AmCham Madagascar

23/10/2026

A big thank you to Matthew Rowe, Consular Chief at the U.S. Embassy in Madagascar for his insightful presentation at our October TMRT, covering the new South Africa-based visa application process and key guidance for business travelers.

Thank you to our Partner Innoveo (Salon RSE&IDD), our Charter Member ViMa, all participating members and friends, and Radisson Blu for their continued support and collaboration.

We look forward to seeing you in November!

21/10/2026

📣 FINAL REMINDER: ONLY ONE (1) SPOT AVAILABLE.

Dear AmCham Members and Friends,

The American Chamber of Commerce in Madagascar is pleased to announce its upcoming Thursday Morning Round Table, scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Radisson Blu, Tana Waterfront, Ambodivona.

We are honored to welcome Matthew Rowe, Consular Chief at the U.S. Embassy in Madagascar, as our guest speaker.

Mr. Rowe will address the following topics:

· Key steps and timelines for submitting visa applications under the new South Africa-based process.
· Practical recommendations for business travelers, including appointment scheduling, travel logistics, and document verification.
· Available support services.

Program :
9:00–9:30 AM: Breakfast & Networking
9:30–10:30 AM: Presentation
10:30–11:00 AM: Q&A Session

Participation Fee (including buffet breakfast) :
Members who have paid their 2026 membership fee: 55,000 Ar
Members who have not yet paid their 2026 membership fee: 65,000 Ar
Non-members: 65,000 Ar

Kindly RSVP by Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at noon.

We look forward to your participation in this important and timely discussion.

Best regards,

AmCham Madagascar

20/10/2026

📣 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑
Our next TMRT will be held this Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 9 am at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Antananarivo Waterfront.

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫: 𝐇.𝐄. 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐎𝐖𝐄, 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 U.S. Embassy Madagascar
🔴 𝐓𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐂: Visa Application considering the new South Africa-based process.

RSVP at [email protected] or call at 0331500474

Dear AmCham Members and Friends,

The American Chamber of Commerce in Madagascar is pleased to announce its upcoming Thursday Morning Round Table, scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Radisson Blu, Tana Waterfront, Ambodivona.

We are honored to welcome Matthew Rowe, Consular Chief at the U.S. Embassy in Madagascar, as our guest speaker.

Mr. Rowe will address the following topics:

· Key steps and timelines for submitting visa applications under the new South Africa-based process.
· Practical recommendations for business travelers, including appointment scheduling, travel logistics, and document verification.
· Available support services.

Program :
9:00–9:30 AM: Breakfast & Networking
9:30–10:30 AM: Presentation
10:30–11:00 AM: Q&A Session

Participation Fee (including buffet breakfast) :
Members who have paid their 2026 membership fee: 55,000 Ar
Members who have not yet paid their 2026 membership fee: 65,000 Ar
Non-members: 65,000 Ar

Kindly RSVP by Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at noon.

We look forward to your participation in this important and timely discussion.

Best regards,

AmCham Madagascar

15/10/2026

Dear AmCham Members and Friends,

The American Chamber of Commerce in Madagascar is pleased to announce its upcoming Thursday Morning Round Table, scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Radisson Blu, Tana Waterfront, Ambodivona.

We are honored to welcome Matthew Rowe, Consular Chief at the U.S. Embassy in Madagascar, as our guest speaker.

Mr. Rowe will address the following topics:

· Key steps and timelines for submitting visa applications under the new South Africa-based process.
· Practical recommendations for business travelers, including appointment scheduling, travel logistics, and document verification.
· Available support services.

Program :
9:00–9:30 AM: Breakfast & Networking
9:30–10:30 AM: Presentation
10:30–11:00 AM: Q&A Session

Participation Fee (including buffet breakfast) :
Members who have paid their 2026 membership fee: 55,000 Ar
Members who have not yet paid their 2026 membership fee: 65,000 Ar
Non-members: 65,000 Ar

Kindly RSVP by Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at noon.

We look forward to your participation in this important and timely discussion.

Best regards,

AmCham Madagascar

09/10/2026

The AmCham Office will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026 in observance of Columbus Day.

Normal operations resume on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

02/10/2026

Some photos of the AmCham booth at Freedom Fest 2026, featuring our members Madagascar Design, Akomba Garment, and EL Bissap Mada.

The Freedom Festival 2026, held on September 26–27 at the Hôtel de Ville d’Analakely in Antananarivo, brought together the public, businesses, and organizations to celebrate 250 years of American independence and 160 years of commercial relations between Madagascar and the United States.

