Archive · 2 Oct 2025
Madagascar Protests Continue After Youth-Led March Pause
People in Madagascar are protesting against their president, Andry Rajoelina, wanting him to step down.
The protests started because of problems like no water and electricity.
They're also unhappy with how the government is run.
The protests have spread across different cities.
The protest leaders paused marches in the capital for a day to rest.
The government dissolved its cabinet, but this didn't stop the protests.
Some protesters are inspired by similar movements in other countries.
The protests are about more than just basic services.
They're about how the country has been governed for a long time and the elites who control it.
Protests in Madagascar continue, demanding President Rajoelina's resignation.
Youth-led marches suspended in Antananarivo for 24 hours due to health concerns.
Protests continue in other cities, including Toliara and Diego Suarez.
The UN reports casualties, but the government rejects the figures.
Protesters also demand the dissolution of key government bodies.
- Who
- Protesters, President Andry Rajoelina, government
- What
- Ongoing protests demanding the resignation of President Rajoelina
- When
- Protests ongoing; youth march suspended in Antananarivo for 24 hours (Thursday)
- Where
- Madagascar, primarily in Antananarivo, Toliara, and Diego Suarez
- Why
- Due to water shortages, power cuts, and discontent with the political order
Protesters
Government
President's Leadership
Protesters
Demand the president's resignation, viewing his leadership as inadequate and the root cause of issues.
Government
No comment made.
Casualty Figures
Protesters
United Nations reports casualties during the protests.
Government
The government rejects the casualty figures provided by the UN.
- President
- Andry Rajoelina
- Main Demands
- President's resignation; dissolution of election commission, Senate, and top court
- Protest Locations
- Antananarivo, Toliara, Diego Suarez
- Casualties (UN Estimate)
- 22 killed, over 100 injured
- Government Response
- Dissolved the government