriaharimalala.

Relax and enjoy the rhythmic, mellow and unique sound of this fabulously agile guitarist and singer performing in one of London’s finest live music venues, the Union Chapel, Islington.

The concert is on Saturday 12th November 2011.

Book a full-day ticket and join us between 11am and 4.30pm to browse traditional Malagasy handcrafts and learn more about the work of MfM. Then enjoy a delicious Malagasy lunch followed by an afternoon of music from the Indian Ocean. Alternatively, book a concert-only ticket and join us between 2.30pm and 4.30pm to experience Nogabe’s spellbinding performance in a truly unique world-music venue. Children and families are especially welcome as this is a great opportunity to enjoy top-quality world music and international culture in a day-time event.

For more information about event email irenee@moneyformadagascar.com.

To buy tickets directly from Union Chapel, visit their events page.

For more information about Money for Madagascar visit their website or new blog.

View and download the complete event flyer here. 

25 Wonderful Years

A big celebration calls for a big cake. This 2 meter long one did not disappoint.

June 17, 2011 Text and Photos by Chad Lebo

Last weekend a marvelous milestone was reached by one of Madagascar's most dedicated supporters; Money for Madagascar (MfM) celebrated 25 years of providing generous support for the people of Madagascar. For almost their entire 25 years, they have been a crucial partner for Akany Avoko. Hundreds of children have been helped thanks to their tireless support.

The anniversary deserved to be celebrated properly and it certainly was. The Director, Mme. Lalasoa, called it the best party she has been to in the 17 years she has worked at Akany Avoko. It was attended by the directors of La Source and several other programs supported by MfM. Also attending was Martin Wilkinson, a trustee from MfM who had just completed several weeks of visiting the many locations around the island where MfM is active.

A night of 8 performances was capped with an amazing Sakalavan dance from the southwest coast. Rather convincing for some highland kids.