Arrests fuel fears among Madagascar’s gen Z protesters that new regime no better than one they overthrew
Summary
Several young protesters in Madagascar were arrested after demonstrating for a date to hold national elections. These arrests have caused concern among youth who fear the current military government may be as problematic as the one it replaced.Key Facts
- Four young activists were arrested on April 12 for protesting and are accused of crimes against state security; they deny the charges.
- The military leader, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, took power in a coup in October 2025 after large youth protests.
- Two of the arrested activists were released and hospitalized; one remains detained.
- Two more activists were arrested later, but details about their situation are unknown.
- Many young people are unhappy with the new government because it includes officials from the old regime and lacks economic reforms.
- The current government is also criticized for being close to Russia.
- Madagascar faces ongoing challenges including poverty, poor public services, and effects from climate change.
- Protest leaders want clearer plans for constitutional changes and fairer election systems.
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