AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood Security Shock: FAO and WFP launched a $202m Joint Anticipatory Action Appeal to protect nearly 9 million people across 22 high-risk countries from El Niño-driven droughts, floods and storms, as acute hunger is already worsening. Hunger Hotspots: A new FAO-WFP report warns acute hunger will deteriorate June–November 2026 in 13 hotspots; Madagascar is listed among the countries where conflict, funding cuts and climate risks are pushing people toward famine. Oil & Gas Oversight: Nigeria’s upstream regulator NUPRC flagged infrastructure limits and asset integrity issues as key constraints on oil output growth, while also stressing tighter collaboration with the revenue service to improve transparency in oil revenue collection. Madagascar Connectivity: Ookla data says Starlink’s median speeds now beat most terrestrial broadband providers in 22 of 23 Sub-Saharan markets, with Madagascar the only exception—highlighting pressure on local telecom investment. Education & Research: The University of Antananarivo marked its 65th anniversary, with plans for new campuses and student housing improvements, alongside calls to boost teaching and scientific research. Climate Risk for Kids: UNICEF reports almost all children worldwide face at least one climate hazard, with overlapping risks likely to strain health, water and education systems.
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