Organized by the U.S. Embassy in Madagascar, the free two-day event featured historical exhibitions, cultural performances, educational and entrepreneurship initiatives, as well as a showcase of economic and commercial ties between the two countries.

AmCham Madagascar was proud to take part in the celebration, connecting with members, partners, and visitors throughout the festival.

27/09/2026

25/09/2026

🇺🇸 Interested in American Brands and Business?
As we celebrate 250 years of America and 160 years of U.S.–Madagascar ties, economic partnership remains a vital bridge between our two nations!
Join us at Hôtel de Ville Analakely this weekend at the Freedom Festival to visit commercial booths featuring top American companies and products.
What’s On:
🔹Discover products and services from leading U.S. enterprises
🔹Learn how U.S. businesses drive quality, sustainability, and innovation
🔹Connect with local representatives and partners
Free entry. Bring your friends and family to explore!
🔹Saturday, Sept 26: 10:30 – 18:00
🔹 Sunday, Sept 27: 08:30 – 18:00

🇺🇸 Te-hahalala ireo marika sy orinasa Amerikana ve ianao?
Izao fanamarihana ny faha-250 taonan’i Etazonia sy ny 160 taonan’ny firahalahiana eo amin’i Etazonia sy Madagasikara izao, dia mbola maneho fa rohy mampifandray ny firenentsika roa tonta ny fiaraha-miasa ara-toekarena.

Andao hiaraka aminay etsy amin’ny Lapan’ny Tanàna etsy Analakely amin’ity faran’ny herinandro ity mandritra ny Freedom Festival hitsidika ny tranoheva hampirantiana ireo vokatra sy orinasa amerikana.

Hahafahanao:
🔹Mahita vokatra sy tolotra avy amin’ireo orinasa amerikana goavana
🔹 Mamantatra ny kalitao, ny fandrosoana maharitra ary ny fanavaozana entin’ireo orinasa amerikana
🔹Mifandray amin’ireo solontenan’ireo orinasa ireo

Tsy misy vidim-pidirana. Misokatra ho an’ny rehetra ka taomy ny havana aman-tsakaiza!

🔹 Sabotsy, 26 Septembra: 12:00 – 18:00
🔹 Alahady, 27 Septembra: 08:30 – 18:00
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🇺🇸 Interested in American Brands and Business?
As we celebrate 250 years of America and 160 years of U.S.–Madagascar ties, economic partnership remains a vital bridge between our two nations!
Join us at Hôtel de Ville Analakely this weekend at the Freedom Festival to visit commercial booths featuring top American companies and products.
What’s On:
🔹Discover products and services from leading U.S. enterprises
🔹Learn how U.S. businesses drive quality, sustainability, and innovation
🔹Connect with local representatives and partners
Free entry. Bring your friends and family to explore!
🔹Saturday, Sept 26: 10:30 – 18:00
🔹 Sunday, Sept 27: 08:30 – 18:00

25/09/2026

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22/09/2026

Come celebrate the with us !

🇺🇸 Manome fotoana anao eny amin'ny Lapan'ny Tanana Analakely amin'ity faran'ny herinandro ity.

Hiara-hankalaza ny faha-250 taonan'i Etazonia sy ny 160 taonan'ny finamanan'i Etazonia sy Madagasikara isika.

🔹Sabotsy 26 Septambra: 10:30 – 18:00 (Parvis)
12:00 - 18:00 (Hall)
🔹Alahady 27 Septambra: 08:30 – 18:00

Ahitanao fampirantiana sy fampisehoana ary fanentanana isan-karazany momba ny tantaran'i Etazonia sy ireo mpanorina azy, ny kolontsaina amerikana, torolalana momba ny fanohizana fianarana any Etazonia, ireo asa fikarohana amerikana, trivia quizzes, spelling bee, line dancing sy fifaninanan-kira, fampisehoana hiarahana amin'ny Big Band Kely BBK sy fanentanana maro hafa!
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🇺🇸 Join us at the City Hall Analakely for a special weekend celebrating the 250th anniversary of America and 160 years of U.S.–Madagascar ties!

🔹Saturday, Sept 26: 10:30 – 18:00 (indoor exhibits open at 12 pm)
🔹 Sunday, Sept 27: 08:30 – 18:00

On the program: American History & Founding Fathers, U.S. study info sessions, live music with Big Band Kely, an American singing competition, line dancing, movie sessions, a trivia quizz, spelling bee, U.S. innovation demonstrations and much more!

Mark your calendars!