The conference will be hosted at Xylotheque MBEV Ankatso Campus,
University of Antananarivo
Antananarivo 101 - Madagascar
Directions
Travelling to Antananarivo (TNR): There are several airlines operating in Antananarivo, such as Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Mauritius, Air Austral, Air France,
Corsair, Kenya Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines. Ivato airport is located 9.9 miles outside of town.
You can use the In-Drive app to order and pay (in MGA) taxi to get around in Antananarivo.
Currency: Madagascar Ariary. It is not convertible, so be sure to exchange currency at the airport bank.
Some Information:
Standard European plug sockets with AC 50 Hz 220V is used in Madagascar.
During the conference, access to Wifi Internet will be available for registered participants at the conference room.
The main working language of the conference is "English".
Code of Conduct:
The following text outlines the Code of Conduct that the Malagasy Astronomy Meeting 2026 (MAM2026) follows. MAM2026 conference participants are expected to adhere to the following guidelines:
All people encountered in professional life should be treated with respect. At no time is abusive, demeaning, humiliating, accusatory
or intimidating behaviour acceptable. This includes both interactions in person and via
electronic means. Abuses of power are unacceptable.
Everyone should work to provide an environment that encourages the free expression and exchange of
ideas, valuing difference and recognising the contribution from those with different cultures,
backgrounds, opinions and ideas.
Behave professionally. Harassment and sexist, racist, political, or exclusionary comments or
jokes are not appropriate.
All communication should be appropriate for a professional audience including people of many
different backgrounds. Sexual or sexist language and imagery is not appropriate.
Be considerate and respectful towards others. Do not insult or put down other people.
All forms of social media should be used responsibly.
Individuals asked to stop any inappropriate behaviour are expected to comply immediately.
The first breach of the code will result in a formal warning; the second breach will
result in that person's removal from MAM2026 conference.
Any MAM2026 conference participant who wishes to discuss or report a violation of this policy
may do so in confidence by sending an email to/contacting the MAM2026 organizing committee
(chairs) in the first instance.
