Mahajanga

Mahajanga (マハジャンガ, *Mahajanga*?) is a port in *Chocolatier* and *Chocolatier 2: Secret Ingredients*, located in northern Madagascar, just off the coast of Africa.

## Mahajanga

### Location

Mahajanga, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar

## Products

### Exclusive Products

Mahajanga Cacao (sold by Aurence Rakotomalala)
Vanilla

Mahajanga makes its first appearance in *Chocolatier*. It's important story-wise, as it holds a factory that can be obtained by the player, alongside with Mahajanga Cacao exclusive in this port. In the first game, this port, along with London and Accra, are unlocked when the player is promoted to Entrepreneur.

### Information

Mahajanga, also known as Majunga, was a small port town located on the northwest coast of Madagascar in the 1880s. At that time, Madagascar was a sovereign kingdom ruled by a Merina monarch, Queen Ranavalona III. However, European powers had started to establish colonial outposts on the island, with the French being the most dominant in the northwest.

In the 1880s, Mahajanga was a bustling trading hub, serving as a gateway to the interior of Madagascar. The town was characterized by its red-roofed houses, narrow streets, and small marketplaces where goods such as textiles, livestock, and spices were sold. There was a significant Arab and Indian merchant population, who had settled in the town and traded with the local Malagasy people.

During this time, the French had established a small military garrison in Mahajanga to support their colonial interests on the island. The town also had a French consulate, which oversaw diplomatic relations between France and Madagascar. The French presence was not welcomed by all, and there were occasional skirmishes between the French and Malagasy forces in the region.

### Buildings

* **Baobab Chocolates**: The main chocolate shop, run by Santatra Lipenga. Players can sell their chocolates here, in exchange for money. In one quest, Santatra tells the player he'll exchange two square recipes, Cinnamon Chocolate Squares and Milk Chocolate Squares w/ Vanilla. In return, the player must deliver 30 cases of each to Evangeline Baumeister, once fulfilled she will give $30,000.
* **Besalampy Farms Ltd.**: A farm located on the hills of Mahajanga, where Aurence Rakotomalala can be found here, selling Mahajanga Cacao. "Besalampy" translates to "large" in Malagasy.
* **La Boru**: A walk path just by the banks of the Betsiboka River. Hasina Nkolokosa can be found here, but besides him, other characters can be contacted here.
* **Nouvelle Maïserie de Madagascar**: Literally translating to "New Corn Mill of Madagascar" from French, Tiana Kenani runs and maintains this factory, which can be bought from her for $52,000. The player must purchase new machinery for Squares, Infusions and Truffles respectively.
* **Zoma Open Air Market**: An open-air market operated by Safidy Mapanje, players can visit here to purchase ingredients that go into making chocolates. Zoma translates to "Friday" in Malagasy.

## Mahajanga

### Location

Mahajanga, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar

## Products

### Exclusive Products

Mahajanga Cacao

Mahajanga returns as a port that can be visited by the player in Chocolatier 2: Secret Ingredients. Unlike in Chocolatier, however, this time there is no chocolate shop.

### Information

In the 1920s, Mahajanga had undergone some changes as a result of the colonial rule and increased economic activity in the region. The town had grown significantly in size, and its population had increased due to the influx of migrant workers, merchants, and officials. The French had consolidated their control over the island, and Mahajanga had become an important administrative center for the colonial authorities. The town was home to several government buildings, including a courthouse, a police station, and a prison.

The port had also developed further, with new facilities and infrastructure that allowed for more efficient loading and unloading of goods. This had led to an increase in trade, with Mahajanga serving as a primary gateway for the export of products such as vanilla, coffee, and sisal.

The town's architecture had also evolved, with the construction of more modern buildings and houses that reflected the French influence. There were also more amenities available, such as cinemas, hotels, and restaurants, catering to the needs of the growing population and the increasing number of tourists who visited the town.

However, despite these changes, Mahajanga remained a town with a diverse population, including Malagasy, Indian, and Arab communities. The town had a vibrant cultural scene, with music, dance, and traditional festivals being an integral part of the local life.

### Buildings

* **Betsiboka Plantation**: Named after the river next to Mahajanga, Safidy Mapanje now runs the plantation. Mahajanga Cacao can be purchased here.
* **Maïserie de Madagascar**: Meaning "Corn Mill of Madagascar" in French, Furaha Lipenga, Santatra Lipenga's daughter, now runs the factory. It can be purchased for $1,865,000.
* **Majunga Market**: Named after the French name of Mahajanga, Tiana Kenani now runs the market. Players can purchase ingredients that go into making chocolates here.
* **Sahambavi Rail Station**: A train station, located in front of Maïserie de Madagascar. Various characters can be contacted here.

### Products

#### Betsiboka Plantation

Mahajanga also has a plantation, where the player can buy Mahajanga Cacao.

 **Shop** | Betsiboka Plantation

## Gallery

### Chocolatier

Products sold in Zoma Open Air MarketProducts sold in Besalampy Farms Ltd.
### Chocolatier 2: Secret Ingredients

The *Chocolatier 2: Secret Ingredients* version of Mahajanga, with appropriate labels on all buildings
## Trivia

* Excluding secret ports, Mahajanga, Abidjan and Manila are the only ports in *Chocolatier 2: Secret Ingredients* without any chocolate shops.