Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina Ousted in Military Coup Amid Protests | AI News Digest
Recent developments in Madagascar have seen President Andry Rajoelina removed from power following a military coup that erupted after weeks of protests, predominantly driven by the youth. The demonstrations, initially sparked by issues such as persistent power outages and widespread poverty, intensified when an elite military unit aligned itself with the protesters calling for Rajoelina's resignation. Following a parliamentary vote to impeach him, Rajoelina fled the nation, citing concerns for his safety. In the wake of these events, Colonel Michael Randrianirina declared that the military would assume control and initiate the creation of a council tasked with establishing a new civilian government. This coup represents a pivotal shift in Madagascar's political scene, underscoring the deep-seated discontent with current governance and economic hardships.
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