Business & Trade: NextSource Materials secured a binding US$30m strategic investment for its Abu Dhabi battery anode facility, with Japan’s Hanwa and JOGMEC taking 15% via a jointly funded vehicle (NextSource keeps 85%). Corporate Governance: Canal+ CTO Stéphane Baumier was appointed Chairman of Irdeto’s Supervisory Board, tasked with supporting growth and tech synergies across the Canal+ group. Local Industry: In Antananarivo, Enduma’s gony bag production keeps looms running around the clock, with the company generating most turnover during Madagascar’s peak agricultural seasons. Politics & Society: Madagascar’s Gen Z activists say they feel “betrayed” after a year of unrest, alleging the new military-led government used similar crackdown tactics. International Diplomacy: Nearly 70 countries walked out or left seats vacant during Netanyahu’s UNGA speech, with Madagascar among those reported absent. Health Policy: Future Health convened global health leaders at UNGA 81, pushing for earlier prevention through population data, financing incentives, delivery capacity, and trusted systems—Madagascar was among participants. Sports Economy Angle: Coverage around Victor Osimhen’s private jet travel and Nigeria’s Super Eagles valuation list dominated regional sports chatter, with Madagascar mentioned in match context.