AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMedia & Diplomacy: Russia’s Lavrov says African journalism is still barely present in Russia, calling for more African reporters, joint training, and new media outlets to strengthen Russia–Africa ties. Travel & Visas: Pakistan’s passport access is shifting with visa-free, VOA, ETA and e-visa options updated in the latest Henley ranking. Antananarivo Mobility Shock: Antananarivo’s cable car project—promoted as a traffic cure—stopped after weeks, leaving unused cables and raising questions about a costly $170m investment. Public Safety in Madagascar: Antananarivo faces a violent kidnapping wave, with authorities estimating 200+ abductions/missing cases over seven months and growing fear across the capital. Culture & Faith in Madagascar: Madagascar’s capital hosted a major Arbaeen walk for Imam Hussein, mixing devotion, mourning, community service and local-language publications. Church Across Africa: SECAM-backed preparations for the 2028 Ecclesial Assembly push a more synodal, listening Church across Africa and Madagascar. Science & Nature: Researchers report seven new diamond frog species in Madagascar after a long search through forests and museum collections.
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