SECTOR 3 Scores: Individual scores: 1 Country does not meet indicator 2 Country meets only a few aspects of indicator 3 Country meets some aspects of indicator 4 Country meets most aspects of indicator. 5 Country meets all aspects of the indicator Average score: 3.3 (2006 = 3.4; 2008 = 3.5) 3.12 Community broadcasting enjoys special promotion given its potential to broaden access by communities to the airwaves. Community radios are radio stations established at the initiative of communities, managed by an elected committee in an inclusive manner. There is no law in Madagascar that defines a community radio, its obligations or its function even though such stations exist in cities outside of Antananarivo. Radio Antsirabe Haja (FM 100) and Radio Betafo (operational since the early 90s) were cited as examples. Community broadcasting is not promoted by any specific policy or supported by government in any way. These stations obtain support from international and independent organisations such as the Dodwell Trust. Because they are functioning and truly independent radio stations able to lead and mobilise community members, they are often defended by candidates for political office who promise to intercede on their behalf with financing agencies. Unfortunately, these are mostly empty promises and candidates rarely put their words into action. 110 AFRICAN MEDIA BAROMETER MADAGASCAR 2010