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Madagascar's military leader Michael Randrianirina announced he will be sworn in as president following a coup that led to the suspension of the country by the African Union, after President Rajoelina fled abroad amid protests and military defections.
A military officer in Madagascar, Michael Randrianirina, has declared a coup and appointed himself interim president amid protests against President Rajoelina, who has fled to Dubai. The situation is tense, with Rajoelina promising to return, but his prospects seem uncertain.
Madagascar experienced mass protests over water and power shortages, leading to President Rajoelina's resignation and a military takeover, with widespread public demand for systemic change and better living conditions.
The leader of Madagascar's military rebellion, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, announced he is taking the position of president after ousting President Andry Rajoelina, with plans to hold power for 18 months to two years before new elections, amid ongoing protests and political instability on the island.
The Madagascar military seized power following protests and the president's disappearance, with the military claiming control and planning a quick transition to civilian rule, amid widespread unrest and accusations of a coup.
Madagascar's military has taken control of the country after President Andry Rajoelina fled abroad amid protests and military defections, with the military dissolving all institutions except the parliament, which had earlier impeached Rajoelina.
Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina is in hiding after an alleged assassination attempt and coup threats amid ongoing protests against his government, with the military and opposition parties taking control and calling for his impeachment.
Madagascar's president, Rajoelina, fled the country on a French military plane amid widespread protests led by Gen Z youth over issues like corruption and poor services, with the military and gendarmerie defecting to the protesters, leading to political instability and the appointment of a new Senate leader in his absence.
Madagascar's youth-led protests, led by Gen Z Mada, continue to demand President Rajoelina's resignation amid clashes with security forces, despite his offers for dialogue and recent government changes, with ongoing unrest and casualties reported.
Protests in Madagascar enter their third week, with demonstrators demanding President Andry Rajoelina's resignation due to widespread poverty, corruption, and recent water and power shortages. Police have used teargas to disperse crowds, and the protests have become the largest in recent years, inspired by similar movements in Kenya and Nepal. The government claims the protests are exploited by political actors seeking destabilization, while the UN reports at least 22 deaths and over 100 injuries during the unrest.
Madagascar's President Rajoelina dissolved his government amid ongoing protests by young people demanding his resignation over failures to provide basic services like electricity and water, with clashes continuing despite his efforts to quell unrest.
Madagascar's president dissolved the government amid large youth-led protests over water and power shortages, which have resulted in at least 22 deaths and over 100 injuries, prompting a government reshuffle and promises for dialogue and support measures.
Madagascar's President Rajoelina dismissed the government amid deadly protests over water and electricity shortages, with clashes resulting in over 22 deaths according to the UN, as protesters demand better services and political change.