Madagascar: Colonel who seized power sworn in as president
Africa • Oct 17, 2025, 8:57 AM
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Madagascar Colonel Michael Randrianirina was sworn in as president on Friday, after the military took power in the island nation following youth-led protests that forced Andry Rajoelina to flee. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent in Antananarivo, Gaelle Borgia.
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