The Vezo: Masters of the ocean
Learn about the Vezo, their origins in the mix of Austronesian settlers and Bantu migrants, to their current way of life as fishermen and seafarers.
Category Madagascar History
Madagascar history, shaped by Austronesian voyagers, Malagasy kingdoms, and unique biodiversity, evokes wonder and enchantment.
Vazimba: Madagascar’s First Inhabitants. 350 – 500 BCE
The intriguing story of the Vazimba, the first settlers of Madagascar. From their arrival, kingdom building, and eventual conquest.