Madagascar Coup Leader Randrianirina Sworn in as President

ANTANANARIVO (Reuters) -Madagascar's coup leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina was sworn in as president on Friday to cheers, ...

Madagascar’s military power grab shows Africa’s coup problem isn’t restricted to Sahel region

Madagascar’s 2025 military coup, led by Col. Randrianirina, reflects rising coup risk across Africa. Despite global declines, coups remain common on the continent due to poverty, weak institutions, ...
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Madagascar coup leader sworn is as president, promises new elections within two years

Madagascar High Constitutional Court judges congratulates Col. Michael Randrianirina, sworn in as president, Antananarivo, ...

From Barracks To Palace: Soldiers Who Led Military Coups To Become State Leaders

The recent crisis in Madagascar began with nationwide Gen Z protests over power and water shortages. This unrest escalated ...

US warns residents against travel to picturesque island due to riots and unrest after president ousted

The US State Department updated its travel advisory for an island in the Indian Ocean known for its diverse wildlife.

Gen Z protesters toppled Madagascar’s president. Should other African leaders worry?

This week, the military in Madagascar grabbed power as youth-led protests escalated, forcing President Andry Rajoelina to ...
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Madagascar’s coup leader is sworn in as new president

An army colonel who seized power in a military coup was sworn in as Madagascar’s new leader Friday in a lightning-fast power ...