An army colonel who seized power in a military coup was sworn in as Madagascar’s new leader Friday in a lightning-fast power grab that ousted the president and sent him fleeing from the country into ...

Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina says he has fled the country in fear for his life following weekslong anti-government protests that led to a military rebellion. The ongoing Gen Z-led ...

Protests against ousted president Andry Rajoelinaand were led by youth groups calling themselves "Gen Z Madagascar." Colonel Michael Randrianirina now plans to rule the country for 18-24 months.

Johannesburg — Large crowds gathered Friday in Madagascar's capital city to watch the leader of the African island nation's recent military coup be sworn in as its new president. Col. Michael ...

"Gen Z" Madagascar supporters wave the skull and crossbones flag during a gathering at May 13 Square in Antananarivo, Madagascar, Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. [AP Photo/Brian Inganga] On October 14, 2025, ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Col. Michael Randrianirina says he will assume Madagascar’s presidency within days and military will control the ...

Col Michael Randrianirina has been sworn in as the new president of Madagascar days after a military takeover on the Indian Ocean nation. He swapped his fatigues for a suit and thanked the young ...

Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina addressed the nation amid calls from protesters and a mutineering Army unit for him to resign. Photo / Leonardo Munoz, AFP Madagascar’s embattled President Andry ...

ANTANANARIVO - Madagascar's coup leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina, who seized power this month, named businessman and consultant Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo as the island nation's new prime ...

ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar —The leader of Madagascar's military rebellion said Wednesday that he is "taking the position of president" in an interview with The Associated Press, adding that armed forces ...