Military leader Randrianirina sworn in as Madagascar’s new president
Summary
Madagascar has appointed Colonel Michael Randrianirina as its new president following a military takeover and the impeachment of President Andry Rajoelina. This change happened after protests over basic services turned deadly, and Rajoelina fled the country. Randrianirina has promised that elections will occur in 18 to 24 months.Key Facts
- Colonel Michael Randrianirina is now the president of Madagascar after a military-led change.
- President Andry Rajoelina was impeached for neglecting his duties, leading to his escape from the country.
- Recent protests in Madagascar over power and water shortages resulted in 22 deaths and over 100 injuries.
- The military unit CAPSAT played a key role by refusing to follow orders to attack protesters.
- Randrianirina has said the government will include both military and civilian members.
- Foreign representatives, including from the U.S. and European Union, attended Randrianirina’s inauguration ceremony.
- Madagascar is among the poorest countries, with 80% of its people living in poverty.
- The African Union and SADC plan to send teams to Madagascar to assess the situation and encourage constitutional democracy.
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