AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTourism Update: Madagascar tourist arrivals rose 5% in 2026 despite political instability after the removal of President Andriy Rajoelina, with nearly 150,000 arrivals in the first half of the year; Air France resumed flights to Antananarivo in October and now operates six weekly services. Sports & Travel Timing: Nigeria’s Super Eagles named a 24-man squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Madagascar (Uyo, Sept 25) and Guinea-Bissau (Bissau, Sept 29), with Victor Osimhen included despite injury uncertainty—good news for fans planning match-linked trips. Madagascar Match Prep: Madagascar’s Barea are set to announce their 25-man squad for the same Nigeria qualifier, with reports suggesting several new faces and possible call-ups from the Malagasy league. Industry & Partnerships: Emirates’ ATM 2026 push included renewed tourism deals, including a partnership with Madagascar’s Ministry of Tourism and Handicrafts aimed at boosting visitor numbers toward a 1 million target by 2028. Risk & Resilience: A new look at Cyclone Gezani’s aftermath highlights how conservation sites and species in Madagascar’s ecosystems were hit hard, underscoring the need for resilient tourism and wildlife protection.
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