Madagascar’s new prime minister named after military coup
Summary
Madagascar's new president, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, appointed Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo as the new prime minister after a military coup. Protests led by young people forced former President Andry Rajoelina to flee the country, while international organizations condemned the coup.Key Facts
- Colonel Michael Randrianirina is now the president of Madagascar after leading a military coup.
- Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo, a businessman, was chosen as the new prime minister.
- The coup followed youth-led protests, mainly about water and power shortages.
- Former President Andry Rajoelina left the country and criticized the coup.
- The United Nations and African Union condemned the military takeover.
- Madagascar's membership in the African Union is currently suspended.
- The High Constitutional Court in Madagascar quickly approved the new leadership.
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