Madagascar–Russia Education Ties: Madagascar plans to strengthen cooperation with Moscow in higher education and scientific research, with talks focused on Russian university collaboration and a possible inter-ministerial agreement. School Renovation for Access to Learning: A Madagascan public primary school in Antsimondrano was refurbished through a grassroots non-profit project, improving unsafe infrastructure and more than doubling capacity for pupils. Blue Economy & Community Participation: Zanzibar and the Union are expanding citizens’ participation in the Blue Economy, including marine spatial planning, public education, and support for women’s groups in seaweed farming and fishing. Climate Risk for Children: UNICEF warns that El Niño could affect over 162 million children across eastern and southern Africa, with Madagascar named among the countries facing threats to nutrition, health, schooling, and safe water. Conservation Leadership in Madagascar: Stony Brook University announced new associate directors at Centre ValBio, reinforcing ongoing work protecting lemurs, forests, and local communities. Tourism Spotlight: A travel feature highlights Nosy Tanikely’s wildlife-rich waters and endemic lemurs, positioning Madagascar as a “wild new paradise” for visitors. World Cruise Adds Madagascar Stop: Seabourn’s 138-day 2029 world cruise will include Antsiranana in Madagascar, alongside multiple UNESCO sites and overnight port stays.