SADC Political Pressure: SADC leaders, meeting in an extraordinary virtual summit chaired by South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa, demanded Madagascar’s government release political prisoners, stop arbitrary arrests of opposition and Gen-Z members, and end persecution of political opponents—urging reforms that restore constitutional order and lead to a democratically elected government. Constitutional Transition: The bloc called for inclusive, transparent, time-bound reforms communicated in national languages, with reconciliation and national consultations, and backed expanded work by its Panel of Elders (including Joyce Banda) to support Madagascar’s transition, elections, and referendum preparations. Diplomatic Follow-Through: SADC said it reviewed implementation progress and urged more frequent Troika meetings to track shuttle diplomacy missions and deploy support as the reform process advances. Agriculture Dialogue: Madagascar’s livestock minister, Dr. Riana Nantenaina Randrianomenjanahary, joined high-level African agriculture talks in Nairobi under DialogueNEXT, focused on agri-tech, smallholder value chains, and cutting regulatory barriers to investment. Russia-Madagascar Ties: Madagascar’s prime minister attended a concert by Russia’s Black Sea Fleet Song and Dance Ensemble in Antananarivo, praising cooperation and citing planned Russian support including medical kits for remote areas and road-construction equipment. Energy & Access Context: A World Bank-backed electrification update highlighted how many Africans still lack power, with Madagascar mentioned among countries in the wider push to connect millions.