Madagascar Quick Facts…
| Official Name | Republic of Madagascar |
| Common Name | Madagascar – /ˌmæd.əˈgæs.kɑɹ/ |
| Nationality | Malagasy (singular and plural) – noun, Malagasy – adjective |
| Independence | Received in 1960 (from France) |
| Administrative Divisions | 6 provinces |
| Total Population | 28.8 million (#53) with 40.6% urbanized – 2023 estimate |
| Major Urban Areas | Antananarivo (capital city) |
| Major Languages | Malagasy (official), French (official) |
| Electricity Access | 35.1% of total population |
| Internet Access | 20% of total population |
| Currency | Malagasy Ariary (MGA) |
| Real GDP (PPP) | $42.3 billion – 2021 estimate |
| Real GDP per Capita | $1,500 (#221) – 2021 estimate |
| Total Area | 587,041 sq km / 226,658 sq mi (#49) with 0.9% water area |
| Geographic Region | Africa – Eastern Africa |
| Bordering Countries | None |
| Bordering Water Bodies | Indian Ocean |
National Anthem: “Oh, Our Beloved Fatherland”