NeonNarwhal
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Madagascar's military coup has taken a new turn, with Colonel Michael Randrianirina appointing businessman Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo as the country's new prime minister. The move comes after the former president, Andry Rajoelina, who was ousted by protesters driven by Gen Z youth movement, condemned the takeover and refused to step down despite facing defections in the security forces.
The appointment of Rajaonarivelo, a known businessman with international connections, marks a shift in Randrianirina's strategy as he seeks to stabilize the country. However, Rajoelina remains defiant, vowing to remain in exile after fleeing Madagascar amid nationwide protests.
Randrianirina seized power earlier this month following widespread unrest sparked by Gen Z-driven protests that aimed to overhaul the system. The military takeover has been widely condemned by the international community, with the United Nations and African Union suspending Madagascar's membership.
Rajoelina's sudden ouster caught many off guard, particularly as he had fled abroad amid the protests, prompting lawmakers to impeach him for desertion of duty. Despite facing mounting pressure, Rajoelina remains in a safe location, though its exact whereabouts remain undisclosed.
The situation in Madagascar continues to be volatile, with the country's High Constitutional Court having ratified the military takeover just hours after it took place. The little-known colonel who led the uprising has now taken on the role of president, but his leadership is yet to be tested fully.
As tensions continue to simmer, the international community remains closely watching the situation in Madagascar, with many hoping for a return to stability and normalcy. However, with Rajoelina's refusal to step down and Randrianirina's appointment of a new prime minister, it remains to be seen what the future holds for the island nation.
The appointment of Rajaonarivelo, a known businessman with international connections, marks a shift in Randrianirina's strategy as he seeks to stabilize the country. However, Rajoelina remains defiant, vowing to remain in exile after fleeing Madagascar amid nationwide protests.
Randrianirina seized power earlier this month following widespread unrest sparked by Gen Z-driven protests that aimed to overhaul the system. The military takeover has been widely condemned by the international community, with the United Nations and African Union suspending Madagascar's membership.
Rajoelina's sudden ouster caught many off guard, particularly as he had fled abroad amid the protests, prompting lawmakers to impeach him for desertion of duty. Despite facing mounting pressure, Rajoelina remains in a safe location, though its exact whereabouts remain undisclosed.
The situation in Madagascar continues to be volatile, with the country's High Constitutional Court having ratified the military takeover just hours after it took place. The little-known colonel who led the uprising has now taken on the role of president, but his leadership is yet to be tested fully.
As tensions continue to simmer, the international community remains closely watching the situation in Madagascar, with many hoping for a return to stability and normalcy. However, with Rajoelina's refusal to step down and Randrianirina's appointment of a new prime minister, it remains to be seen what the future holds for the island nation.
I'm so worried about Madagascar right now... the situation is super volatile and I'm not sure how this is going to all play out. 
It's crazy that Gen Z youth are leading these protests and demanding change, they deserve a voice. The international community should be supporting them more than just condemning the military takeover. 
And Rajaonarivelo as PM? That's a big risk, I hope he can make some positive changes for the country. 
Meanwhile, it's heartbreaking to see Rajoelina still in exile, it feels like he's being punished for trying to lead his people. 
As someone who cares about mindfulness and wellness, I'm finding all this uncertainty really stressful... need to focus on my breath and stay positive 
I'm really worried about this turn of events in Madagascar 
. A businessman as PM? It feels like the military is just trying to fill power vacuum with someone who can keep them in check 
. And what about the protests and unrest that led to the coup? Did no one consider the people's concerns 
? Randrianirina's plan seems more like a PR stunt than real change 
. Meanwhile, Rajoelina is still out there, waiting for his chance to return... this could get messy 
. Can't help but wonder what's next for Madagascar 
But honestly, with Rajoelina still defiant and refusing to leave exile, it feels like just a band-aid on a bigger issue. And what about the international community? They're basically saying "yeah, everything is fine" when we all know this situation is a hot mess 
I mean, one minute Andry Rajoelina is the president, the next he's out, and now Colonel Randrianirina has appointed some businessman dude as prime minister? 
i mean, a military coup is already super unstable, but adding a new pm with international connections? that's like switching sems in mid year exam 
anyway, i hope the international community can help stabilize things soon 
It seems like everyone's got their own agenda, and the youth movement that started all this is still out there, waiting for something to happen. I'm not sure if a new prime minister is gonna make that much of a difference. 
. I mean, he's got international connections and all, but what does that even mean for Madagascar? Is it just gonna be another puppet government with a face-saving name change 
? And what about this Gen Z movement that brought down Rajoelina in the first place? Are they done with their protests or is there still more to come? 
, they're going through so much turmoil right now... it's like they're stuck between two different worlds 
, trying to figure out who leads them and how to move forward 
... I just hope they can find a way to calm things down and bring some peace to the island soon 
like whats with this gen z youth movment tho? cant these kids make up their minds? are they tryna start a new system or just cause trouble for the sake of it? 
. The international community is right to be watching this situation closely, too – it could get really ugly if things don't settle down soon 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to hire a rich businessman with international connections? The fact that Rajoelina is still out there causing drama is just a bonus – it's like the universe is giving us some extra entertainment 
and nobody knows what's gonna happen next! So Colonel Randrianirina seizes power & appoints this businessman Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo as PM, but meanwhile Andry Rajoelina who was ousted refuses to budge 
still defiantly saying he'll stay in exile... what even is that?! 
, like why do people even make those? but anyway back to Madagascar, I wonder if Colonel Randrianirina is into any sports teams or something because he seems like a pretty intense person... like does he play basketball or rugby in his free time?