The recruitment process for the next Director General of Madagascar’s Financial Intelligence Service (SAMIFIN) has officially begun. The Committee for the Safeguarding of Integrity (CSI) announced the launch of the call for applications on July 6, marking a new phase in the governance of the institution responsible for combating money laundering and terrorist financing in Madagascar. Applications will be accepted until August 11.
The recruitment aims to appoint the successor to Mamitiana Rajaonarison, who stepped down as Director General after being appointed Prime Minister. Since his departure, Haja Lalao Razanamanana has been serving as Acting Director General, ensuring the continuity of the institution’s operations throughout the selection process.
SAMIFIN plays a central role in Madagascar’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework. The agency is responsible for receiving, analyzing, and forwarding suspicious transaction reports submitted by banks, financial institutions, and other reporting entities to the relevant authorities. It also coordinates national efforts to prevent money laundering, terrorist financing, and other forms of financial crime.
The appointment comes at a critical time as Madagascar continues to strengthen its compliance with international standards established by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The country is undergoing regular assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing system. Malagasy authorities aim to build on recent progress in financial transparency, international cooperation, and the fight against economic and financial crimes.
The future Director General will be tasked with continuing the modernization of SAMIFIN, strengthening financial investigation capabilities, enhancing cooperation with national and international partners, and supporting reforms required to meet international standards. The appointment is regarded as a key step in reinforcing the credibility of Madagascar’s financial system and advancing the country’s efforts to combat corruption, money laundering, and the financing of criminal activities.
