AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCAF Draws: Zamalek, Espérance and Renaissance Berkane learned their CAF Champions League preliminary-round paths, with first legs set for 4–6 September and returns 11–13 September; CAF also confirmed prize money of $6m for winners and $100,000 for teams knocked out early. Madagascar Football: In the CAF Confederation Cup, Zambia’s Red Arrows will host FC Rouge of Madagascar in the first preliminary round, with the tie’s first leg also scheduled for 4–6 September. US Visa Rules: The US has finalized a permanent visa bond programme for citizens of 30 African countries (bond up to $15,000), while routine visa processing is being moved from 25 African cities to regional hubs from 1 August 2026—Antananarivo is among the affected missions. Road & Access in Antananarivo: Construction has started on a $28m interchange in Anosizato, aiming to cut key journey times and improve pedestrian and cyclist safety, with completion targeted in two years. Madagascar Conservation: A study around Ranomafana National Park finds invasive rats are blocking small mammals from returning as forests regenerate naturally. Tourism Trade: OurAfrica.Travel announced its next virtual trade show for 22–26 February 2027, inviting exhibitors and buyers to plan ahead.
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