Military Ruler Randrianirina To Be Sworn In As President
October 15, 2025
11:41 am
Army Colonel Michael Randrianirina announced on Wednesday that he will soon be sworn in as president of Madagascar, following a military takeover that removed President Andry Rajoelina from power.
Rajoelina, who was impeached by parliament after escaping the country over the weekend, has rejected the coup, refused to step down, and condemned the takeover
Randrianirina told a press briefing that the military had taken control and dissolved all institutions except the National Assembly (the lower house of parliament). “We will be sworn in soon,” he said, adding, “We took responsibility yesterday.”
The High Constitutional Court has formally invited him …
