Key Takeaways: In Madagascar, courts rigorously enforce procedural safeguards in adverse possession (acquisitive prescription) cases, especially when parties were not properly summoned.  A recent government decision of December 2024 has suspended all new acquisitive prescription requests, aiming to curb land fraud.  For landowners and occupiers alike, this suspension introduces new uncertainty about pending and future prescription claims. Legal framework & Case Narrative: I

Key Takeaways: In Madagascar, dismissal for serious misconduct demands rigorous proof of fault and strict adherence to procedural rules. Breaching formal requirements (e.g. failing to convoke for a hearing, lacking authorization when required) can render a dismissal invalid even if the misconduct is real. The prescription period for labour claims is tightly regulated—delays by the employee can bar the claim altogether. Employers should document each step carefully and structu