AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoInnovation: Madagascar climbed seven places to 113th in the 2026 Global Innovation Index, a sign of progress despite limited resources and ongoing challenges in research, infrastructure and business development. Digital Access: GSMA says policy reforms could bring mobile internet to 1.13 million more people and add MGA 4.1 trillion to GDP by 2031. Priorities include cheaper smartphones, rural network expansion, lower mobile-sector taxes and stronger digital skills; 66% of people were within mobile broadband coverage but not using it in 2026. Digital Skills: Madagascar’s technical education ministry and Orange Madagascar are partnering to update vocational training and build clearer career paths in technology. Agriculture: Chinese hybrid rice has been planted across 90,000 hectares in Madagascar, averaging about 7.5 tonnes per hectare—two to three times the yield of traditional varieties. Research Tools: Malagasy scientists joined peers from across Africa for training in GIS, statistical analysis, modelling and responsible AI to support sustainable resource management.
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