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Madagascar has plunged into political chaos as President Andry Rajoelina reportedly left the country after days of large youth demonstrations over severe electricity and water shortages. Lawmakers in the lower chamber voted to remove him from office, citing neglect of duty. The powerful CAPSAT military unit, which sided with the protesters, has now assumed control of the government. Jubilant crowds filled the streets of Antananarivo, condemning Rajoelina’s foreign connections and holding both French citizenship and national leadership. These events reflect a rising wave of public anger seen recently across Kenya, Nepal, Morocco, and Indonesia. With about 30 million citizens, widespread poverty, and a long legacy of political upheaval since independence in 1960, Madagascar stands at a fragile crossroads under the supervision of military leaders.

Uncovering Andry Rajoelina, Madagascar's embattled former leader | Firstpost Africa | N18G

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