AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMarine Conservation: Madagascar and Zanzibar have unveiled sweeping new protections for sharks and rays, with Madagascar granting full protection to 14 species under its Wild Fauna Decree and Zanzibar extending full protection to 34 species in coastal waters—another push in a regional effort to curb extinction pressures. Regional Tourism Trade: Seychelles used the Vanilla Islands General Assembly alongside ITM 2026 in Antananarivo to strengthen Indian Ocean tourism cooperation, boost trade partnerships, and discuss connectivity to drive visitor arrivals. Sports & Youth in Antananarivo: A 27-club children’s and youth football tournament in the capital crowned CFT Tana (under-8), Camping Katsoaka (under-13) and COSMOS Ilanivato (under-15), with plans for a bigger August 2026 event drawing about 800 players. Travel Tech & Inclusion: Emirates ran its first “Travel Rehearsal” at Velana International Airport in the Maldives, offering autism-friendly guided simulations from check-in to the gate—an inclusion model relevant for regional tourism operators. Broadband & Connectivity: Ookla reports Starlink is now faster than most terrestrial internet providers across many Sub-Saharan markets, with Madagascar the only country in the study showing higher median speeds from domestic providers.
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