Fulgence Razakarivony

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Fulgence Razakarivony (born August 16, 1963 in Betsiholany) is a Malagasy clergyman and prelate for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ihosy. He was appointed bishop in 2011. [1]

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References

  1. "Diocese of Ihosy". www.catholic-hierarchy.org. Retrieved 2022-04-13.