AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMpox Response in Madagascar: Madagascar health authorities are being forced to “fractionally dose” mpox vaccines—splitting doses into fifths—to stretch limited supplies during the country’s largest-ever outbreak, with at least 4,000 cases reported and around one million people considered at risk, including sex workers, young children, people living with HIV/Aids, and medical workers. Wildlife & Community Conservation: Madagascar’s Golden-crowned Sifaka (Propithecus tattersalli) has been named among 100 species selected for recovery by the Phoenix Species Project, spotlighting Loky-Manambato and locally led dry-forest protection efforts. Regional Health-Linked Trade & Industry: A Mauritius–Madagascar business forum opened in Antananarivo, bringing together companies across agriculture, agro-industry, energy, mining, logistics, and also healthcare and pharmaceuticals. Food Safety Standards: The Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC49) adopted new and revised international food hygiene and labeling texts, including updates on water safety, Campylobacter and Salmonella in chicken meat, and allergen labeling guidance. SADC Integration Push: SADC leaders stressed stronger regional self-reliance and integration amid global uncertainty, highlighting progress in energy and digital connectivity while noting electricity access still lags targets.
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