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Madagascar
Gold trade reopening piques statesmen's interest

Former senator and pro-Rajoelina man Sylvain Rabetsaroana has joined Paul Rafanoharana, once prime minister material, in entering the gold industry. [...]

Published on 17/03/2021 at 06:00 GMT Reading time 2 minutes

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Andry Rajoelina
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Fidiniavo Ravokatra
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Six firms given green light to export gold

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Despite Ghosn subplot, Ravatomanga remains loyal customer of Turkish aircraft brokers

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Gold smugglers used same plane as finance ministry

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International Golf Club du Rova
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