Madagascar government proposed highway sparks environmental fears

Madagascar rural farmers have raised fears for the nation’s unique biodiversity after government announced plans to build a highway through protected areas in a bid to boost connectivity, trade and tourism.

Reuters reporter David Doyle has more.

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