From prison to presidency: Madagascar’s coup leader sworn in as president – who is Colonel Michael Randrianirina?

Oct 18, 2025 - 04:00
From prison to presidency: Madagascar’s coup leader sworn in as president – who is Colonel Michael Randrianirina?

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Colonel Michael Randrianirina, once imprisoned for an attempted mutiny, has assumed Madagascar’s presidency after ousting Andry Rajoelina, who fled amid widespread Gen Z-led protests over chronic power and water shortages. Leading his elite CAPSAT unit, Randrianirina seized momentum from the unrest to enforce a transitional military-civilian governance of up to two years, projecting disciplined, pragmatic leadership focused on patriotism, social welfare, and national unity.

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