AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTransport & Governance: Antananarivo’s cable car dream is now a costly failure: the system ran only weeks and the unused cables hang above the capital after a $170m spend, with residents questioning why money went to transport while basic services lag. Regional Diplomacy: South Africa formally takes the SADC chair role as Durban prepares for the 46th summit, with senior officials pushing stronger security, economic delivery and better implementation of regional decisions. Public Safety: A violent kidnapping wave in Madagascar’s capital area is spreading fear, with authorities estimating hundreds affected over seven months and many still missing. Biodiversity & Climate: Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos’ foundations launch the $200m Phoenix Species Project to recover 100 critically endangered species, including Madagascar’s golden-crowned sifaka. Visa Policy: The US finalised a permanent visa bond programme for citizens of 30 African countries, while 24 are exempt—an important shift for travel planning across the region. Sports: NAPSA Stars sign two Chadian players, including striker Ismail Akambi Kevin, as the club strengthens ahead of the season.
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