Food Security & Climate Risk: FAO and WFP launched a $202m Joint Anticipatory Action Appeal to protect nearly 9 million people in 22 high-risk countries from a likely strong El Niño, warning of droughts, floods and storms that could hit planting, harvests and water access through 2026-2027. Hunger Hotspots: The UN’s Hunger Hotspots report says acute hunger will worsen in 13 countries between June and November 2026, with conflict, funding cuts and climate shocks pushing some areas toward famine risk; Madagascar is listed among the hotspots. EU Climate Displacement Funding: The EU will fund a €100m, four-year regional programme to help countries including Madagascar build resilience against climate-driven displacement, with early warning and pre-positioned response plans ahead of El Niño. Digital Infrastructure Finance: AXIAN Telecom secured a €170m EBRD loan to expand 4G/5G and fibre in Senegal and Kenya, aiming to boost connectivity and digital financial inclusion. Broadband Competition: Ookla data suggests Starlink is now faster than most terrestrial providers in many Sub-Saharan markets, with Madagascar the only country in the sample showing quicker median speeds from domestic providers. Biodiversity & Conservation: A Kew report highlights how AI and digitisation can speed up plant and fungal conservation, as biodiversity loss remains poorly understood. Wildlife Enforcement: Philippines authorities took custody of 50 radiated tortoises (endemic to Madagascar) intercepted at Manila airport, with charges expected against the smuggling suspect.