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Rajaonarivelo is a well-known figure in the Malagasy economic and financial ecosystem. Prior to his appointment, he led BNI (Banque nationale de l’industrie), one of Madagascar’s main banks.
Madagascar’s coup leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina named businessman Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo as the nation’s new prime minister on Monday.
Randrianirina was sworn in as president on Friday.He had seized power a few days before, , in the wake of massive youth-led protests that forced out his predecessor.
The new leader said he appointed Rajaonarivelo as head of government due to his experience and “connection with international organizations that work with us.” He replaces Ruphin Zafisambo, who was appointed by former president Andry Rajeoelina just two weeks ago.
Rajaonarivelo is a well-known figure in the Malagasy economic and financial ecosystem. Prior to his appointment, he led BNI (Banque nationale de l’industrie), one of Madagascar’s main banks.
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