Starting a hospitality or restaurant business in Madagascar can be a rewarding opportunity, but it requires careful planning and compliance with official regulations. Whether you want to open a hotel, ecolodge, guest house, or restaurant, understanding the legal procedures, required authorizations, and classification rules is essential. This article walks you through the main steps, from obtaining...
Everything you need to know about the Madagascar vanilla industry: Cultivation, collection, and exportation of vanilla from Madagascar to the international market. In 2023, Madagascar exported a total of $389M in vanilla, primarily to the United States ($143M), but also France ($92.5M) and Germany ($35.5M). Global demand for vanilla is rising by about 8% annually, driven largely by food and...