Michael Randrianirina Stories

Madagascar revokes former President Andry Rajoelina’s citizenship
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 25, 2025

The new government announced on Friday that his citizenship was revoked because he had acquired French nationality in 2014, which contravenes Madagasc...

Madagascar’s Gen Z condemn military ruler’s appointment of new prime minister
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 21, 2025

Gen Z Mada has not specified what action it will take if Rajaonarivelo's appointment is not explained or reversed, but the group has made it clear tha...

Madagascar’s new military leader Randrianirina appoints ex-banker Rajaonarivelo as Prime Minister
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 21, 2025

The appointment followed consultations with the National Assembly and complied with constitutional provisions.

Madagascar coup leader Michael Randrianirina sworn in as president after Rajoelina’s ouster
DW News  |  Oct 20, 2025

Colonel Michael Randrianirina has been sworn in after the military took power in the island nation this week following youth-led protests

Can the AU prevent coups like Madagascar's?
DW News  |  Oct 18, 2025

Madagascar's suspension by the African Union has reignited debate over the bloc's power to prevent military takeovers. Experts question whether its to...

Madagascar military ruler Michael Randrianirina sworn in as president
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 17, 2025

At a ceremony held at the Constitutional Court in the capital, Michael Randrianirina swapped his military fatigues for a suit and thanked the young pr...

AU sends high-level delegation to Madagascar after military coup ousts President Rajoelina
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 16, 2025

Randrianirina, who is set to be sworn in as transitional president tomorrow, has pledged to hold elections within two years and to implement instituti...

Madagascar military leader to become transitional president
DW News  |  Oct 16, 2025

It all comes after Randrianirina announced on Tuesday that the armed forces were taking power of the country, following the impeachment of former pres...

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