Menabe lives in Madagascar. In this website she tells Angus from Scotland more about her country.
Why do so many people in Madagascar speak French? And what is the Francophonie? Angus can tell you more.
You can take a journey round Madagascar by reading the e-book and watching the videos.
You'll be able to improve your French language skills by travelling through the French learning journey and learn more about animals, parts of the body and colours.
Facts and figures about Madagascar
Here are some facts to get you started:
Population: 21.3 million
Ville capitale: Antananarivo
Langue officielle: le malgache, le français
Monnaie: ariary
Fuseau horaire: UTC +3
Hymne national: Ry Tanindrazanay malala ô
National anthem
This is a recording of the Madagascan national anthem, entitled 'Ry Tanindrazanay malala ô!' which means 'Oh, beloved land of our ancestors!'
The lyrics were written by Pasteur Rahajason and the music by Norbert Raharisoa. It is often played by Malagasy musicians on an accordion. The anthem was officially adopted in 1959 by the parliament of Madagascar.
This version is the music only but the words are sung in Malagasy.
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