AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFuel Costs: Madagascar was among seven African countries to record a slight diesel price drop in October from September, offering potential relief to transport operators, farmers and businesses reliant on generators. Air Links: China’s winter-spring flight plan includes scheduled passenger service to Madagascar, adding a potential boost to international connectivity. Mining: Iron-ore developer AKORA says several prospective partners are conducting due diligence on its Bekisopa project, but has named no parties or timeline; its accounts also flag uncertainty about its ability to continue operating. Madagascar Businesses Abroad: AXIAN, led by Malagasy businessman Hassanein Hiridjee, secured up to $62 million for a solar plant in Ivory Coast expected to power 240,000 people. Ylias Akbaraly’s Thomson Broadcast is seeking approval for a proposed $449 million Nigerian broadcasting contract, which still needs financing. Agriculture: Madagascar’s prized wild pepper faces pressure from shrinking forests and rising demand.
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