Additional Context: Madagascar has experienced a sharp reduction in international humanitarian assistance in recent years, largely driven by U.S. funding cuts. These cuts are expected to exacerbate humanitarian needs in coming cyclone seasons. The funding shortfalls due to U.S. cuts have made it increasingly difficult to plan and sustain interventions, with OCHA reporting challenges maintaining field staff in this region.

Devex Researcher Note: U.S. foreign assistance in Madagascar was heavily focused on food security and nutrition, health (especially malaria and maternal health), WASH, and building long-term resilience against drought and cyclones, primarily in the country's vulnerable southern regions. Disaster risk reduction support was woven throughout the development and humanitarian work in the country.

Source: ACAPS