Andry Rajoelina

AFRICA

Military coup leader says he will be sworn in as Madagascar’s president

Digital Desk - Oct 15, 2025

Madagascar’s military coup leader said that he is “taking the position of president” in an interview at his barracks. Colonel Michael Randrianirina, who led a...

AFRICA

Madagascar president dissolves lower house of parliament amid apparent coup bid

Digital Desk - Oct 14, 2025

Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina dissolved the country’s lower house of parliament on Tuesday in the midst of a military rebellion that led him to...

AFRICA

Pope denounces exploitation of Madagascar’s unique resources

Digital Desk - Sep 8, 2019

Pope Francis has denounced the illegal logging and exploitation of Madagascar’s unique natural resources as he opened a visit to the Indian Ocean nation. He...