AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPower Supply: Madagascar has authorised Jirama to buy 18 diesel generators directly from Russian supplier Malmekhservice, bypassing normal tenders. The deal’s cost and capacity have not been disclosed, while the utility continues to face fuel and financial pressures. Clean Energy: UK-backed funding will support 10 projects in eight African countries, including Madagascar, with initiatives spanning solar cold storage, hospital power and mini-grids. Agriculture: Madagascar is seeking to revive its coffee industry, once a major African producer, with the government and growers aiming to restore the crop’s economic contribution. Minerals: Madagascar is among five countries selected for a UN programme offering tailored support to develop critical energy-transition mineral industries and capture more value locally. Climate Risk: A strengthening El Niño raises fresh concerns for southern Madagascar, where drought and food insecurity threaten farming and livelihoods.
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