MADAGASCAR protests

Madagascar's New Dawn: Youth Uprising and Military Coup Shape the Nation's Future In the early hours of a fresh Malagasy day, Colonel Michael Randrianirina stood before the country's High Constitutional Court, marking the end of a swift and decisive power shift. After a whirlwind coup that sent its ousted president into hiding, Randrianirina was sworn in as Madagascar's new leader, leaving the island nation and its 30 million inhabitants at a crossroads. A Nation in Turmoil Madagascar, renowned for its unique biodiversity…

Madagascar at a Crossroads: Youth-Led Protests and Military Tensions The vibrant streets of Antananarivo, Madagascar’s capital, have been humming with the sounds of discontent and aspirations for change. The nation finds itself at a critical juncture as an “attempted illegal and forcible seizure of power” unfolds, casting a stark spotlight on the delicate dance between democracy and authority. Echoes of History: The Power of Protest The genesis of this unrest dates back to September 25, when a youth-led protest movement…