AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoChild Safety Crisis: Madagascar’s capital is reeling after a surge in unresolved disappearances and killings of children and adolescents, with police reporting 172 cases since Jan 1, 2026 (164 still missing, 8 found dead), 119 concentrated in Analamanga, as authorities deploy joint day-and-night forces. President Meets Investors: President Andry Rajoelina received Oman Investment Authority chairman Abdulsalam Mohammed Al Murshidi to discuss expanding economic and investment cooperation. Rare Earths Funding: Harena Rare Earths signed a project development funding agreement with the US International Development Finance Corporation for up to $4.84m toward its Ampasindava ionic clay rare earths project, including permitting and pilot-plant work. Health & Science: UNB researchers report a major step toward more efficient vinblastine production using a protein found in Madagascar periwinkle, potentially boosting future industrial biosynthesis. Regional Politics: SADC announced an electoral observer mission to Zambia’s 13 August 2026 general election.
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