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    Madagascar

    Madagascar at a glance

    Capital city

    Antananarivo

    Population

    32.0 million

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $550/month (Numbeo, 2025)

    Freedom score

    Partly Free, score 58/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    1.838/5 — rank 44/163 (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    French, Malagasy

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    People & culture

    The culture remains deeply rooted in the concept of fihavanana, a cherished social bond emphasizing kinship and mutual support. This warmth makes the island a welcoming place for newcomers.