AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMadagascar’s Restitution Milestone: France handed back the skull of King Toera and three other Sakalava-linked remains to Madagascar, with burial planned for August 31—an emotional win after colonial-era trophy-taking. Presidential Appointments: President Mnangagwa approved Geo Pomona Waste Management CEO Dr Dilesh Nguwaya as Special Advisor on Waste Management and Environmental Sustainability, aiming to speed cleaner-city policy. Russia-Madagascar Links: An Orthodox service in Antananarivo included Russian Embassy and Africa Corps representatives, alongside humanitarian aid deliveries to the parish. Regional Security & Influence: A report says Russia’s “A7” sanctions-evasion network is expanding across Africa, with links to Kremlin-aligned figures and reported presence including Madagascar. Sports Diplomacy: Madagascar’s women’s team faced Nigeria in Billie Jean King Cup Africa Group III, falling 2-0 as Oyinlomo Quadre won in singles; the tie’s outcome left Madagascar without a comeback route. Visa Access, Region-Wide: Multiple countries published 2026 visa-free/e-visa lists that include Madagascar, including India’s e-Visa eligibility and South Africa’s visa-exemption policy.
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