Elite military unit says it seized power in Madagascar

An elite military unit said it had seized power in Madagascar after the president fled the country following weeks of protests. The youth-driven demonstrations, sparked by water and power shortages, grew to encompass wider frustrations over...

Military Claims Power in Madagascar After President Is Impeached

The military in Madagascar assumed power after lawmakers voted to impeach President Andry Rajoelina on Tuesday. Mr. Rajoelina had gone into hiding on Monday after weeks of youth-led protests over corruption and the economy.

Head of Military Col Michael Randrianirina takes over as Madagascar interim President after ousting of Andry Rajoelina, pledges to work with representatives of youth protesters.

By Bongiwe Dlamini MBABANE:An elite Military Unit says it has seized power in Madagascar from President Andry Rajoelina following weeks of youth-led protests in the Indian Ocean island, the British Broadcasting Corporation(BBC) reported this week....

Namibia condemns unconstitutional takeover in Madagascar

Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Selma Ashipala-Musavyi briefed Parliament on the political unrest in Madagascar, where the military has taken control following the impeachment of President Andry Rajoelina. She said SADC and the...

Madagascar vows to install colonel as president after takeove

Military officers who seized power in Madagascar in a protest crisis said their leader would be sworn in as the country's new president on Friday. The military leadership under Colonel Michael Randrianirina has promised elections within two years...

Madagascar vows to install colonel as president after takeover

Military officers who seized power in Madagascar in a protest crisis said their leader would be sworn in as the country's new president on Friday. The military leadership under Colonel Michael Randrianirina has promised elections within two years...

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Here Are the Nine African Countries Competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

SPORTS Cape Verde made history by qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in its history, while expected qualifiers like Morocco, Egypt, and Ghana secured their spots. Roberto Lopes and Deroy Duarte of Cape Verde celebrate their side's...

SADC condemns violence in Madagascar

The SADC Organ on Politics, Defence, and Security Cooperation says the region deeply regrets the loss of life, injuries, and property destruction resulting from the demonstrations in Madagascar. In a statement, the Organ's Chairperson and Malawian...

African Union Suspends Madagascar After Military Takeover

The African Union told AFP Wednesday it was suspending Madagascar “with immediate effect” after a coup saw an elite army unit seize power following President Andry Rajoelina’s impeachment. “The country is suspended with immediate effect,” AU...

African Union suspends Madagascar after military coup

The suspension came after soldiers led by Colonel Michael Randrianirina seized power on Tuesday, just hours after the National Assembly voted to remove the embattled leader, who reportedly fled the country amid escalating protests and fears of a...

Madagascar's new military ruler Randrianirina to be sworn in as president soon

Madagascar's new military ruler, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, will be sworn in as president in coming days, two sources familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, after a coup he led to oust President Andry Rajoelina. Rajoelina, who was...

Madagascar’s army takes control after parliament impeaches president

THE Madagascan army says it has now taken control after the National Assembly voted to impeach President Andry Rajoelina. President Rajoelina had issued an order dissolving the parliament in the Indian Ocean nation, after a military-supported “Gen...

Madagascar coup leader Randrianirina says he will be sworn in as president

Colonel Michael Randrianirina addresses protesters gathered outside the town hall on Independence Avenue during a nationwide youth-led demonstration against frequent power outages and water shortages, in Antananarivo, Madagascar, October 14, 2025....

Madagascar’s President Ousted, Military Seizes Control of Government

Protesters carry a Madagascan flag and a banner during an anti-government protest in Antsiranana, Madagascar, on Oct. 1, 2025. FITA/AFP via Getty Images Madagascan President Andry Rajoelina was removed from office by a vote of parliament on Oct....

Madagascar’s main university: a tale of ruin, revolt

Agence France-Presse . Antananarivo, Madagascar 15 October, 2025, 21:28 A general view of one of the student dormitories at the University of Ankatso, with garbage piled in front, in Antananarivo, on October 8, 2025. | AFP photo A stagnant puddle...

Madagascar coup leader says he will be sworn in as president as African Union suspends the country

Madagascar’s new military ruler, Michael Randrianirina, said on Wednesday he would soon be sworn in as the country’s president as the African Union suspended the island nation after a coup to oust President Andry Rajoelina. Rajoelina, who was...

Madagascar's Political Turmoil: President Andry Rajoelina's Dramatic Flight Amid Youth-Led Protests and Military Revolt

Antananarivo, Madagascar – October 14, 2025 – The serene dawn over the Indian Ocean island of Madagascar was shattered on October 13, 2025, as reports emerged that President Andry Rajoelina, the nation's controversial leader, had secretly fled the...

Madagascar dissolves institutions after military seizes power

[Photo Credit: Reuters] Madagascar’s new military ruler, Michael Randrianirina, said on Wednesday he would soon be sworn in as the country’s president as the African Union suspended the island nation after a coup to oust President Andry Rajoelina....

Madagascar coup leader stakes claim to country’s presidency

ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar (AP) — The leader of Madagascar’s military coup told The Associated Press on Wednesday that he is “taking the position of president” and that the armed forces would be in charge of the African island nation for up to two...