Military leader sworn in as Madagascar's new president

The army-backed leader promises reforms after mass protests forced the previous president to flee abroad.
Text: Óscar Ontañón Docal
Published 2025-10-17

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We just got the news that colonel Michael Randrianirina has been sworn in as Madagascar's new president following a military takeover triggered by weeks of deadly demonstrations over power and water shortages. The inauguration, endorsed by the country's constitutional court, marks the end of Andry Rajoelina's rule after he reportedly left the island amid growing unrest. Randrianirina has pledged to restore stability and draft a new constitution with input from the youth movement that led the protests. International voices, however, have voiced concern over the transition, though the new leader insists it followed constitutional procedures. What do you think about this? Of course, if you want to learn more details, you can do so at the following link. Go!

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