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October 2025 Coup in Madagascar: Causes and Consequences

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina had ruled since 2019 (and briefly after a 2009 coup) amid chronic governance problems. His government was widely seen as corrupt and unresponsive. By mid‑October 2025,…

October 14, 2025Madagascar

Democracy Governance

Madagascar presidential elections show democracy crisis

The presidential elections in Madagascar met non democratic norms and regularities and questioned the legitimacy of re-elected President Andry Rajoelina. It will increase political turbulence in the country and create…

November 27, 2023Madagascar

Madagascar

October 2025 Coup in Madagascar: Causes and Consequences

Madagascar presidential elections show democracy crisis

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