With 30 million inhabitants and 5000 kilometres of coastline, Madagascar holds a dominant position on the Mozambique Channel, making it the fourth-largest island in the world. The island is known for its rich resources, including vanilla, cocoa beans, semi-precious stones, rare metals, and sea cucumbers. Some believe that the island is blessed by the gods.
2% of the world’s biodiversity thrives in Madagascar: the island is one of only seventeen countries known for its “mega biodiversity” on the planet.
80 to 90% of endemism: a record rate! Most animal and plant species in Madagascar are found nowhere else on Earth. Out of the 12,000 plant species, some produce spices or fruits highly coveted for export, like lychee or cloves.
85% of the world’s vanilla production comes from Madagascar. The island of the Red Island completely dominates the market along with Indonesia.
$800 billion dollars: that’s the estimated total potential of national mineral resources in Madagascar. Nickel and cobalt exports, in particular, could significantly boost the country’s revenue.
Despite this, Madagascar continues to struggle. The island is plagued by severe political instability.
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