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Madagascar Faces Uncertain Future Under Military Rule

Global UpfrontMar 3, 2026March 3, 20260

By ADF In October 2025, Malagasy protesters met the news of a military takeover with jubilation and validation for their rallies, which had sought the

The Resurgence Of Coups And The Uncertain Future Of Democracy In Africa

Global UpfrontOct 31, 2025October 31, 20250

By Zagazola Makama The growing wave of political instability across Africa underscores the continent’s fragile democratic foundations and the deepening crisis of governance, legitimacy, and

Madagascar: Junta, Quit Now

Global UpfrontOct 31, 2025October 31, 20250

Daily Trust Editorial of Friday October 31, 2025 Another bad example for African democracy was displayed in Madagascar when Col Michael Randrianirina, Commander of the

Political Turmoil in Madagascar, Cameroon Underscores Rising Threat To Democracy in Africa

Global UpfrontOct 15, 2025October 15, 20251

By Zagazola Makama The recent coup in Madagascar and the disputed presidential election in Cameroon have once again drawn global attention to the growing fragility

Madagascar Army Seizes Power After National Assembly Impeach President Rajoelina For “Desertion Of Duty”

Global UpfrontOct 14, 2025October 14, 20251

The head of an elite Madagascar military unit said Tuesday that it had seized power, minutes after the National Assembly voted to impeach President Andry

Why I Fled Madagascar After Gen Z Protests, Military Rebellion – President Rajoelina

Global UpfrontOct 14, 2025October 14, 20250

President Andry Rajoelina has faced weeks of Gen Z-led anti-government protests, which reached a pivotal point Saturday when an elite military unit joined the demonstrators

Madagascar President’s Live Address Delayed After Troops Threaten Seizure Of State Media – Presidency

Global UpfrontOct 13, 2025October 13, 20250

Malagasy President Andry Rajoelina’s live national address was delayed on Monday after a group of soldiers threatened to seize headquarters of the state broadcaster, prompting