Rajoelina has returned to power after he won 55.66% against 44.34% for Marc Ravalomanana in the run-off vote held last week
The clash between Marc Ravalomanana and Andry Rajoelina could revive instability in the country if the result is rejected by the losing candidate
Against the backdrop of an already tense situation due to the presidential poll, a new fisheries deal with Chinese investors has provoked an outcry
World’s fourth-largest island to vote on next head of state amid political crisis, rampant poverty
Many voters see accessing water, electricity and jobs as their priorities
Electing presidents in Madagascar has been fraught with problems, including those perpetrated by the military
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Thousands of Madagascan opposition supporters returned to the streets on Monday to protest against the president
President Hery Rajaonarimampianina has taken over officially from coup leader Andry Rajoelina, pledging to create a climate conducive to investment.
The South African government has congratulated Hery Rajaonarimampianina on his election as the president of Madagascar.