Who is Michael Randrianirina, set to become Madagascar's new president?
Africa • Oct 16, 2025, 10:32 AM
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He is set to become Madagascar's new president after mass protests led to the toppling of Andry Rajoelina. But who is the colonel Michael Randrianirina, who has become the face of the country's latest power grab? He has vowed to 'quickly' appoint a new civilian prime minister and to hold elections within two years. In the meantime, he announced the creation of a military council composed of army and police officers to lead the country.
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From menace to fertiliser: The women fighting back against Cape Verde's seaweed surge
Africa • 9:21 AM
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Cape Verde’s once-turquoise coastline has taken on a reddish hue in recent years, as warming waters fuel the spread of invasive seaweed. But rather than stand by, local women have decided to act. Each day they gather the seaweed from the shore, lay it ou
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'People look very eager to cast their ballot' after a tumultous build-up to the election
Africa • 8:42 AM
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Polls opened in the Ivory Coast on Saturday to elect a new leader as longtime President Alassane Ouattara seeks a fourth term after key contenders were barred from contesting. Reporting from the densely populated neighbourhood of Treichville, FRANCE 24 J
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Ivory Coast heads to the polls for presidential elections
Africa • 6:55 AM
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The Ivory Coast heads to the polls on Saturday. Five candidates – among them President Alassane Ouattara – are competing for the top job, while several key rivals have been excluded from the race.
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