AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMadagascar–Nigeria diplomacy: President Randrianirina met Nigeria’s Tinubu in Abuja/Aso Rock for high-level talks aimed at deepening bilateral ties, with both sides signaling stronger cooperation. Infrastructure delivery: In southeastern Madagascar, President Randrianirina and PM Mamitiana Rajaonarison marked completion of the first phase of China-built National Road No. 12 in Taolagnaro, a 45 km corridor with bridges meant to ease long-standing transport problems. Mining and jobs: Ambatovy has resumed nickel and cobalt production after Cyclone Gezani damage, restarting key sulfuric acid and HPAL circuits and targeting stable run rates by end-June. Public health and protection: Authorities rescued a 2-year-old albino boy kidnapped in Beroroha and arrested suspects, highlighting ongoing attacks driven by occult beliefs. Regional labor policy: Kuwait’s updated domestic-worker recruitment rules ban hiring from Madagascar and 26 other countries, tightening oversight and reshaping migration flows. Energy access (non-profit): Women solar technicians trained through Barefoot College/WWF expand rural electrification, with one village reporting near-80% household access after installations. Telecom investment: AXIAN Telecom secured €170m financing to expand and modernize African networks, including plans covering Madagascar among other markets.
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