Education & Community Investment: Axian Foundation opened its 250th school in Madagascar at Ambahikily (Morombe), adding new classrooms, preschool rooms, toilets, and handwashing facilities, while also launching a teacher training centre and laying the first stone of a multi-sport pitch. Logistics & Corporate Social Responsibility: Africa Global Logistics (AGL) marks its 3rd Solidarity Day on Sept 24 by rolling out “Schools for Prosperity,” aiming to improve school infrastructure, equipment, and girls’ access to education across its African footprint. Climate Finance: A new focus on “pre-arranged” climate finance is gaining traction across Africa, pushing for funding to be secured before disasters hit—an issue that matters for Madagascar’s disaster-prone economy. Security & Governance: One year after the Capsat-led political upheaval in Antananarivo, young activists say promised “refoundation” changes haven’t delivered on basic water and electricity needs. Biodiversity & Science: Researchers report the indri, Madagascar’s only singing lemur, uses a vocal technique similar to opera singers—opening its mouth wider as pitch rises—highlighting the island’s unique natural assets. Industry & Trade (Regional): WTM Africa 2027 buyer registration opens, with Madagascar listed among key Indian Ocean destinations for next year’s travel and tourism business push.