Archive · 3 Oct 2025
Madagascar President Addresses Protests, Rejects Resignation
Young people in Madagascar are protesting against the government because they are unhappy with poverty, corruption, and lack of services.
Protests started on September 25th and have grown.
President Rajoelina said he will listen to people's concerns, but he did not resign.
Police used tear gas to stop protests.
The UN says many people have died or been hurt.
The President dissolved the government to address the protests.
Protests in Madagascar, led by Gen-Z, began on September 25th.
Protesters demand change due to poverty and corruption.
President Rajoelina addressed the protests, but did not resign.
The government rejects casualty figures provided by the UN.
Police used tear gas to disperse protestors in Antananarivo.
- Who
- Gen-Z protestors and President Andry Rajoelina
- What
- Anti-government protests
- When
- Since September 25, 2025
- Where
- Madagascar
- Why
- Due to economic issues and corruption
Protesters
Government
Casualty Numbers
Protesters
UN claims at least 22 deaths and hundreds injured.
Government
The government rejects UN figures.
President's actions
Protesters
Demand for President Rajoelina's resignation
Government
President Rajoelina ready to listen to find solutions
- Who
- Gen-Z protestors and President Andry Rajoelina
- What
- Anti-government protests
- When
- Since September 25, 2025
- Where
- Madagascar, especially Antananarivo
- Why
- Protest due to poverty, corruption, and lack of services
- Casualties
- At least 22 deaths, hundreds injured (UN)
Sources
Madagascar president Rajoelina to make live address on Facebook
Madagascar: Govt gone, but Gen-Z protests continue; security beefed up
Madagascar president Rajoelina ‘ready to listen’ but ignores calls to resign
