Climate & Children: UNICEF warns that more than 162 million children across eastern and southern Africa—including Madagascar—live in areas vulnerable to the intensifying 2026-2027 El Niño, with drought, extreme heat, flooding and knock-on effects for nutrition, health, schooling and safe water. Education & Culture Diplomacy: A new academic year ceremony marked Knowledge Day at the school attached to the Russian Embassy in Madagascar, with officials urging students to build both knowledge and values for the future. Health Policy: On African Traditional Medicine Day (Aug. 31), WHO called for more investment in research, regulation and innovation so traditional medicine can better support universal health coverage. Local Energy & Economy: Madagascar’s state bought diesel directly from a Nigerian supplier for the first time in nearly three decades, with fuel delivered to Toamasina for JIRAMA’s power needs. Arts & Craft Spotlight: Homo Faber’s 2026 Biennial, “An Island of Light,” highlights human-made craftsmanship through a major international artisan program in Venice. Culture in Motion: Butlin’s announced 2027 entertainment lineups including a DreamWorks’ Madagascar musical and Britain’s Got Talent returning to its resorts.