By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Midi Madagasikara
Illustrative image · Tahir Xəlfəquliyev · Pexels · Licence PexelsMembers of the World Trade Organisation have mobilised more than $223 billion in trade-related development aid for least developed countries, including Madagascar. The aid aims in particular to facilitate market access through duty-free exports and simplified rules of origin, according to Midi Madagasikara.
Madagascar’s customs administration is deploying body cameras to strengthen checks and prevent corruption. The measure is part of initiatives by Madagascar’s Ministry of Economy and Finance to promote transparency, according to Midi Madagasikara.
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The Malagasy government and the World Bank want to accelerate the implementation of 21 funded projects, notably by removing road-related bottlenecks. A portfolio review identified the need to deliver their benefits to the population more quickly, Midi Madagasikara reports.
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Appian Capital Advisory plans to invest about $2 billion in Africa from a global allocation of $5 billion to $7 billion. Morocco is among the seven mining jurisdictions favoured by the London-based firm over the next 12 to 24 months, according to Financial Afrik.
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Six people suspected of taking part in an online scam network operating from Madagascar have been indicted in the United States. The prosecutions are part of the US ‘Scam Center Strike Force’ operation, which targets international cryptocurrency fraud networks, according to Midi Madagasikara.
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Violent hailstorm hits Toamasina in MadagascarA violent hailstorm hit Toamasina, particularly the Toamasina I and Ambalamanasy neighbourhoods, after a hot and sunny day. The rare phenomenon in this eastern Madagascar city caused no casualties or significant damage and was explained by the passage of an active front, according to the weather service.
FUFA summoned over 73bn shillings in Uganda public fundsUganda’s COSASE parliamentary committee has summoned the Uganda Football Federation to explain how it used 73 billion shillings received from the state. Other sports federations are also involved after partial accounts, while the National Council of Sports says it is preparing to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, according to Nile Post.The week in Africa
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