AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoClimate Risk & Food Security: UN FAO and WFP are appealing for over $200m to protect 8.8 million people in 22 high-risk countries as El Niño conditions are forecast to strengthen, with Madagascar named among the most exposed. Digital Identity & Civil Registration: Madagascar says it has crossed a major inclusion milestone, with 3.25m+ people enrolled for digital ID under PRODIGY, using last-mile, community-driven registration to close rural gaps. Power Access & Solar Investment: WeLight, already operating in Madagascar, is planning a $650m expansion to scale solar mini-grids, aiming to multiply connections by 10x by 2030 and targeting Nigeria and the DRC alongside further investment in Madagascar. Transport & Regional Trade: After nearly four years, direct flights between Comoros and Madagascar have resumed, expected to boost tourism, investment, and the movement of goods. Mining Update: Fredonia Mining provided a corporate and technical progress update on its El Dorado Monserrat project, including ongoing drilling and expanded land holdings. Energy Shipping Oversight: A report says some flag clampdowns have pushed Russia to rely more on home-based tanker operators, with Madagascar mentioned among states removing tankers from registries.
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