AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoInvestment: Gemcorp and Madagascar’s sovereign wealth fund have agreed to develop projects and attract international capital for mining, energy and infrastructure, building on a plan to raise up to $5 billion over four years. Food Security: Southern Madagascar is already facing hunger as El Niño threatens greater drought, putting farmers and vulnerable communities at risk after past famine. Energy: Madagascar has signed an MOU for the 120-megawatt Volobe Amont hydropower plant, adding to efforts to expand generation. Digital Services: Telecom operators say high taxes on services, mobile finance and entry-level smartphones are limiting internet access; a proposed communications bill could support reforms. Mining and Environment: Villagers have filed a claim against Rio Tinto over wastewater they say contaminated their land and water.
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