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Mamy Ravatomanga's shadow looms over Madarail

Published on 21.06.2024 at 04:40 GMT Reading time 3 minutes

The businessman, who is close to the president and used to own 75% of Madarail, is once again taking an interest in the railway company, but this time as a facilitator.

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