When he founded Éditions Teny in 2021, Fano Razafimamonjiraibe carried a clear ambition: to no longer leave Malagasy history and culture confined to oral tradition alone or to austere school textbooks. In four years, this visionary publisher has transformed children's literature into a true sanctuary of heritage.
By the TakelakaRoa.mg Editorial Team
Fano Razafimamonjiraibe is not merely a business manager; he is an author and researcher at heart. Passionate about the history of the Big Island, he is himself the author of reference works such as « Tantaran’i Madagasikara » (The History of Madagascar). This dual role as author-publisher allows him to guarantee a level of historical rigor rarely found in books intended for young readers.
The choice of the name « Teny » is no coincidence. For Fano, the « Word » is the primary tool of transmission. Under his leadership, the publishing house has specialized in bilingualism (Malagasy-French-English) to ensure that Malagasy children, whether at home or in the diaspora, maintain a deep connection with their mother tongue while mastering languages that open doors to the world.
Fano has structured his catalog around strong themes that today drive the success of Éditions Teny on TakelakaRoa.mg :
Fano is today a respected figure in African publishing. His participation in the Abidjan International Book Fair (SILA) and his collaborations with programs such as UNESCO's "Educational Resources" initiative reflect his determination to elevate Malagasy expertise onto the continental stage. For him, the book is Madagascar's finest ambassador.
Fano Razafimamonjiraibe is the man who makes Malagasy history "cool" for children. By choosing a book from Éditions Teny, you are giving your child far more than a story : you are giving them their roots, wrapped in an object of exceptional quality.
