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Funds are running out in battle against Madagascar’s locusts

A family of farmers watch as locust-control workers spray pesticides on their land in Madagascar's Betroka region. 21 January 2015, Rome - In Madagascar, the battle against an ongoing plague of locusts risks being lost as funds to continue...

Press Release: IMF Executive Board Concludes Article IV Consultation with the Republic of Madagascar

Press Release No. 15/09 January 16, 2015 On January 16, 2015, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation1 with Madagascar. Madagascar is one of the poorest countries in the world. In a...

Russia plans on opening embassy in African state

(MENAFN) The Union of the Comoros has agreed to host a Russian embassy in its capital, Moroni, marking a new phase in the strengthening of diplomatic relations between the two nations. The Comorian Foreign Ministry confirmed the decision, viewing...

Locust plague in Madagascar halted, but at great risk of resurgence

Locust spraying during control operations2 October 2014, Rome - A locust plague that spread across Madagascar threatening the main staple food crops and pasture in the country has been successfully contained, however, progress is under threat due...

The 2025 MUSE Design Awards Names Ruiting Xu and 'The Vessel Type' Among Platinum Winners in Season 1

The 2025 MUSE Design Awards Names Ruiting Xu and "The Vessel Type" Among Platinum Winners in Season 1 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The MUSE Design Awards, a prestigious international competition organized by...

Vanilla Bean Market is Set for Major Expansion, Projected to Hit US$ 2,005.1 Mn by 2032 - Persistence Market Research

The global vanilla bean market is projected to grow at a 5.8% CAGR from 2025 to 2032, driven by rising demand in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global vanilla bean market...

Republic of Madagascar: Selected Issues Paper

Africa: Madagascar National Day

On behalf of President Obama and the American people I offer my heartfelt congratulations to the government and people of Madagascar as you celebrate your independence on June 26. This year’s anniversary carries special significance as the first...

BFM and eCurrency are deepening preparations for the potential launch of the e-Ariary pilot phase

Banky Foiben’i Madagasikara (BFM), the central bank of Madagascar, and eCurrency are deepening preparations for the potential launch of the e-Ariary pilot phase CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- eCurrency...

Africa: Removal of Restrictions on Assistance to Madagascar

In light of Madagascar’s successful 2013 elections, and the installation of a new government earlier this year, the United States has lifted all remaining restrictions on direct assistance to the Government of Madagascar. As the African Union has...

Tall Ship Oosterschelde en route to Cape Town, Marking a Historic Milestone in the Global DARWIN200 Conservation Mission

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Having successfully rounded the treacherous waters of Cape Horn, the historic Dutch tall ship Oosterschelde is currently en route to South Africa where the ship will round the Cape of...

Republic of Madagascar: Request for Disbursement Under the Rapid Credit Facility

Summary: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Economic background and outlook. The Malagasy authorities managed to avert a macroeconomic crisis during a difficult period of political transition and economic uncertainty since 2009. However, these disruptions have...

Africa: Final Results of Madagascar's Presidential Election

The United States welcomes the announcement of the final results of Madagascar’s presidential election. We commend the Malagasy electoral authorities for organizing a poll that reflects the will of the Malagasy people and are grateful to the...

Republic of Madagascar: Letter of Intent, Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies, and Technical Memorandum of Understanding, June 3, 2014

Locust plague campaign gets results in Madagascar

Locusts can affect the food security of millions of people.19 December 2013, Rome - Control operations are continuing in Madagascar against an invasion of the Malagasy Migratory Locust, a voracious insect threatening rice and maize crops and...

Four million people food insecure in Madagascar

Small Malagasy farms are hard hit9 October 2013, Rome - As many as 4 million people in rural areas of Madagascar are food insecure following this year's reduced harvest. Production of rice – the Indian Ocean island's staple – and maize has been...

Dragon Distillery Unveils New CranZilla Rum

CranZilla Rum: A Perfect Fusion of Cranberry and Madagascar Vanilla a unique product from the master craftsmen of Dragon Distillery FREDERICK, MARYLAND, USA, August 23, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dragon Distillery, Frederick’s pioneering craft...

As Madagascar food crisis looms, locust control campaign launched

Locust devouring a plant.23 September 2013, Rome - A locust control campaign is starting in Madagascar against a plague of the Malagasy Migratory Locust, which threatens the food security and livelihoods of 13 million people or nearly 60 percent...

RAIN: Changing Lives in Madagascar

South Africa: The 23rd Southern Africa and Indian Ocean States Regional IHL Seminar

The Seminar was chaired by the government of Malawi and included representatives from Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola, Mozambique, South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini, Madagascar, Mauritius, and Seychelles. The seminar focused on the implementation of IHL...