Climate & Education: UNICEF warns that climate hazards disrupted schooling for 171 million students worldwide in 2025, with Colombia alone reporting 374,377 affected learners—drought and fires are flagged as major threats. Creole Culture on Tour: “Flamboyants!” links Creole identities from Reunion Island to New Orleans and Puerto Rico, with performances and music spotlighting shared histories of colonization and resilience. Mobile Money & Inclusion: A World Bank snapshot shows sub-Saharan Africa’s account access rising via mobile money, but gaps remain—Madagascar is cited among countries with low account ownership and a persistent gender divide. Russian House in Madagascar: The Russian House and SPbU sign cooperation plans to expand educational and cultural ties, including Russian language teaching and legal-assistance support through a new advisory council. Community Aid in Mahajanga: Marja Office distributes new clothing to elderly people in need, emphasizing dignity and social solidarity through local humanitarian work. Visa-on-Arrival Watch: A guide lists 11 destinations Nigerians can enter in 2026 with visa-on-arrival, including Madagascar—while stressing rules can change and may require extra documents. Arts & Youth Support: A Madagascar-linked cultural note: youth-focused religious and community programming continues to reach young people through training and family visits across southern Africa.