Global news is currently marked by the 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup, jointly hosted from June 11 to July 19, 2026 by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, which is now entering its final stages.
Beyond the spirit of friendly competition, the dazzling victories celebrated by some and the sometimes heartbreaking defeats experienced by others, this event reminds us of an obvious truth: if there is one thing sport and culture share, it is their remarkable ability to stir emotions, bring people together, and build bridges between cultures, each in its own way.
It is in this spirit that we welcome you to the 22nd issue of Mozaik, the digital cultural magazine of the Indian Ocean.
Already 22 issues, 2 special editions, an average of 924 clicks per day, and readers spread across more than 62 countries. These figures reflect the growing interest in the magazine and confirm its expanding international reach. Thank you, dear readers, for your loyalty and trust.
Since issue 21, the thematic section that enriched the magazine is now published as an independent special edition, allowing for a smoother and more autonomous reading experience. The first was dedicated to the exploration of abandoned places, commonly known as “urbex.” The second takes you to the “Northern Gates,” shining a spotlight on northern Madagascar, its cultural richness, its history, and the people who shape it every day. This special issue benefited from the valuable contributions of passionate journalists and writers, including Issouf Heridiny, Cerveau Kotoson, and Izika Iavilisy.
In the visual arts, it is time for a journey. We travel across the globe to meet singular creators. Indonesian contemporary artist Kus Budiyanto draws us into a world bursting with colour. Russian painter Elena Tananaeva, who also features on our cover, develops a body of work at the crossroads of history and popular culture, where Soviet iconography engages in dialogue with the visual language of contemporary media.
We also discover the paintings of American artist Diane Rosen, in an interview conducted by Dominique Aïss, the collages of Martinican artist Ronie J., as well as Fedaa, who speaks with great sensitivity about her Palestinian heritage and her journey between Palestine and Canada.
Also featured is Zoljargal Chimed-Ochir, a ceramic artist from Mongolia who shapes her era through clay, in an interview by Joël Pélerin.
You will also find « Terre et ciel » (Rivages Editions), a contemporary rewriting of the Malagasy foundational myth of Ibonia by Jean-Luc Raharimanana, as well as « Le Tour de Madagascar en quatre-vingts mots » (L’Asiathèque Editions) by Johary Ravaloson, with the contribution of our new collaborator Ivo Andriessens, who launches a new section dedicated to literary criticism.
In literature, Na Hassi offers a conversation with Houssam-Eddine Mirdane, a young Comorian poet and visual artist of Anjouanese origin. Meanwhile, Tenshi Ratovo presents a new book review entitled An Eye on Mauritius. Do not miss the essential columns by Jean-Louis Cornille and Noro Rajaoson.
In the music section, Brazilian musician Cristiano Varisco presents a unique instrumental work at the crossroads of progressive rock, jazz, and Brazilian sounds.
Finally, as Piton de la Fournaise, the iconic volcano of Réunion rising to 2,621 meters, enters a new phase of activity, we dedicate a special feature to it in order to better understand this fascinating natural phenomenon. Aline Peltier, director of the Piton de la Fournaise Volcanological Observatory (OVPF), answers questions from Vasanda V. We also invite you to meet Luc Perrot, astrophotographer and landscape photographer based in Réunion since 1999. A specialist in southern skies and volcanic landscapes, he is internationally recognized and has received the prestigious Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD) award on several occasions.
We hope this new issue will be a source of inspiration, a space of discovery, and above all, a place of sharing.
Happy reading!
- Joachin Michaël Rakotoarisoa