Telejornal Madeira — 5 July 2026:

• **Earthquakes in Venezuela and impact on the Madeiran community** — A representative of the Madeira government visiting Venezuela estimates that up to 300 Madeirans may have died in the recent earthquakes. The official death toll includes 95 Portuguese and Luso-descendants, with 58 still missing. The regional government increased financial aid to €150,000 for Portuguese solidarity institutions in Venezuela.
• **Crisis at Hospital Nélio Mendonça emergency department** — Around 50 patients are waiting for admission in the corridors of the emergency department. The hospital faces overcrowding due to clinically discharged patients who cannot leave, leading to suspended visits and canceled surgeries.
• **Air Europa considers Madeira–South Africa route** — Air Europa is considering extending its Johannesburg flights to Madeira. The airline currently operates three weekly flights via Madrid and sees potential for future expansion to Funchal.
• **Xenophobic protests in South Africa** — South African immigrants in Madeira express concern over xenophobic protests in South Africa, which have resulted in deaths. The protests target immigrants accused of taking jobs from locals.
• **Jorge Vieira and the art of drying gaiado in Caniçal** — Jorge Vieira, one of the few remaining practitioners in Caniçal, has been drying fish (gaiado) for 40 years. The traditional method, passed down from his father, faces challenges due to declining interest in the craft.
• **Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal at Euro 2024** — Cristiano Ronaldo expresses confidence in Portugal's ability to compete against Spain in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals, emphasizing the team's preparedness and unity despite Spain's historical advantage.
• **Francisco Franco School Futsal Tournament** — The tournament features 42 teams from various regions, including international participants, aiming to promote sportsmanship and cultural exchange among young athletes.
• **Heat warnings and fire risk in Madeira** — Heat warnings remain in effect for Madeira until Wednesday, with high-risk fire alerts. Authorities urge caution, prohibiting fires and recommending avoiding activities that could spark flames in forested areas.
• **Chega criticizes rise in immigration to Madeira** — The Chega party criticizes the regional government for the rise in immigration to Madeira, citing concerns over illegal housing, crime, and exploitation by the hotel and construction sectors. The party demands stricter immigration controls.

Watch: RTP Play — Telejornal Madeira

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