AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoVenice Biennale Spotlight: The DRC’s pavilion “Simba Moto! Seize the Fire!” turns fire into a “forge” theme, with a blacksmith-led message that challenges Africa’s usual catastrophe-only framing. Madagascar Security Watch: Antananarivo is facing a violent kidnapping and disappearance wave, with authorities estimating 200+ victims over seven months and many still missing—raising fresh pressure on the transitional government. Music & Media: South African TV talent Zahirah Variawa lands a Daytime Emmy nomination for “The Lovely Lemurs of Madagascar,” highlighting Madagascar landscapes in global travel programming. Global Conservation: Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos’ foundations launch a $200M Phoenix Species Project to recover 100 critically endangered species, including Madagascar’s golden-crowned sifaka. Regional Arts/Events: A Russia–Africa journalists and bloggers tour in Moscow wraps up, mixing culture, cinema, tech, and media exchange—an indirect boost for African creative visibility. Sports & Culture Calendar: Phoebe Bridgers’ “Lost Weekend” album debuts via planetarium listening experiences in multiple cities, with Madagascar imagery featured in at least one program.
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