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Madagascar Leader Michael Randrianirina Dissolves Government in Surprise Move

On Monday, Madagascar's military ruler Col Michael Randrianirina dissolved the government, dismissing the prime minister and entire cabinet without explanation, and assigned permanent secretaries to run ministries.
Randrianirina seized power last October from Andry Rajoelina, former president, after weeks of youth-led protests over power and water shortages, with the army siding with demonstrators.
Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo's October appointment drew immediate criticism as the Gen Z movement called it 'non-transparent' and 'without consultation', while Gen Z and Gen Y activists recently issued a 72-hour ultimatum saying it 'runs contrary to the desired structural change'.
The move could reshape Madagascar's transition as Randrianirina has pledged elections within two years, with SADC having directed a roadmap for democracy by February's end.
Activists warn the sackings risk alienating the movements that backed the takeover as Gen Z and Gen Y activists recently issued a 72-hour ultimatum and say the decision 'runs contrary to the desired structural change'.

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Il Post

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The President of Madagascar Michael Randrianirina Dismissed the Prime Minister Whom He Had Appointed in October

3 days ago·Italy

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Deutsche Welle

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Madagascar strongman sacks government after just 5 months

Madagascar's military leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina has sacked his prime minister and dissolved the entire Cabinet. He gave no word on why, only saying a replacement prime minister would be named "shortly."

3 days ago·Bonn, Germany

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JeuneAfrique.com

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Madagascar: Colonel Randrianirina Suspends Government and Releases Prime Minister · Global Voices

Less than five months after its takeover, the Malagasy Head of State plays the map of the ministerial reshuffle. At the same time, the Council of State cancelled the results of the last municipal elections in Antananarivo.

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Le Monde

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In Madagascar, the Head of State Suspends the Government and Releases the Prime Minister

Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, who took power in October 2025 after a large youth protest movement, is planning a two-year transition period. A presidential election is scheduled for the last quarter of 2027.

3 days ago·Paris, France

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