AFCON Qualifiers (Nigeria–Madagascar): Nigeria’s Super Eagles kicked off their 2027 AFCON campaign with a 2-1 comeback win over Madagascar in Uyo, with debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor scoring after Madagascar took an early lead—setting up a quick turnaround for the next match against Guinea-Bissau. Sports Governance & Athlete Welfare: Nigeria’s NOC and NSC urged sports federations to strengthen good governance, accountability, and athlete welfare, including sports medicine seminars. Health Systems at UNGA: Abu Dhabi’s Future Health convened ministers and global leaders in New York, pushing a shift toward prevention—using population data, better financing, stronger delivery capacity, and trusted community-based systems (Madagascar among participants). Reproductive Health Funding: UNFPA and partners pledged over US$715 million to expand family planning and maternal health services and supplies, with Madagascar listed among contributing governments. Nutrition & Drought Response in Madagascar: Japan and WFP inaugurated solar-powered agricultural hubs and learning/nutrition rehabilitation centres in Betioky to support drought-affected communities and improve children’s nutrition. Wildlife & Health Link (Bats): A major genomic study places the origin of bats in Europe and notes Madagascar’s bat groups in the revised family tree—relevant for future research on immunity and disease resistance.