Andry Rajoelina

Madagascar
Fate of magistrates close to former president Rajoelina hang in the balance

The Higher Judicial Council has not approved the request for the continued employment of two magistrates known for their close ties to the former head of state.

Madagascar
French company Proparco in talks to join Volobe hydroelectric dam financing

The Agence Française de Développement subsidiary that's dedicated to private sector financing is discussing its involvement in the new shareholders' agreement of the Compagnie Générale d'Hydroélectricité de Volobe.

Madagascar
Home of Mamy Ravatomanga ally searched

Little known to the general public, Malagasy businesswoman Florence Ehrart had her home searched on 12 November by the new authorities.

Madagascar
French lawmaker Bruno Fuchs to sound out Antananarivo

The chairman of the French National Assembly's foreign affairs committee is due to arrive in the Malagasy capital to gauge the mood of the new authorities in power in the country.

Madagascar
Just pardoned, Rafanoharana puts himself at the service of the new government

The 50-year-old will work alongside the Minister of Justice, Fanirisoa Ernaivo, within a task force currently being formed.

Madagascar
New PM reveals ambitions to economic stakeholders

At a meeting with the private sector, Prime Minister Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo confirmed the government commitment to the Sahofika and Volobe hydroelectric projects. The construction of the high-voltage power line between Antananarivo and Tamatave was also discussed.

Southern Africa
SADC convenes urgent meeting to discuss situation in Madagascar

The heads of state of member countries will meet virtually on 7 November and are expected to appoint an acting chairperson to replace Andry Rajoelina.

Madagascar
African Union plays Malagasy crisis by ear

The panafrican organisation's involvement in Madagascar seems to be out of step with needs in the country after the violence that brought about a change in regime in Antananarivo.

Madagascar
New season's vanilla exporters chosen, despite political crisis

Notwithstanding the upheaval on the island, some 90 producers of the precious pod have finally obtained the green light for the 2025-2026 overseas sales season.

Madagascar
Despite the political crisis, chancelleries bide their time

Having maintained a very low profile since the start of the political turmoil, diplomats and financial backers in Antananarivo are closely monitoring the situation. Keen to avoid an economic and social recession post-coup, for now they are not considering a suspension of financial support.

Madagascar
A procession of politicos visits CAPSAT military unit

There has been an increase in visits by self-serving parties to CAPSAT, a unit that played a crucial role in the fall of Andry Rajoelina.

Palace Intrigues
Andry Rajoelina, Denis Sassou-Nguesso, Alassane Ouattara

Intrigues big and small : every Thursday, Africa Intelligence takes a peek into the corridors of power in Africa and beyond.

MadagascarA luxury hotel and an artificial island : Rajoelina's Dubai stops

CongoAnatole Collinet Makosso repents to Denis Sassou-Nguesso

Ivory CoastAlassane Ouattara remains loyal to construction magnate Mahamadou Bonkoungou's jets

Madagascar, South Africa
Pretoria exasperated over SADC procrastination in Malagasy crisis

MADAGASCAR | The Southern African Development Community has taken its time before issuing a cautious statement referring to its "grave concern" about the situation in Madagascar.

Madagascar
SADC sends mediation delegation to Antananarivo

Given the critical situation in Madagascar, with the military taking power and Andry Rajoelina fleeing, the Southern African Development Community has decided to urgently send in a delegation.

The New Guard
Madagascar, Morocco, Cameroon

Every Wednesday, Africa Intelligence spotlights a new generation of movers and shakers in business and politics.

MadagascarAntoine Rajerison, the MP who would be president

MoroccoMahassine el Amrani Omari, speaking out for better education for all

CameroonPatrick Ebongue, building bridges between French and African music talent

Madagascar
Opposition figures living in France targeted by Rajoelina in Gen Z crackdown

The current wave of protests have reignited tensions between Paris and Antananarivo concerning the extradition of political activists based in France who are accused of contributing to the country's destabilisation.