AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoStarlink Mobile in Africa: Airtel and SpaceX’s Starlink launched Africa’s first satellite-to-phone service in the DRC, letting compatible LTE Android phones connect directly to satellites for SMS and limited light-data apps like WhatsApp—no dish needed, with Apple support later. Biodiversity Funding: A $200m Phoenix Species Project backed by Leonardo DiCaprio’s Re:wild and Jeff Bezos’ Bezos Earth Fund will target recovery of 100 critically endangered species across 30 countries, including Madagascar’s golden-crowned sifaka. New Madagascar Species: Researchers described seven new “diamond frog” species (Rhombophryne) from Madagascar after 12 years of work, but most are already at risk, raising the stakes for forest protection. Conservation Science in Madagascar: A study identified a new Malagasy baobab species (Adansonia bozy) using genetic analysis, refining conservation priorities for endangered trees. Ocean Minerals Policy: Madagascar joined a growing African bloc backing a precautionary pause on deep-seabed mining at the ISA, arguing for stronger science and governance before extraction. Digital Commerce in Africa: Jumia raised $50m equity co-led by IFC and Axian to scale logistics, digital payments, and e-commerce infrastructure—aiming for break-even by late 2026. Regional Tech & Industry: SADC leaders stressed self-reliance and stronger regional integration, highlighting progress in energy and digital connectivity as the region prepares for its Durban summit.
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