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The protests were initially sparked by widespread water and electricity shortages. Gradually, it has expanded into a broader movement against alleged government corruption and nepotism.
Madagascar’s capital continued to be rocked by violent clashes as roughly 1,000 demonstrators, largely masked and mobilizing under the “Gen Z Madagascar” banner, confronted police. The security forces used tear gas and stun grenades to disperse crowds.
The protests were initially sparked by widespread water and electricity shortages. Gradually, it has expanded into a broader movement against alleged government corruption and nepotism.
The UN reports that 22 died in the violent attacks. Protesters have rejected dialogue, underscoring their deepening distrust of the administration. Their refusal to attend talks with him on Wednesday signals a hardened stance and a clear rejection of symbolic concessions.
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Madagascar has a history of political upheaval. Extreme poverty affects 80% of the population, creating a fertile ground for demands for systemic change.