Celebrations

The government of France has delayed easing Coronavirus restrictions for another three weeks as infection rates are still not decreasing fast enough. In addition, a nighttime curfew (8pm-6am) will be imposed on December 15th, and will include New Year's Eve as well but an exception will be made on Christmas Eve. Museums, cinemas and other cultural venues will remain closed into early January.

On 26th June 1960, Madagascar become independent from France. Today it is celebrating 60 years of independence. Celebrations are led by President Andry Rajoelina with a parade at Avenue de L'indépendance.