US EditionMadagascar’s Rajoelina Dissolves Government After Deadly Gen Z Protests
President Andry Rajoelina dissolved the government after deadly protests over chronic water and electricity shortages that left at least 22 dead and more than 100 injured, UN reported.
- Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina announced the dissolution of his government after deadly protests over power and water shortages, which he described as the largest challenge since his re-election in 2023.
- The United Nations reported that at least 22 people were killed and over 100 injured during the protests, which were inspired by similar movements in Kenya and Nepal.
- Authorities declared a night curfew as police used tear gas to disperse thousands of protesters demanding accountability from Rajoelina and the Prime Minister.
- Rajoelina acknowledged the public's anger, promising to review government actions and to support businesses affected by the unrest.
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Malagasy youth have been marching through the streets since last Thursday against corruption, lack of water, electricity and purchasing power. The repression has killed at least 22 people but the challenge remains...
Madagascar’s youth-led protests intensify
Demonstrators again clashed with police in Madagascar’s capital, following days of Gen Z-led protests that have gripped the impoverished country. Thousands have protested in cities across Madagascar since last week, demanding an end to repeated water and power cuts that have further weakened an already fragile economy. President Andry Rajoelina dissolved his government, but it did little to quell anger. The demonstrations come just weeks after a…
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Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina announced on Tuesday the dissolution of the government led by Prime Minister Christian Ntsay, in response to widespread youth-led protests over power and water shortages. In an official address, Andry Rajoelina stated that he had listened to protesters’ demands and recognized the government’s failure to meet the nation’s needs. “We were unable to meet your expectations and we have not listened to the cries …
Power outages, poverty and an angry youth: The security forces in Madagascar are cracking down on angry demonstrators. According to harsh UN criticism, the government is now resigning.
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New youth-led protests in Madagascar despite government's dismissal
ANTANANARIVO: Protesters in Madagascar held new demonstrations on Tuesday (Sep 30), facing a heavy police presence and teargas, AFP journalists saw, a day after President Andry Rajoelina sacked his government in a bid to quell days of unrest that the UN said has killed 22 people.Inspired by "Gen Z" protests i
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