Madagascar’s new prime minister named after military coup
Exiled former President Rajoelina condemns takeover and refuses to step down despite defections in the security forces.
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After ‘military coup’, Madagascar faces uncertain future
Uncertainty looms in Madagascar as military leader Michael Randrianirina is expected to take charge of the country.
Published On 15 Oct 2025
‘We don’t want power, we want light’: Madagascar awaits post-Rajoelina era
As president flees and army takes control, Gen Z protesters demand water, electricity and a well-functioning country.
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Dramatic day sees army unit claim power in Madagascar
The military in Madagascar is now in charge after the president fled and the parliament voted to impeach him.
Published On 14 Oct 2025
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Who is in charge of Madagascar after President Rajoelina flees?
Rajoelina’s move to flee the country and dissolve the parliament from exile has created a political crisis amid unrest.
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Colonel says military has taken charge in Madagascar
A colonel from an elite army unit in Madagascar says the military has taken control of the country.
Published On 14 Oct 2025
Madagascar military says it seizes power, suspends institutions
Colonel Michael Randrianirina says military taking charge of African island nation after president flees, is impeached.
President of Madagascar flees to ‘safe location’ amid deadly protests
Andry Rajoelina confirmed his departure on Monday, following reports he had been evacuated by a French aircraft.
Madagascan president to address nation as protesters call for new rallies
President Rajoelina faces growing pressure to resign as parts of the army side with protesters after weeks of unrest.
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Madagascar president warns of attempt to ‘seize power’: What to know
An elite military unit that installed the president in 2009 has joined Gen Z protesters calling for his resignation.
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A protester holding a Madagascan flag jumps from a vandalised gendarmerie armoured vehicle as members of a section of the army arrive to take control of the area around Lake Anosy following clashes between demonstrators and security forces during protests calling for the resignation of President Andry Rajoelina in Antananarivo. [Luis Tato/AFP]
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