AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDigital Identity Push: Madagascar says its last-mile civil registration drive is closing the digital ID inclusion gap, with 3.25 million people enrolled under PRODIGY using a more community-driven, mobile enrollment approach. Democracy & Governance: Ghana’s President Mahama, speaking at an AU forum, argued that protecting democracy means tackling corruption, exclusion, abuse of power, electoral mistrust, insecurity, and poor service delivery—not just reacting after coups. Security Cooperation: Madagascar’s special services personnel completed a six-week training program with Russia’s Africa Corps, with certificates awarded at Mahazoarivo Palace. Electricity Access Investment: WeLight, already operating in Madagascar, announced a $650m expansion plan—aiming to scale connections tenfold by 2030—targeting Nigeria and the DRC plus further investment in Madagascar and Mali. Climate Risk for Madagascar: FAO and WFP are seeking $200m+ to protect 8.8 million people across high-risk countries, including Madagascar, ahead of El Niño-driven extreme weather. Regional Political Pressure: SADC is demanding the release of Madagascar political prisoners as pressure mounts on the junta.
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