Zahana in Madagascar is dedicated to participatory rural development, education, revitalization of traditional Malagasy medicine, reforestation, and sustainable agriculture. It is Zahana's philosophy that participatory development must be based on local needs and solutions proposed by local people. It means asking communities what they need and working with them collaboratively so they can achieve their goals. Each community's own needs are unique and require a tailor-made response
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By Markus Faigle | Volunteer
At the request of the local authorities, the two schools of Zahana will now be able to be registered as structures "approved by the State". The rights and obligations for 2025 and beyond relating to... Read the full report ›By Markus Faigle | Volunteer
In the past, microfinancing by Zahana was considered and granted individually and all year long, depending on the time the request was submitted and approved. Implemented in 2025, the requests for... Read the full report ›By Markus Faigle | Volunteer
The end of year holidays is a source of different feelings including memories, pain and joy. For Zahana, since its creation the Christmas season is a special event in the villages and children have... Read the full report ›