Madagascar's Gen Z 'Betrayed' After Ushering in New Rule
Activists say promised reforms have lagged as authorities detained protesters and one leader spent 13 days in custody after the military takeover.
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A year ago, Malagasy youth descended into the streets to protest against water and electricity cuts, rampant corruption and restrictions on freedom of expression. This historic mobilization had led three weeks later to the fall of Andry Rajoelina and to the takeover of the Capsat military. A year later, does Gen Z see better prospects for its future? Has its daily life improved? Does it feel listened to by the transitional authorities? Testimony…
Madagascar's Gen Z 'betrayed' after ushering in new rule
The young protesters were euphoric when they were joined by soldiers from the Capsat military unit in October last year, a turning point in weeks of anti-government demonstrations. President Andry Rajoelina fled the Indian Ocean island and the military seized power, swearing in Capsat commander Colonel Michael Randrianirina as interim leader on October 17. It brought an end to unrest that claimed at least 22 lives, including in a government crac…
Year after igniting protests : Madagascar's Gen Z 'betrayed' after ushering in new rule
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