Military leader to take his oath as president on Friday as African Union calls for the restoration of civilian rule.

ANTANANARIVO - Madagascar's lower house of parliament voted on Tuesday to impeach President Andry Rajoelina who has fled abroad after a standoff with youth-led protesters and the military. Read more at straitstimes.

A little-known army colonel became Madagascar’s president on Friday after a rapid power grab. He was sworn in as his country’s leader six days after launching a military coup. Here’s what

Madagascan President Andry Rajoelina has dissolved the lower house of parliament, intensifying the political crisis in the country

The latest news and top stories on Andry Rajoelina, President of Madagascar. He is a former Mayor of Antananarivo and President of the High Transitional Authority, having first served from 2009 to 2014 after a military-backed coup.

The UN has condemned Madagascar’s military takeover, calling for the immediate restoration of constitutional order following last week’s ouster of President Andry Rajoelina.

Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina says he has fled the country in fear for his life following a military rebellion.